Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

Personal Data

We may collect personally identifiable information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

• Register for an account
• Make a donation
• Apply to volunteer
• Sign up for our newsletter
• Contact us through forms or email

This information may include:

• Name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Mailing address
• Payment information
• Academic or professional affiliations

Non-Personal Data

We automatically collect certain information when you visit our Site, including:

• IP address
• Browser type
• Operating system
• Access times
• Pages viewed
• Referring URLs

2. How We Use Your Information

We may use the information we collect for various purposes, including to:

• Process donations and provide receipts
• Manage volunteer applications and assignments
• Respond to inquiries and provide support
• Send newsletters and updates (with opt-out option)
• Improve our website and services
• Analyze usage trends
• Prevent fraudulent activity
• Comply with legal obligations

3. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share information in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: With vendors who perform services for us (payment processing, email delivery, hosting services, etc.)
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
• Organizational Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or asset sale
• Consent: With your explicit consent for specific purposes

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information, including:

• SSL encryption for data transmission
• Secure servers with restricted access
• Regular security assessments

However, no internet transmission or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate data
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data
• Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications
• Restriction: Request restriction of processing
• Portability: Request transfer of your data

To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@pifoundation.org.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:

• Remember user preferences
• Analyze site traffic
• Improve user experience

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect site functionality.

7. Children's Privacy

Our Site is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware of such collection, we will take steps to delete the information.

8. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and maintained on computers located outside of your jurisdiction. By using our Site, you consent to this transfer.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of material changes by posting the new policy on our Site with an updated effective date.

10. Contact Us

For questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact: