Christian Angel Ride Foundation Privacy Policy

Effective Date: August 5, 2025

At Christian Angel Ride Foundation (C-A-R), we are committed to protecting the privacy of our supporters, volunteers, and riders. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website, make donations, volunteer, or engage with our mission to provide free, faith-based rides to veterans, the elderly, individuals with special needs, and those needing medical transport. Guided by our Christian values of integrity and care, we handle your information responsibly.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

  • Personal Information: When you donate, sign up to volunteer, apply to be a board member, or request rides, we may collect your name, email address, phone number, mailing address, and payment details (e.g., for donations via Stripe).
  • Non-Personal Information: We collect data like IP addresses, browser types, and website usage patterns through cookies or analytics tools to improve our site and services.
  • Rider Information: For those requesting rides, we may collect details like medical needs or accessibility requirements to ensure safe and appropriate transportation.

2. How We Collect Information

  • Directly from You: Through forms on our website (e.g., donation forms, volunteer sign-ups, or ride requests).
  • Automatically: Via cookies and analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics) when you browse our site.
  • From Third Parties: Through payment processors like Stripe or partners like churches referring riders or volunteers.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Process donations and issue tax-exempt receipts upon 501(c)(3) approval.
  • Coordinate volunteer opportunities and rideshare services.
  • Communicate updates about our mission, events, or fundraising campaigns.
  • Improve our website and services through usage analysis.
  • Comply with legal obligations, such as reporting to the IRS or Georgia Secretary of State.

4. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share it only:

  • With service providers (e.g., Stripe for payments, website hosting platforms) who are bound by confidentiality agreements.
  • With partners like churches or veteran organizations to coordinate rides, with your consent.
  • As required by law (e.g., subpoenas or tax reporting).
  • To protect our rights, safety, or property, or that of others.

5. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your information, including:

  • Secure payment processing through trusted platforms like Stripe.
  • Encryption for data transmission (e.g., SSL on our website).
  • Restricted access to personal information, limited to authorized personnel.

However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection against unauthorized access.

6. Your Choices and Rights

You can:

  • Opt out of marketing emails by clicking “unsubscribe” in our communications.
  • Request access to or deletion of your personal information by contacting us at [insert email, e.g., info@christianangelride.org].
  • Disable cookies via your browser settings, though this may affect site functionality.

7. Cookies and Tracking

Our website uses cookies to enhance user experience and track site performance. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser. We may use tools like Google Analytics to understand visitor behavior, but we anonymize this data where possible.

8. Third-Party Links

Our website may link to external sites (e.g., GoFundMe, Stripe). We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their policies before sharing information.

9. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we learn such data has been collected, we will delete it promptly.

10. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy as our services grow or laws change. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Please check back periodically.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact us at:

Email: [insert email, e.g., info@christianangelride.org]
Phone: [insert phone number]
Mailing Address: [insert address, or note TBD if not yet established]

Thank you for supporting Christian Angel Ride Foundation. Together, we're driving hope, one ride at a time.