Privacy Policy

Introduction: Institute on Generosity (“we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and safeguard information through our website www.instituteongenerosity.org (“Site”). Your use of the Site indicates you accept the practices described in this policy.

Information We Collect: We collect information to operate effectively and provide you with the services, opportunities, and information you request.

a. Information You Provide Directly

• Contact details you submit through forms (e.g., name, email, phone).
• Newsletter subscription data.
• Information you share when you register for events, participate in programs, or communicate with us.
• Donation information if applicable (note: payment processing may be handled by third-party processors and not stored by us).

b. Information Collected Automatically

When you visit the Site, we and our service providers automatically collect data such as:

• IP address, browser type/version, device type, pages visited, time/date of visits, and referring URLs.
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve Site functionality and analytics.

How We Use Information:

We use your personal information to:

a. Respond to your inquiries and fulfill your requests.

b. Send newsletters and updates if you opt in.

c. Understand how visitors use our Site to improve content and services.

d. Comply with legal obligations and nonprofit reporting requirements.

Sharing Information: We do not sell your personal information.

We may share your information:

• With trusted third-party service providers who help operate the Site, send email newsletters, or manage analytics.
• When required by law or to protect rights and safety.
• In aggregated or anonymized form that cannot reasonably identify you personally.

Third-Party Tools: We may use analytics and email marketing services (e.g., Google Analytics, Mailchimp) that collect data about Site usage. These third-party services have their own privacy practices. You may review their policies through links they provide.

Cookies and Tracking: Cookies and similar technologies help improve your experience and understand how the Site is used. You may refuse cookies through your browser settings, but doing so may affect Site performance.

Data Retention: We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law.

Children’s Privacy: Our Site is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If we learn we have collected such information without parental consent, we will delete it.

Your Choices: You may opt out of receiving marketing emails or newsletters by following the unsubscribe instructions in those communications or by contacting us directly.

International Users: If you are located outside the U.S., please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States where privacy laws may differ. We endeavor to apply suitable safeguards to protect the privacy and security of your Personal Data and to use it only consistent with your relationship with us and the practices described in this Privacy Policy. By using our Website (and/or otherwise communicating with us or participating in our programs and events), you consent to the transfer of such information to the United States, a jurisdiction in which the privacy laws may not be as comprehensive as those in the country where you reside and/or are a citizen.

To the extent the General Data Protection Regulation (“GDPR”) applies, and we hold Personal Data (as defined under the GDPR) about you in our capacity as a data controller (as defined under the GDPR), you may request that we:

• Restrict the way that we process and share your Personal Data;
• Transfer your personal data to a third party;
• Revoke your consent for processing of your Personal Data;
• Provide you with access to your Personal Data;
• Remove your Personal Data if no longer necessary for the purposes collected;
• Update your Personal Data so it is correct and not out of date; and/or
• Object to our processing of your Personal Data.

Similarly, to the extent that GDPR applies to you and you wish to object to the use and processing of your Personal Data or withdraw consent to this Privacy Policy, you can contact us by emailing: Connect@InstituteonGenerosity.org.

The requests above will be considered and responded to in the time-period required by applicable law. Note, certain Information may be exempt from such requests. We may require additional information from you to confirm your identity in responding to such requests.

Changes to This Policy: We retain the right to make changes to this policy at any point in the future.

Contact Us: If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact: connect@instituteongenerosity.org