🛡️Privacy Policy

Last Updated: October 23, 2025

Welcome to GratefulGiving.com (“Grateful Giving,” “we,” “our,” or “us”).

Your privacy matters to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit https://www.GratefulGiving.com (the “Site”) and use our services (the “Services”).

By using our Site, you agree to this Privacy Policy and our Terms of Service. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of our Site.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information in the following ways:

a. Information You Provide

  • Account details: Name, email address, password, and other registration info.
  • Donation details: Amount, campaign supported, payment details (handled securely by third-party processors like Stripe or PayPal).
  • Communications: Messages, inquiries, or feedback you send to us.
  • Fundraiser information: If you create a campaign, we collect descriptions, goals, and related content.

b. Information We Collect Automatically

  • Device information: IP address, browser type, operating system.
  • Usage information: Pages visited, time spent, clicks, and referral links.
  • Cookies: Small files stored on your device to improve user experience. You can manage cookies via your browser settings.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Operate and improve our Site and Services;
  • Process donations and provide receipts;
  • Communicate with you about campaigns or updates;
  • Personalize your experience;
  • Ensure compliance with legal obligations;
  • Detect and prevent fraud or abuse.

3. How We Share Your Information

We may share your data:

  • With Payment Processors: To securely process your donation (e.g., Stripe, PayPal).
  • With Charitable Recipients: To allow charities or fundraisers to acknowledge donations.
  • With Service Providers: Who help operate the Site (e.g., hosting, analytics, or email services).
  • For Legal Reasons: To comply with law or protect our rights, users, or others.
  • Business Transfers: If we merge, sell, or transfer assets, your information may be included.

We never sell your personal information.

4. Data Retention

We keep your information only as long as needed for legitimate purposes — such as processing donations, maintaining records, and complying with legal or tax requirements.

5. Data Security

We use administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect your data. However, no system is 100% secure. Use our Services with care and notify us immediately if you suspect unauthorized access.

6. Your Privacy Rights

You have the right to access, correct, or delete your personal information. You may also:

  • Request a copy of the data we hold about you.
  • Object to or restrict certain data uses.
  • Opt out of marketing communications (via unsubscribe links).

Contact us at privacy@gratefulgiving.com to exercise these rights.

7. Children’s Privacy

Our Services are not intended for children under 13 (or 16 in the EU/UK). We do not knowingly collect data from children. If we discover we’ve collected data from a minor, we’ll delete it promptly.

8. International Data Transfers

If you’re located outside the United States, your information may be transferred to and processed in the U.S. or other countries. We ensure such transfers comply with applicable laws (e.g., using standard contractual clauses under the GDPR).

9. GDPR (EU/UK) Data Protection Rights

If you are located in the European Union, European Economic Area, or the United Kingdom, you have the following rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

Your rights include:

  • Access and receive a copy of your personal data.
  • Request correction or deletion of your data.
  • Withdraw consent at any time (where processing is based on consent).
  • Object to data processing for legitimate interest or marketing purposes.
  • Request data portability.
  • Lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.

Legal Basis for Processing:

We process personal data under these bases:

  • Consent (e.g., when you opt in to communications);
  • Contract (e.g., processing your donations or account access);
  • Legal obligation (e.g., tax records);
  • Legitimate interest (e.g., improving services or preventing fraud).

For GDPR-related requests, contact us at: privacy@gratefulgiving.com

If you are in the EU or UK, you may also contact your local data protection authority for assistance.

10. CCPA/CPRA (California Residents)

If you are a California resident, you have rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA):

Your Rights:

  • Request disclosure of the categories and specific pieces of personal information we collect, use, or share;
  • Request deletion of your personal data (subject to legal exceptions);
  • Opt out of the sale or sharing of personal data (we do not sell data);
  • Request correction of inaccurate data;
  • Limit the use and disclosure of sensitive personal information.

We will not discriminate against you for exercising these rights.

To exercise these rights, contact us:
privacy@gratefulgiving.com

or write to us at:
[Your Business Address or City, State, ZIP]

Authorized agents may make requests on your behalf if properly verified.

11. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Enable site functionality;
  • Measure site performance;
  • Personalize user experience; and
  • Analyze traffic patterns.

You can manage cookies through your browser settings or opt out of certain analytics tools.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. When we do, we’ll post the updated version on this page with a new “Last Updated” date. Your continued use of the Site means you accept those changes.