Privacy Policy

Last Update: 02/01/2024

Thank you for your interest in Chi-Care.org. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your information as you interact with our website and services. 

1. Information We Collect: 
● Volunteer Information: When you engage with Chi-Care, we may collect personal information such as your name, contact details, and any other information you voluntarily provide when signing up for volunteer opportunities or making donations. 
● Website Usage Information: We may automatically collect certain information about your visit to our website, including IP address, browser type, and device information through cookies and similar technologies. 

2. How We Use Your Information: We use the information we collect for the following purposes: 
● To facilitate your engagement with Chi-Care, such as processing volunteer sign-ups and donations. 
● To communicate with you regarding Chi-Care's activities, events, and updates.
● To improve our website and services. 

3. Sharing Your Information: 
● We do not sell, trade, or share your personal information with third parties without your consent, except as required by law or to facilitate the operations of Chi-Care (e.g., sharing volunteer information with partners for logistics purposes). 

4. Donations and Financial Information: 
● If you choose to make a financial contribution to Chi-Care, your payment information will be securely processed through a payment gateway. We do not store sensitive financial information on our servers. 

5. Cookies: 
● We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience on our website. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. 

6. Security: 
● We take reasonable measures to protect the information we collect to prevent unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. 

7. Third-Party Partners: 
● Chi-Care collaborates with partners to enhance our services. Your information may be shared with these partners to facilitate volunteer activities and logistics.

8. Your Choices: 
● You have the right to access, correct, or delete your personal information. You may contact us at info@chi-care.org for assistance.

 9. Updates to this Privacy Policy: 
● We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. The latest version will be posted on this page with the effective date. 

By interacting with Chi-Care.org, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy. 
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at info@chi-care.org.

Chi-Care's mission is to provide warm meals, clean water, basic necessities, and a restored sense of dignity to individuals experiencing homelessness in Chicagoland.

Chi-Care is a 501(c)3 charitable organization. Copyright 2024.