Privacy Policy
1. Introduction
Kardz For Kids INC is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect information submitted through our website, donation platforms, and partner programs. We take special care when handling information related to minors.
By using our website or services, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
2. What Information We Collect
We collect the following types of information:
From Parents/Guardians (for children receiving cards):
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Child’s first name and birthdate
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Parent or legal guardian’s name
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Mailing address
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Email address and phone number
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Optional: child’s favorite card game(s), special interests, or story (if shared)
From Donors:
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Full name
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Mailing address (for contribution letters or thank-you gifts)
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Email address and optional phone number
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Donation details (card types, quantities, financial gifts, etc.)
From Website Users:
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General traffic and usage data (via cookies or analytics tools)
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Contact form submissions (names, messages, emails)
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information collected to:
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Deliver card packages to qualifying children
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Communicate with donors, volunteers, and applicants
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Issue year-end donation letters and contribution statements
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Improve our services, outreach, and website
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Track donation history and fulfillment for transparency
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Share stories and testimonies (only with written permission)
We do not sell, trade, or rent your information to any third parties.
4. How We Protect Child Privacy
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Only verified staff or volunteers will have access to personal child data
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We will never post or share a child’s name, photo, or story publicly without explicit written consent from a parent or legal guardian
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All child data is securely stored and encrypted where applicable
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Information is only used for the purpose of fulfilling our mission and program logistics
5. Use of Photos, Videos, and Testimonials
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We love sharing the joy and impact of our mission, but we take privacy seriously.
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No child’s name, image, or story will be shared publicly (on streams, websites, or social media) without a signed media release form from a parent or guardian.
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Any approved stories will use first names only (or pseudonyms) and will exclude personal details like address or location.
6. Cookies and Website Analytics
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We may use cookies and tracking tools (like Google Analytics) to improve our website experience. These tools collect anonymous data such as browser type, device, referral source, and time spent on pages.
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You can disable cookies in your browser settings if you prefer.
7. Third-Party Services
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We use secure third-party tools for donation processing, fulfillment, and communication, including:
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Whatnot
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Google Workspace
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Stripe / PayPal /
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Mailchimp (for email newsletters)
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These providers have their own privacy policies and are not controlled by The Kardz For Kids Foundation.
8. Your Rights and Choices
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You have the right to:
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Request access to your personal data
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Ask us to update, correct, or delete your information
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Opt out of email communications at any time
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Withdraw your child from our program
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To do so, please email us at hello@kardzforkidz.org
9. Data Retention
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We retain personal information only as long as needed for our programs, donor reporting, and legal requirements. Data may be archived securely for historical and mission tracking purposes unless deletion is requested.
1o. Changes to This Policy
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We may update this policy from time to time. The most recent version will always be posted on our website, with the effective date at the top.
11. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact:
Kardz For Kids INC
1609 E 38th St., Marion, IN 46953
Info@kardzforkidz.org