Privacy Policy for Kapwa Tao Foundation

  At Kapwa Tao Foundation, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you engage with our foundation, whether through donations, communications, or participation in our programs. We encourage you to read this policy carefully to understand our practices regarding your personal data.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

• Personal Information: When you make a donation, sign up for updates, or participate in our programs, we may collect your name, email address, phone number, mailing address, and payment details (such as credit card information).
• Non-Personal Information: We may collect non-identifiable information, such as your browser type, IP address, and website usage data, to help improve our website’s functionality and user experience.
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2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information for the following purposes:

• Donation Processing: To process your donations securely and provide you with receipts or updates regarding your contributions.
• Communication: To send you updates on our projects, campaigns, and events, and respond to your inquiries.
• Program Development: To improve our programs and services based on your feedback and participation.
• Legal Compliance: To comply with legal obligations, such as reporting charitable donations for tax purposes.
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3. How We Protect Your Information

We take data security very seriously and implement a variety of measures to protect your personal information:

• Secure Transactions: All online donations are processed using industry-standard encryption (e.g., SSL/TLS), ensuring that your payment information is securely transmitted and stored.
• Data Encryption: Sensitive data, such as payment information, is encrypted to prevent unauthorized access.
• Restricted Access: Only authorized personnel with a legitimate need to access your data are allowed to handle your personal information.
• Third-Party Vendors: We work with trusted third-party vendors (such as payment processors) who are also required to adhere to strict data protection standards.
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4. Sharing of Information

We respect your privacy and do not sell, trade, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes. We may share your information with:

• Service Providers: Third-party vendors who help us process donations, manage communications, and run our programs. These vendors are obligated to protect your data.
• Legal Compliance: Government agencies or regulators if required to comply with legal obligations, such as financial reporting of charitable contributions.
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5. Your Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: You can request a copy of the information we have about you.
• Correction: You may update or correct your personal information at any time.
• Deletion: You can request the deletion of your personal information, except when required by law (e.g., for tax reporting of donations).
• Opt-out: You can opt-out of receiving newsletters, updates, or other communications from us at any time.
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6. Children’s Privacy

Our programs are primarily focused on educational outreach, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13 without parental consent.

7. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any changes will be posted on our website, and we encourage you to review this policy periodically.

8. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us at:

Kapwa Tao Foundation
Email: info@kapwataofoundation.org
Phone:  +19163134605 

Thank you for trusting Kapwa Tao Foundation with your personal information and for supporting our mission to equip the youth of the Philippines with AI education and skills.