Privacy Policy
Legal disclaimer
Effective Date: 12/2025
At The R.K. Foundation, trust is part of our legacy. We are committed to protecting the privacy, dignity, and personal information of every donor, partner, parent, and young person we serve. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and share information in alignment with nonprofit best practices and grant compliance standards.
Information We Collect
Information You Choose to Share
We may collect personal information when you:
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Make a donation
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Apply for or participate in a program
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Register for an event
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Complete a form or contact us
This may include:
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Name
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Email address
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Phone number
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Mailing address
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Program or application information
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Donation details (processed securely by third-party providers)
Information Collected Automatically
When you visit our website, we may collect limited technical data such as:
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IP address
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Browser or device type
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Pages visited and time spent on the site
This information helps us improve functionality and accessibility.
How We Use Information
Information collected is used solely to:
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Administer programs and services
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Process donations and issue receipts
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Communicate updates, events, and impact reports
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Fulfill reporting requirements for grants and funding partners
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Improve our website and community engagement
We do not sell, trade, or misuse personal information. Ever.
Youth & Minor Data Protection (Grant-Specific)
Protecting young people is central to our mission.
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We collect only the minimum information necessary to administer youth programs, scholarships, and educational initiatives.
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Personal information related to minors is handled with heightened confidentiality and restricted access.
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Youth data is accessed only by authorized staff and program partners who are required to maintain confidentiality.
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We do not publicly share identifiable youth information without proper consent.
When required, parental or guardian consent is obtained in alignment with program needs and applicable laws.
Donations & Financial Information
All financial transactions are processed through secure third-party payment processors (such as Stripe, PayPal, or similar platforms).
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The R.K. Foundation does not store full credit card or banking details.
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Payment providers maintain their own privacy and security policies.
5. Information Sharing & Disclosure
We may share information only when necessary:
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With trusted service providers supporting our nonprofit operations
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With fiscal sponsors or grant partners for reporting and compliance purposes
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When required by law or to protect organizational integrity
All partners are expected to uphold confidentiality and data protection standards consistent with this policy.
Communications & Opt-Out
If you choose to receive communications from us, you may receive:
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Newsletters
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Program updates
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Event invitations
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Impact or grant-funded initiative reports
You may unsubscribe at any time using the link provided in our emails.
Cookies & Analytics
Our website may use cookies or analytics tools to understand site usage and improve user experience.
You can disable cookies through your browser settings.
Data Security & Retention
We implement reasonable safeguards to protect personal and youth data, including:
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Limited internal access
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Secure digital storage
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Responsible data retention practices
Information is retained only as long as necessary for program delivery, reporting, or legal compliance.
Your Rights
You may request to:
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Access your personal information
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Correct or update information
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Request deletion when appropriate
Requests can be made using the contact information below.
Third-Party Links
Our website may link to third-party sites.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those external platforms.
Policy Updates
This policy may be updated periodically.
Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.
Contact Information
For privacy-related questions or requests, contact:
The R.K. Foundation
Email: info@therkf.org