1. Overview
FIHNS Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting children with autism and related initiatives. We respect your privacy and are committed to transparency in how we handle your personal data. This Privacy Policy describes what information we collect, how we use it, and the rights you have regarding your data, in compliance with U.S. federal and state laws, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), and the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
2. Information We Collect
A. Personal Information You Provide
- Name and contact information (email, if you provide it)
- Donation and payment information (processed securely via third-party processors)
- Volunteer or event registration details
- Communications or feedback you send to us
B. Automatically Collected Information
- IP address, device type, and browser details
- Pages visited and time spent
- Cookies and analytics data
3. How We Use Your Information
- Process donations and send receipts
- Provide updates and communications
- Improve our website and programs
- Comply with legal and reporting obligations
We do not sell, rent, or trade personal information.
4. Donor Transparency and Compliance
We comply with IRS 501(c)(3) charitable organization requirements. Donor data is confidential unless disclosure is required by law. Donations are processed via PCI-compliant gateways.
5. How We Share Information
- Service providers that process donations, email, or host our website
- Legal authorities when required to meet obligations
- Partners or affiliates only with your explicit consent
6. International Data Protection (GDPR)
EU/EEA users may request access, correction, or deletion of their data and withdraw consent anytime by emailing fihns@fihns.org.
7. California Residents (CCPA)
California users may request to know, delete, or opt out of personal data use. We do not sell personal data.
8. Data Security
We use encryption, secure servers, and best practices to protect data, though no system is entirely secure.
9. Your Rights & Choices
- Opt out of communications
- Request access or deletion
- Withdraw consent
10. Cookies and Analytics
We use cookies and analytics to improve performance. You may disable cookies in your browser settings.
11. Children’s Privacy
We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13 without verified parental consent. Contact us to remove such data.
12. Updates to This Policy
We may update this policy periodically. The latest version will always appear on this page.
13. Contact Us
Contact us at fihns@fihns.org for any privacy-related inquiries.
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