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DONOR PRIVACY POLICY CONFIDENTIALITY IN DEVELOPMENT AND MANAGEMENT OF PERSONAL DONOR INFORMATION The Development Department at Habitat for Humanity of Evansville (hereafter referred to as FHE) recognizes

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How to Fill Out Donor Privacy Policy:

1. Begin by reviewing the existing template or guidelines provided by your organization or relevant regulatory bodies. Understand the specific requirements and recommendations for creating a comprehensive donor privacy policy.
2. Start with a clear and concise introduction that explains the purpose and importance of the donor privacy policy. State why your organization values donor privacy and how you will protect the personal information collected.
3. Identify the types of personal information your organization collects from donors. This may include names, addresses, email addresses, phone numbers, financial information, or any other relevant data.
4. Outline the specific purposes for which you collect donor information. These purposes may include donation processing, communication, marketing, fundraising activities, reporting, or any other legitimate reasons related to your organization's mission.
5. Describe the methods by which you collect personal information. Be transparent about whether you collect data directly from donors, through online forms, or through other means such as events, fundraising campaigns, or third-party platforms.
6. Clearly state how you store, secure, and protect donor information. Explain the security measures, data encryption, access controls, and any other practices followed to ensure the confidentiality and integrity of donor data.
7. Provide information about how donors can access, update, or delete their personal information, and explain the process they need to follow to exercise these rights.
8. If your organization shares donor information with third parties, disclose the types of entities you share data with and the reasons for sharing. If applicable, mention the use of third-party fundraising platforms or payment processors.
9. Explain how you use cookies, tracking technologies, or other tools on your website to collect donor information, and outline the purpose of collecting such data.
10. Include information about how you handle donor data breaches or unauthorized access. Describe the steps you would take to mitigate the impact of such incidents and the procedures followed to notify affected individuals and regulatory authorities, if required.
11. Ensure your donor privacy policy complies with relevant laws and regulations, such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in the European Union or local data protection laws applicable in your jurisdiction.
12. Regularly review and update your donor privacy policy to reflect any changes in laws, regulations, or organizational practices.

Who Needs Donor Privacy Policy:

1. Nonprofit organizations that collect personal information from donors should have a donor privacy policy in place to demonstrate their commitment to safeguarding donor data.
2. Charitable organizations or foundations that rely on donations from individuals, corporations, or other entities should prioritize the protection of donor privacy and inform donors about the use and security of their personal information.
3. Organizations that conduct fundraising events, campaigns, or initiatives where personal information is collected from donors, such as online donation forms or mail-in pledges, should have a clear and comprehensive donor privacy policy.
4. Any organization that collects, uses, stores, or shares donor information, either online or offline, should have a donor privacy policy to establish trust and transparency with the donors and comply with applicable privacy laws.

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What is donor privacy policy?

A donor privacy policy is a set of guidelines and practices implemented by organizations to protect the confidentiality and privacy of their donors' personal information.

Who is required to file donor privacy policy?

Nonprofit organizations and charities that collect donations from individuals are required to have and disclose a donor privacy policy.

How to fill out donor privacy policy?

A donor privacy policy can be filled out by outlining the organization's practices for collecting, using, and safeguarding donor information. It should include details on how the information will be used, who will have access to it, and how donors can opt-out of having their information shared.

What is the purpose of donor privacy policy?

The purpose of a donor privacy policy is to build trust with donors by assuring them that their personal information will be kept confidential and used responsibly.

What information must be reported on donor privacy policy?

A donor privacy policy should include information on the types of personal data collected, how it will be used, who will have access to it, and how donors can update or remove their information.