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Donor Privacy Policy

Effective Date: October 1,2024

BQSAC Foundation, a non-profit organization (referred to as “BQSAC,” “we,” “us,” or “our”), is dedicated to safeguarding the privacy and confidentiality of our donors’ information. This Donor Privacy Policy explains our commitment to the protection of your personal data when you make donations, support our programs, and interact with our organization. Please read this policy carefully to understand how we handle your donor information.

1. Information We Collect

  • Donor Contact Information: When you make a donation to BQSAC, we collect your name, mailing address, email address, and phone number to process your contribution and provide a receipt.
  • Payment Information: To process your donation, we may collect payment details, including credit card information, bank account details, or other financial information. We use a secure payment processor to protect your financial data.
  • Donation History: We maintain a record of your donation history, which may include the date and amount of your contributions and any specific programs or campaigns you support.
  • Correspondence: We may keep records of any communications or inquiries you send to us, whether through email, letters, or other channels.

2. How We Use Donor Information

We use donor information for the following purposes:

  • Processing Donations: Your contact and payment information is used to process your donations and provide you with tax receipts, acknowledgement letters, or other relevant documentation.
  • Acknowledgement and Recognition: We may acknowledge your donation publicly, such as on our website, social media, or in our publications unless you request anonymity.
  • Communication: We may contact you to express our appreciation, share updates on our programs, and inform you about upcoming events, campaigns, and other relevant information.
  • Internal Analysis: We use donor information for internal analysis and reporting to improve our fundraising strategies and better understand our donors’ preferences.

3. Sharing Donor Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade donor information to third parties. We may share donor data in the following situations:

  • Service Providers: We may share donor information with trusted service providers, payment processors, and vendors who assist us in processing donations, sending communications, and managing donor relations. These third parties are required to protect the confidentiality and security of your information.
  • Legal Compliance: We may disclose donor information to comply with legal obligations, respond to court orders, subpoenas, or government requests

4. Donor Preferences

Your privacy preferences are important to us:

  • Anonymity: If you prefer to remain anonymous or do not wish to have your donation publicly acknowledged, please let us know, and we will respect your wishes.
  • Opt-Out: You can opt out of receiving our communications by following the unsubscribe instructions provided in our emails

5. Data Security

We take security measures to protect donor information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or loss. However, while we strive to protect your data, no online method of data transmission or storage is entirely secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your information.

6. Changes to this Donor Privacy Policy

We may revise this Donor Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or for legal and regulatory reasons. We will notify donors of significant updates by posting a prominent notice on our website or by direct notification.

7. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns regarding this Donor Privacy Policy or the use of your donor information, please contact us at the following address:

  • BQSAC foundation
  • 4135 Wheeler RD SE Washington DC 20032
  • 202-321-3640
  • bqsacfoundation@gmail.com

8. Conclusion

BQSAC Foundation values and respects the privacy of our donors and is committed to protecting your personal information. By making donations or supporting our organization, you consent to the practices described in this Donor Privacy Policy. We are dedicated to maintaining your trust in our organization and ensuring the confidentiality and security of your donor data.