Privacy Policy
Last updated: January 1, 2025
Who We Are
GOT CONNECTIONS FOUNDATION is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Los Angeles, California. We are committed to protecting the privacy of our donors, supporters, and website visitors.
Information We Collect
When you interact with our website, we may collect:
- Contact Information: Name, email address, and phone number you provide when submitting our contact form or making a donation.
- Donation Information: Donation amounts, frequency preferences, and fund designations. Payment card details are processed securely by Stripe and are never stored on our servers.
- Newsletter Preferences: Email address and subscription consent when you opt in to our newsletter.
- Usage Data: We use Google Analytics to collect anonymous browsing data such as pages visited, time on site, and referral sources to improve our website.
How We Use Your Information
- To process your donations and send tax receipts
- To respond to your inquiries and messages
- To send newsletter updates (only with your explicit consent)
- To improve our website and programs
- To comply with legal and regulatory requirements
Payment Security
All payment processing is handled by Stripe, which is PCI DSS Level 1 certified — the highest level of security certification. Your credit card information is encrypted and transmitted directly to Stripe. We never store, process, or have access to your full card details.
Data Sharing
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share limited data with:
- Stripe: For payment processing
- GoHighLevel: Our CRM system for managing donor communications
- Google Analytics: For anonymous website usage analysis
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your data
- Unsubscribe from our newsletter at any time
- Opt out of analytics tracking
California Residents (CCPA): You have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act, including the right to know what personal information we collect and the right to request its deletion.
Cookies
We use essential cookies for website functionality and analytics cookies (Google Analytics) to understand how visitors use our site. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings.
Data Retention
We retain donor information as required for tax and legal purposes (typically 7 years for donation records). Newsletter subscription data is retained until you unsubscribe. Contact form inquiries are retained for up to 2 years.
Contact Us
For privacy-related questions or requests, contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (818) 263-6675
Location: Los Angeles, California