Privacy Policy

Breeze of Joy Foundation - Welcome to Breeze of Joy Foundation

Last updated: March 21, 2026 · Effective: March 21, 2026

Breeze of Joy Foundation ("we," "us," or "our") is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization incorporated in the State of California, United States (EIN: 86-3212923). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you visit breezeofjoyfoundation.org or donate to our cause.

1. Information We Collect

a) Information You Provide

  • Donation information: Name, email, mailing address, phone number, and payment details when you donate.
  • Newsletter subscriptions: Name and email when you subscribe to our updates.
  • Contact forms: Name, email, and message content when you contact us.
  • Account registration: Username, email, and password if you create an account.

b) Information Collected Automatically

  • IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, and pages visited.
  • Cookies and similar tracking technologies (see Section 6).
  • Device identifiers and location data (country/region level only).

2. How We Use Your Information

  • Process donations and issue tax receipts.
  • Send donation confirmations and annual tax summaries.
  • Communicate updates about sponsored girls, campaigns, and impact reports.
  • Respond to your inquiries and support requests.
  • Improve our website and fundraising campaigns.
  • Comply with legal obligations including IRS reporting requirements.
  • Prevent fraud and ensure platform security.

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.

3. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR / International)

  • Contractual necessity: To process your donation and fulfill our obligations.
  • Legitimate interest: To operate and improve our nonprofit services.
  • Legal obligation: To comply with tax laws and regulatory requirements.
  • Consent: For newsletter subscriptions (which you may withdraw at any time).

4. How We Share Your Information

  • Zeffy: Our zero-fee donation platform. Review Zeffy's privacy policy at zeffy.com.
  • Email service providers: To send newsletters and receipts.
  • Legal authorities: If required by law or to protect our rights.
  • Auditors and accountants: For IRS reporting and financial compliance.

5. Data Retention

Donation records are retained for a minimum of 7 years per IRS requirements. You may request deletion of your data at any time, subject to legal retention obligations.

6. Cookies

We use cookies to maintain your session and preferences, analyze website traffic (anonymized), and improve website performance. You can control cookies through your browser settings.

7. Your Rights

  • Access: Request a copy of your personal data.
  • Correction: Request correction of inaccurate data.
  • Deletion: Request deletion ("right to be forgotten"), subject to legal obligations.
  • Portability: Request your data in a machine-readable format.
  • Withdraw Consent: Unsubscribe from our newsletter at any time.

California residents have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to know what data is collected. We do not sell data.

To exercise your rights: [email protected]

8. Children's Privacy

Our website is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. Girls we sponsor are represented on our website for fundraising purposes only, with guardian consent. We do not collect personal data from sponsored children.

9. International Data Transfers

As a US-based organization operating internationally, your data may be processed in the United States. For EU/EEA or UK users, we ensure appropriate GDPR-compliant safeguards are in place.

10. Security

We implement SSL encryption, secure servers, and access controls to protect your information. No method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the new policy with an updated date. Continued use of our website constitutes acceptance.

12. Contact Us

  • Email: [email protected]
  • Phone: +1 (630) 909-9002
  • Address: Breeze of Joy Foundation, Fullerton, CA, United States