Lauryn's Promise (“we,” “us,” and “our”) values your privacy. This Privacy Policy (“Policy”) is intended to help you understand how we collect, use, and protect personal information provided by visitors to our website or users of our online services—including donations and grant applications—and what rights you have in relation to your data. This Policy reflects our ongoing commitment as a Christian nonprofit to operate with transparency, integrity, and respect for those who support or seek services from Lauryn’s Promise.

We reserve the right to make updates to this Policy at any time. We encourage visitors to review this page regularly to stay informed of any changes. If Lauryn's Promise changes how we use personally identifiable information in a way materially different from what was previously stated, we will notify users and give them the opportunity to approve or decline such new usage.

This Policy applies solely to Lauryn's Promise and governs data collection and usage through our website, www.laurynspromise.com. By using our website, you consent to the practices described in this Policy. Please note this Policy does not apply to external websites linked from our pages. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

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Specifically, this Policy will inform you of the following:

1. What personally identifiable information is collected from you through our website;

2. Why we collect personally identifiable information and the legal basis for such collection;

3. How we use the collected information and with whom it may be shared;

4. What choices are available to you regarding the use of your data; and

5. The security procedures in place to protect the misuse of your information.

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Information We Collect

It is always your choice whether to share personally identifiable information with us. However, declining to provide certain information may limit your ability to access our services (e.g., submitting a grant application or making a donation).

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We may collect the following types of data:

• Voluntarily provided information: Including your name, mailing address, phone number, email address, donation details, billing and credit card information, or grant application information.

• Automatically collected information: Through cookies, server logs, and analytics tools, which may include IP address, browser type, referring site, and pages visited.

We may also conduct voluntary surveys to help us better understand our community and improve our services.

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Why We Collect Information and For How Long

We collect your data to:

• Provide and fulfill the services and resources you request;

• Process donations securely and issue donation receipts;

• Review and manage grant applications;

• Send updates, newsletters, or event invitations (when you have consented);

• Understand and improve our website and programs;

• Comply with legal or regulatory obligations.

We retain your information only for as long as it is necessary to fulfill the purpose for which it was collected, based on:

• The duration of your relationship with us;

• Our legal obligations;

• Relevant record-keeping guidelines;

• Your ongoing consent.

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Use of Information Collected

Lauryn’s Promise does not sell, rent, lease, or disclose donor or applicant information to third parties for marketing purposes.

We may use your information to:

• Process donations and send acknowledgments;

• Contact you regarding grant applications or volunteer involvement;

• Send updates and newsletters (with your permission);

• Improve our services and user experience;

• Conduct internal data analysis or impact reporting.

We may use third-party platforms (e.g., PayPal, Stripe, Mailchimp) to process donations or send communications. These platforms are governed by their own privacy policies.

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Disclosure of Information

We do not disclose your personal information unless:

• Required to fulfill a service (e.g., processing a donation);

• You provide consent;

• It is anonymized and used in aggregate;

• Required by law or legal process;

• Needed to protect our legal rights or enforce policies;

• Required by auditors or consultants who agree to confidentiality.

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Non-Marketing Purposes

We may contact you for non-marketing reasons such as:

• Account-related notifications;

• Updates on security or site changes;

• Legal, financial, or donation-related information;

• Important ministry announcements.

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Children Under the Age of 13

Lauryn’s Promise does not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of thirteen (13). If such data is discovered, it will be deleted unless verifiable parental consent is obtained. Children under 13 must obtain parent or guardian consent before using our website or services.

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Unsubscribe or Opt-Out

You can opt out of future communications at any time by emailing: info@laurynspromise.com. If you have subscribed to third-party services through our website, you must opt out directly with them.

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Consumer Rights Under State Privacy Laws

Depending on your state, you may have the right to:

• Access: Request whether we hold your information and receive a copy;

• Correction: Ask for any inaccuracies to be corrected;

• Deletion: Request that your information be deleted (subject to legal exceptions);

• Withdraw Consent: Withdraw your consent to our use of your data.

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To exercise your rights, email: info@laurynspromise.com. Include identifying information so we can verify your request. If your request is denied or unresolved, you may appeal or file a complaint with your state’s Attorney General.

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Links to Other Websites

Our website may include links to external resources. Lauryn’s Promise is not responsible for the privacy practices of those websites. We encourage you to review their policies before sharing personal information.

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Notice to European Union Users

Our operations are based in the United States. By submitting information to us, you consent to its transfer and processing in the U.S., as outlined in this Policy.

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Your Rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)

If you are an EU resident, you have the right to:

• Be informed about how your data is used;

• Access the data we hold;

• Correct inaccurate data;

• Request deletion of your data;

• Restrict processing;

• Request data portability;

• Object to data usage.

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To exercise any of the above, please email: info@laurynspromise.com and include identifying information to help us verify your request.

Security

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We take your privacy seriously and implement physical, technical, and administrative safeguards to protect your information. This includes:

• Encrypted connections (https);

• Secure payment processing;

• Restricted access to personal data;

• Regular review of security measures.

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However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection of your information.

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Acceptance of Terms

By using our website, you accept the terms in this Privacy Policy. Continued use after any updates constitutes your agreement to the revised terms.

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How to Contact Us

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

Email: info@laurynspromise.com
Website: www.laurynspromise.com