Effective Date: 2026

At The Change Project, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information when you visit our website, contact us, donate, volunteer, or participate in our programs.

Information We Collect

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide through our website forms, donation forms, volunteer sign-ups, program inquiries, or other communication methods. This may include your name, email address, mailing address, donation details, organization name, and any message or information you choose to share with us.

We may also collect basic website usage information such as browser type, device information, pages visited, and general website activity to help improve our website and user experience.

How We Use Your Information

The Change Project may use your information to:

Respond to your questions or requests
Process donations and provide donation confirmations
Share updates about our programs, events, and community impact
Manage volunteer, partnership, and program inquiries
Improve our website, services, and outreach efforts
Comply with legal, financial, or organizational requirements

Donations and Payment Information

If you make a donation through our website, your payment may be processed through a third-party payment provider. The Change Project does not store full payment card details on our website. Donation information may be used for recordkeeping, receipts, and nonprofit reporting purposes.

Sharing Your Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share limited information only with trusted service providers who help us operate our website, process donations, manage communications, or support our nonprofit operations. These providers are expected to keep your information secure.

We may also disclose information if required by law or when necessary to protect the rights, safety, and integrity of The Change Project, our users, or the community.

Cookies and Website Tracking

Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to improve functionality, understand visitor activity, and enhance the user experience. You may adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies, but some parts of the website may not function properly.

Email Communications

If you sign up for updates or contact us through the website, we may use your email address to respond or send relevant updates. You may request to stop receiving non-essential communications at any time.

Children’s Privacy

The Change Project may provide programs that support youth and families. However, our website is not intended to knowingly collect personal information from children without appropriate parent or guardian consent. If you believe a child has submitted personal information without consent, please contact us through our Contact page.

Data Security

We take reasonable steps to protect personal information from unauthorized access, misuse, loss, or disclosure. However, no website or online system can guarantee complete security.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, donation platforms, or community resources. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or security of those external websites.

Your Rights and Choices

You may request to review, update, or delete certain personal information you have shared with us, subject to legal, financial, or nonprofit recordkeeping requirements.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

Contact Us

For questions about this Privacy Policy, please reach out through our Contact page.