Introduction
At MVLA Homeless Aid Organization, your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, protect, and share your personal information when you visit our website, contact us, donate, or participate in our programs.
By using our site or services, you agree to the terms outlined in this policy.
Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
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When you fill out a form, donate, sign up for our newsletter, or contact us, we may collect:
- Your name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Mailing address
- Donation/payment information (securely processed through third-party providers)
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We may automatically collect basic technical information about your visit:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Pages visited and time spent on site
- Device and operating system
This data helps us understand how visitors use our site and improve our services.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Respond to your inquiries or requests
- Process donations and send confirmation receipts
- Keep you informed about our work, events, and opportunities to get involved
- Improve our website and outreach efforts
- Comply with legal and regulatory obligations
How We Protect Your Information
We are committed to protecting your personal data. We use industry-standard security measures such as:
- Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) encryption
- Secure payment processing through trusted platforms
- Limited access to personal data by authorized personnel only
However, no online transmission is ever 100% secure. While we do our best, we cannot guarantee complete security.
Sharing Your Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.
We may share your information with trusted third parties only when necessary to:
- Process donations (e.g., payment gateways)
- Provide communication tools (e.g., email newsletter services)
- Comply with legal obligations
All third-party providers are expected to protect your information as we do.
Your Choices
You have the right to:
- Request access to the personal information we hold about you
- Ask us to correct, update, or delete your data
- Opt out of receiving emails at any time by clicking “unsubscribe” in our emails or contacting us directly
Cookies and Tracking
Our website may use cookies to improve your browsing experience and analyze usage trends. You can choose to disable cookies in your browser settings.
External Links
Our website may contain links to other websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those third-party sites. We encourage you to read their privacy policies.
Children’s Privacy
Our services are not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If we become aware that we’ve collected data from a child without consent, we will take steps to delete it.
Policy Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with a revised “Effective Date” at the top.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please reach out:
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654 Berry Ave, Los Altos, CA 94024
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