Effective November 24, 2025

1. Introduction

American Initiatives for Social Development Foundation is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website. By using our site, you consent to the practices described in this policy.

We are a U.S.–based nonprofit organization. This policy is designed to comply with applicable U.S. federal and state privacy laws, including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA/CPRA) where applicable.

2. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

A. Personal Information You Provide

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Payment information (processed securely by a third-party payment provider; we do not store full payment details)

  • Any information submitted through contact forms or newsletter sign-ups

B. Automatically Collected Information

Like many websites, we use cookies and analytics tools to collect:

  • IP address

  • Browser type

  • Device information

  • Pages viewed and time spent on the site

  • Referring website

  • General geographic location (non-precise)

This information helps us understand visitor activity and improve our site.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

  • To operate, maintain, and improve our website

  • To process donations or payments

  • To send email newsletters and updates (you may unsubscribe at any time)

  • For analytics and site traffic measurement

  • For security, fraud prevention, and compliance with legal obligations

4. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell or share your personal information for cross-context behavioral advertising.

We may share information only with:

  • Service providers, such as website hosting, analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics), email marketing providers, and payment processors

  • Legal authorities, if required to comply with applicable laws, subpoenas, or enforce our rights

We do not share personal data with third parties for their independent marketing.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies for:

  • Website functionality

  • Analytics

  • Understanding traffic patterns

  • Improving site performance

You can control or delete cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect the website’s functionality.

6. Email Communications

If you join our mailing list, we may send you newsletters or updates about our work.
You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in any email or contacting us directly.

We comply with the CAN-SPAM Act for all marketing emails.

7. Children’s Privacy

Our website is accessible to people of all ages, but it is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

If you believe a child under 13 has provided personal information, please contact us so we can delete it.

We comply with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA).

8. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your state of residence, you may have rights regarding your personal information, including:

  • The right to know what personal information we collect

  • The right to access or delete your information

  • The right to correct inaccurate data

  • The right to opt out of certain types of data processing

To exercise these rights, contact us at the email address below.
We will not discriminate against you for exercising your privacy rights.

9. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

10. Third-Party Links

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

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally. When we do, we will revise the Effective Date at the top of the page. Continued use of the site constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions or wish to exercise your privacy rights, contact us at:

American Initiatives for Social Development Foundation
Email: contactus@american-initiatives.org