Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 03/01/2025

Serve406 (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website (https://serve406.org), register to volunteer, submit a project, donate, or interact with our services as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.


1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

a. Personal Information

When you register to volunteer, submit a project, sign up for updates, donate, or contact us, we may collect personal details such as:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Church or organization affiliation (if applicable)

  • Mailing address

  • Donation details (if applicable, but no payment information is stored by us)

b. Non-Personal Information

We may automatically collect certain data about your interaction with our website, including:

  • IP address

  • Browser type

  • Device type

  • Pages visited and time spent on our site

  • Referral sources


2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

  • To facilitate volunteer registrations and project submissions

  • To communicate with you about Serve406 events and initiatives

  • To provide updates, newsletters, and promotional materials

  • To process donations and provide receipts, if applicable

  • To improve website functionality and user experience

  • To comply with legal obligations and ensure website security


3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information. However, we may share your information in the following circumstances:

  • With partner churches and organizations to coordinate Serve406 Day projects and volunteer efforts.

  • With service providers who assist in operating our website, processing donations, or managing communications.

  • With financial institutions and payment processors to securely process donations (we do not store payment details).

  • When required by law or to protect the rights, property, or safety of Serve406 and its users.


4. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party sites, including donation platforms or partner organizations. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites, so we encourage you to review their policies before providing personal information.


5. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no data transmission over the internet is completely secure, so we cannot guarantee absolute security.


6. Donation Policy & Disclaimer

Serve406 is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, and all donations are tax-deductible as permitted by law. By donating, you acknowledge that:

  • Serve406 does not store or process financial payment information directly; all donations are handled securely through third-party payment processors.

  • Donations are non-refundable unless otherwise required by law.

  • Your personal information may be used to provide donation receipts and follow-up communications related to our mission.


7. Limitation of Liability

By using our website, signing up to volunteer, submitting a project, or donating, you agree that Serve406 and its affiliates, directors, employees, and volunteers shall not be liable for:

  • Any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from the use of our website or services.

  • Unauthorized access to or alteration of your data due to circumstances beyond our control.

  • Third-party actions, including those of partner organizations or donation processors.


8. Your Choices and Rights

You have the right to:

  • Opt-out of marketing communications by following the unsubscribe instructions in our emails.

  • Access, update, or delete your personal information by contacting us at [Insert Contact Email].

  • Restrict certain data processing where applicable under local laws.


9. Children’s Privacy

Serve406 does not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. If we become aware that a child has provided us with personal data, we will take steps to delete it.


10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this policy regularly to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.


11. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

📧 Email: info@serve406.org
🌐 Website: https://serve406.org


Thank you for trusting Serve406. Your privacy and security are important to us!