Privacy Policy

Last Updated: September 28, 2025

Welcome, and thank you for visiting the official website of Ribbon for Humanity, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (“we,” “us,” or “our”). Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you visit our website, make a donation, participate in our programs, subscribe to our communications, or otherwise interact with us.

By using our website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the site immediately.

1. Information We Collect

We collect two types of information: Personal Information and Non-Personal Information.

a. Personal Information

“Personal Information” means information that can identify you as an individual or be linked to you. This may include:

  • Name, mailing address, email address, and phone number

  • Donation and payment information (processed securely by trusted third-party payment processors)

  • Account login details (if you create an account)

  • Participation history in programs, campaigns, volunteer activities, or events

  • Any content you submit (e.g., testimonials, feedback, photos)

  • Information you voluntarily provide (e.g., through surveys, petitions, or newsletter sign-ups)

b. Non-Personal Information

“Non-Personal Information” is data that does not directly identify you, such as:

  • Browser type and version

  • Device type, IP address, and geolocation

  • Website usage data, navigation paths, and visit duration

  • Referring URLs and clickstream data

  • Aggregated analytics, cookie data, and site performance metrics

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect solely in ways that further our charitable mission and improve our services, including to:

  • Process donations and issue receipts for tax and recordkeeping purposes

  • Communicate with you about our programs, campaigns, events, and impact

  • Personalize your user experience and provide relevant information

  • Manage memberships, volunteer opportunities, and participation in events

  • Comply with legal, tax, and regulatory requirements applicable to nonprofit organizations

  • Detect, prevent, and address potential fraud, security incidents, or misuse

  • Improve our website, outreach, operations, and program effectiveness

We do not collect more personal information than is reasonably necessary to achieve these purposes.

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience, analyze traffic, and deliver relevant content. Cookies help us:

  • Remember your preferences and session details

  • Track site usage and visitor behavior

  • Improve website performance and functionality

  • Deliver personalized communication and program information

You can disable cookies through your browser settings. However, certain site features may not function properly without them.

Do Not Track (DNT): Our site does not currently respond to “Do Not Track” signals.

4. Disclosure of Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share information only under the following limited circumstances:

  • Service Providers: With trusted vendors (e.g., payment processors, email platforms, data analytics providers) that help us operate and improve our services.

  • Legal Requirements: When required by law, subpoena, court order, or regulatory authorities.

  • Organizational Partners: With collaborating nonprofits or coalition partners to advance shared charitable objectives — but only with your consent or as permitted by law.

  • Organizational Changes: In the event of a merger, restructuring, or transfer of programs, your information may be transferred as part of that process, provided it continues to be protected under this Policy.

All third parties must maintain appropriate safeguards and use the information only for authorized purposes.

5. Your Rights Under CCPA and CPRA (California Residents)

If you are a California resident, you have the following rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA):

  • Right to Know: Request details about the personal data we collect, use, or disclose.

  • Right to Delete: Request that we delete your personal data, subject to legal and regulatory obligations.

  • Right to Correct: Request correction of inaccurate or outdated information.

  • Right to Opt-Out: Request that we do not sell or share your personal data. (Note: We do not sell personal data.)

  • Right to Limit Use of Sensitive Information: Request limitations on how we use sensitive data.

  • Right to Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising any of these rights.

To exercise your rights, contact us at alex@ribbonforhumanity.org with your full name, email, and request details.

6. Your Rights Under GDPR (EEA, UK, and Switzerland)

If you reside in the European Economic Area (EEA), United Kingdom (UK), or Switzerland, you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

  • Right of Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.

  • Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete data.

  • Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data (“right to be forgotten”).

  • Right to Restrict Processing: Limit how we use your data.

  • Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format.

  • Right to Object: Object to certain processing, including direct marketing.

We rely on the following legal bases for processing your information:

  • Consent: e.g., signing up for newsletters or communications

  • Contract: e.g., processing donations or event registrations

  • Legal Obligation: e.g., fulfilling tax and recordkeeping requirements

  • Legitimate Interests: e.g., improving our programs or preventing fraud

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at alex@ribbonforhumanity.org.

7. International Data Transfers

Your personal data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside your jurisdiction, including the United States. We implement appropriate safeguards — such as Standard Contractual Clauses — to ensure that your information remains protected in accordance with applicable laws.

8. Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Policy, including compliance with legal, tax, and nonprofit reporting requirements. Once no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize the data.

9. Security of Your Information

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of any passwords or account credentials associated with your use of the site.

10. Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under the age of 13. If we learn that we have collected such data, we will promptly delete it. If you are under 13, please do not provide any personal information on our site.

11. Links to Third-Party Sites

Our site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or security of those sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any information.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, operations, or legal requirements. If we make material changes, we will update the “Last Updated” date and post a prominent notice on our site. Continued use of our site after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, your rights, or our data practices, please contact us at:

Ribbon for Humanity
3858 W. Carson Street, Suite 220
Torrance, CA 90503
Email: alex@ribbonforhumanity.org