Privacy Policy for DBWP

The Doan Brook Watershed Partnership (DBWP) is committed to protecting the privacy of our website visitors, donors, volunteers, and community members. This policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have regarding your personal data.

1. Information we collect

We collect information in the following ways:

• Personal Information You Provide: Name, email address, mailing address, phone number, and payment details when you make a donation, sign up for our newsletter, volunteer, or participate in our programs.
• Automatically Collected Information: IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, and referring website, collected through cookies or similar technologies.
• Program Participation Data: Photos, stories, and submissions to initiatives like Voices of the Brook, where participation is voluntary.

2. How we use your information

We use your information to:

1. Process donations and send tax receipts
2. Communicate updates, newsletters, and event invitations
3. Respond to inquiries or requests
4. Administer programs and volunteer opportunities
5. Improve our website and outreach efforts
6. Comply with legal obligations

3. Sharing of information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share it only:

1. With trusted service providers who assist with payment processing, email distribution, or data management, under strict confidentiality agreements
2. As required by law or to protect our legal rights and safety
3. With your explicit consent

4. Cookies and tracking

We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience and understand website traffic. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.

5. Security

We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect your personal information. While no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure, we strive to use best practices to safeguard data.

6. Your choices

• Opt-Out: You may unsubscribe from email communications at any time using the “unsubscribe” link in our messages.
• Access and Update: You can request to review, update, or delete your personal information by contacting us at info@doanbrookpartnership.org.
• Decline Cookies: You can adjust your browser to refuse cookies, though some site features may not function properly.

7. Third-party links

Our website may contain links to external sites. DBWP is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites.

8. Children’s privacy

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn that such information has been provided, we will delete it promptly.

9. Changes to this policy

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

10. Contact us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, contact:

• Doan Brook Watershed Partnership
  12200 Fairhill Road, Suite C-238
  Cleveland, Ohio 44120
• Email: info@doanbrookpartnership.org.
• Phone: (216) 325-7781