This Privacy Policy explains how Children Changing Lives (“Children Changing Lives,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) collects, uses, stores, protects, and discloses information obtained through our website, donation platforms, volunteer forms, event registrations, and related communications.
By accessing or using our website, making a donation, registering for an event, volunteering, or otherwise interacting with us, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
* Full name
* Email address
* Phone number
* Mailing address
* Donation amounts
* Transaction records
* Payment confirmation details
Volunteer & Participant Information
* Volunteer applications
* Emergency contact information
* Participant registration details
* Medical or accessibility information voluntarily provided for safety or accommodation purposes
* Newsletter subscriptions
* SMS or email communication preferences
* Responses to surveys or forms
* IP address
* Browser type
* Device information
* Cookies and usage analytics
* Website interaction data
We may use collected information to:
* Process donations;
* Coordinate events and activities;
* Communicate with donors, volunteers, families, and participants;
* Improve programs and website functionality;
* Provide accessibility accommodations where possible;
* Send newsletters, updates, fundraising communications, and event notifications;
* Respond to inquiries and support requests;
* Maintain organizational records and compliance obligations;
* Protect the security and integrity of our services.
Online donations may be processed through trusted third-party providers such as PayPal.
Children Changing Lives does not directly store full payment card information on its own servers.
Payment providers maintain their own privacy and security practices, and users are encouraged to review those policies separately.
Children Changing Lives may capture photographs, video recordings, or media during events, outings, and activities.
These materials may be used for:
* website content,
* social media,
* fundraising campaigns,
* newsletters,
* promotional materials,
* organizational publications,
* and community awareness initiatives.
By participating in events or programs, participants, parents, guardians, and volunteers consent to such use unless written notice requesting exclusion is provided in advance
Our website may use cookies, analytics tools, and similar technologies to:
* improve website performance,
* understand visitor behavior,
* enhance user experience,
* and maintain website security.
Users may adjust browser settings to refuse cookies, though certain website features may not function properly as a result.
By providing your contact information, you consent to receive communications from Children Changing Lives, including:
* newsletters,
* fundraising appeals,
* event announcements,
* volunteer opportunities,
* updates regarding organizational activities,
* and SMS or email communications.
You may opt out of marketing communications at any time using unsubscribe links or by contacting us directly.
Children Changing Lives does not knowingly sell personal information to unrelated third parties.
We may share information only:
* with trusted service providers assisting organizational operations,
* with payment processors,
* when legally required,
* to protect safety and security,
* or with consent from the individual or guardian.
Third-party providers are expected to maintain reasonable confidentiality and security protections.
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational safeguards intended to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, misuse, or loss.
However, no online platform or electronic transmission method can be guaranteed completely secure.
Users submit information at their own discretion and risk.
Because our organization supports minors and disabled children, certain participant information may be collected through parents, guardians, or authorized representatives for event coordination, accessibility, and safety purposes.
We encourage parents and guardians to supervise online interactions and communications involving minors.
Our website may contain links to external websites or services operated by third parties.
Children Changing Lives is not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or security of third-party websites.
Users access such websites at their own risk.
Depending on applicable law, users may have the right to:
* request access to personal information,
* request corrections,
* request deletion of certain information,
* opt out of marketing communications,
* or inquire about data handling practices.
Requests may be submitted using the contact information below.
As a California-based organization, Children Changing Lives aims to comply with applicable California privacy laws where required.
California residents may have additional rights regarding access to or deletion of certain personal information, subject to applicable legal exemptions and organizational obligations.
Children Changing Lives reserves the right to modify or update this Privacy Policy at any time.
Changes become effective immediately upon posting to the website.
Continued use of the website after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.
*Children Changing Lives*
Laguna Beach, California, USA
Email: [INFO@CHILDRENCHANGINGLIVES.COM](mailto: INFO@CHILDRENCHANGINGLIVES.COM)
Phone: (949) 923-1423
Website: [CHILDRENCHANGINGLIVES.COM]
