Privacy Policy
Last Updated: January 15, 2026
1. Introduction
The Valentine Foundation, a nonprofit organization doing business as The Becky Valentine Foundation (the “Foundation”), is committed to protecting the privacy of visitors to our website, www.beckyvalentinefoundation.org(the “Website”), and our donors and supporters.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and disclose personal information. By using our Website, you consent to the practices described in this policy.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of personal information from donors, supporters, and website visitors:
Contact Information
First and last name, email address, and billing address (as necessary for donation processing).
Donation Information
Donation amounts, dates, and confirmation details. Donation payments are processed through third-party platforms, including Bloomerang (formerly Qgiv), PayPal, and Venmo. The Foundation does not directly collect or store sensitive payment information such as credit card or bank account numbers.
Communications
If you contact us through the Website or by email, we may collect your name, email address, and any additional information you choose to provide.
Website Usage Information
Information collected automatically when you visit the Website, such as IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, pages viewed, and dates and times of visits. This information helps us understand how visitors use the Website and improve its functionality.
Cookies and Similar Technologies
We may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience, analyze website traffic, and improve content. You can control cookie usage through your browser settings.
3. How We Collect Information
We collect information in the following ways:
Directly from You
When you make a donation, complete a form on the Website, sign up for communications, or contact us directly.
Automatically
Through cookies and similar technologies when you interact with the Website.
Through Third-Party Service Providers
When you make a donation, payment information is collected and processed by third-party platforms such as Bloomerang (formerly Qgiv), PayPal, or Venmo. We receive donation confirmations and related details but do not store sensitive payment data. Please review the applicable third-party privacy policies for more information on their data practices.
4. How We Use Your Information
We may use your personal information for the following purposes:
Processing Donations: To process contributions and provide acknowledgments and receipts.
Communication: To respond to inquiries and communicate with you about your donations, our programs, or Foundation updates, where permitted by law.
Website Improvement: To analyze Website usage and improve content and performance.
Marketing and Outreach (with consent): To send newsletters, updates, and fundraising communications. You may opt out at any time.
Legal and Operational Purposes: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal obligations, and to enforce our Terms of Use.
5. Sharing Your Information
We may share your personal information with the following categories of recipients:
Third-Party Donation Platforms
Donation information is shared with platforms such as Bloomerang (formerly Qgiv), PayPal, and Venmo solely for the purpose of processing donations and related reporting.
Service Providers
Third-party vendors that assist with website hosting, analytics, email communications, and other operational services. These providers are contractually required to safeguard your information and use it only for authorized purposes.
Legal Authorities
When required by law, legal process, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of the Foundation or others.
With Your Consent
We may share information with other parties when you explicitly authorize us to do so.
6. Data Security
We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. However, no internet transmission or electronic storage method is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
7. Your Rights and Choices
Depending on applicable law, you may have the right to:
Request access to the personal information we hold about you
Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
Request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal exceptions
Object to certain processing activities, such as direct marketing
Request data portability
Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information below. We may require identity verification before fulfilling requests.
8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
You can manage cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect certain Website features and functionality.
9. Children’s Privacy
The Website is not directed to children under the age of 13, and the Foundation does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If such information is identified, it will be deleted promptly.
10. International Data Transfers
The Foundation is based in the United States, and information collected is primarily stored and processed in the U.S. If information is transferred outside the United States, appropriate safeguards will be used to protect it.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
The Foundation may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date. Continued use of the Website constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.
12. Contact Information
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at: