1. Information We Collect

Children of the Philippines Charity Fund, Inc. respects your privacy. We collect two types of information:

Personal Information

• Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address (when you donate, subscribe, or contact us).
• Payment information is processed securely by third-party payment gateways (e.g., PayPal). We do not store credit card details.

Non-Personal Information

• IP address, browser type, pages visited, and time spent on our site (via cookies and analytics tools).

2. How We Use Your Information

• To process and acknowledge donations (including tax receipts).
• To respond to your inquiries via our contact form.
• To send newsletters, updates, or event invitations (you may opt out anytime).
• To improve our website and user experience.
• To comply with legal and regulatory requirements (including NY State Charities Bureau).

3. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. We may share information only:

• With trusted service providers who assist us (e.g., email platforms, payment processors) under strict confidentiality agreements.
• When required by law, court order, or government investigation (including New York State Attorney General).
• To protect the rights, property, or safety of our organization, donors, or beneficiaries.

4. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures, including SSL encryption, firewalls, and restricted access to personal data. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Your Rights & Choices

• Access & Correction: You may request a copy of your data or correct inaccuracies by contacting us.
• Opt-Out: Every email we send includes an "unsubscribe" link to stop marketing communications.
• Deletion: You may request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal retention requirements (e.g., donation records for tax purposes).

6. Children's Privacy

Our website is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with information, please contact us immediately.

7. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience. You may disable cookies in your browser settings, but some features of the site may not function properly.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy periodically. Material changes will be notified via email or a prominent notice on our website. The "Last Updated" date at the top indicates when changes were made.

9. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact us:

Email: contact@childrenofthephilippines.org
Phone: (347) 497-9070
Address: 85-92 148th Street, Briarwood, NY 11435, UNITED STATES