Privacy Policy

For the Love of Lacie Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization (ID #85-2948648)

Last Updated: February 2026

For the Love of Lacie Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization (ID #85-2948648) (“we,” “our,” “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you interact with our website, programs, or services (collectively, the “Services”).

  1. Information We Collect
  2. Information You Provide Directly

We may collect personal information that you provide voluntarily, including:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Mailing address
  • Phone number
  • Donation details (amount, date, method)
  • Volunteer or event registration information
  • Messages or inquiries submitted to us
  1. Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and device information
  • Pages visited
  • Cookies or similar tracking technologies

This data helps us improve our website and user experience.

  1. How We Use Your Information

We use the information collected to:

  • Process donations and send tax receipts
  • Communicate about programs, updates, and events
  • Respond to inquiries or requests
  • Improve our website and services
  • Maintain internal records
  • Comply with legal and regulatory obligations

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.

  1. Donation & Payment Information

All online donations are processed through secure third-party payment processors.
We do not store full credit card numbers or financial account details.

  1. Sharing of Information

We may share your information only when:

  • Required by law
  • Necessary to complete a transaction or provide a service (e.g., payment processors, email service providers)
  • You give explicit permission

These third parties are required to protect your information and use it only for the purposes we specify.

  1. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to:

  • Remember user preferences
  • Analyze website traffic
  • Improve functionality

You may disable cookies through your browser settings, though some features may not function properly.

  1. Data Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal information.
However, no data transmission over the internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection.

  1. Children’s Privacy

Our Services are not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we learn that we have collected such information, we will delete it promptly.

  1. Your Choices & Rights

You may request to:

  • Access your personal information
  • Update or correct your information
  • Opt out of communications
  • Request deletion of your data (where legally permitted)

Contact us using the information below to make any of these requests.

  1. Retention of Information

We retain your information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law (e.g., financial recordkeeping for donations).

  1. Links to Third-Party Websites

Our website may contain links to external sites. We are not responsible for their content or privacy practices.  We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

  1. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with the revised “Last Updated” date. Continued use of our Services indicates acceptance of these changes.

  1. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact us at FTLOLacie@gmail.com.