Last Updated: May 9, 2025, 3:05 p.m.

The Michael Anoka Foundation (MAF) values your privacy. 
This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or interact with us online or offline. Please read this policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this policy, please do not access the site.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect personal information from you in the following ways:
    •    Personal Data: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address, and other contact details you provide when making a donation, signing up for our newsletter, registering for events, or contacting us.
    •    Donation Information: Payment details (processed through secure third-party payment processors), donation amounts, and donation history.
    •    Usage Data: Information automatically collected through our website, such as IP address, browser type, access times, pages visited, and referring links.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:
    •    Process and acknowledge donations
    •    Send newsletters, updates, and event information
    •    Improve our website and outreach efforts
    •    Respond to inquiries and provide support
    •    Comply with legal obligations

3. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell, rent, or lease your personal information to third parties. We may share information with:
    •    Service Providers: Trusted partners who assist with operations, such as web hosting, donation processing, and email communications.
    •    Legal Compliance: When required by law or to protect our rights, safety, or property.

4. Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information. However, no data transmission over the Internet is completely secure. We cannot guarantee the absolute security of your information.

5. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights under data protection laws, such as:
    •    Accessing or correcting your personal data
    •    Requesting the deletion of your information
    •    Opting out of communications

You can exercise these rights by contacting us at:
Email: info@michaelanokafoundation.org

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience and analyse site usage. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings.

7. Third-Party Links

Our site may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of such third-party sites.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with the updated effective date.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
Michael Anoka Foundation (MAF)
Email Address: info@michaelanokafoundation.org