Garg’s Educare Foundation (“we”, “our”, “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy of all individuals who interact with our website, programs, and services. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, disclose, and safeguard your information.
By accessing our website or providing personal information, you consent to the practices described in this policy.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect information from donors, volunteers, beneficiaries, website users, and program participants.
1.1 Personal Information
This includes, but is not limited to:
Name
Email address
Phone number
Postal address
Date of birth
Gender (if voluntarily provided)
Payment information (processed securely through payment gateways)
PAN card details (for donation receipts, if required)
1.2 Non-Personal Information
Automatically collected data such as:
Browser type
IP address
Device information
Pages visited
Time spent on site
Cookies for improving user experience
1.3 Sensitive Personal Information
We do not intentionally collect sensitive information unless required for specific programs (e.g., health camps). In such cases, explicit consent will be obtained.
2. How We Use Your Information
Your information may be used for:
Processing donations and issuing receipts
Complying with legal & regulatory requirements
Communicating updates, reports, and newsletters
Registering volunteers and participants in programs
Improving website functionality and user experience
Maintaining internal records
Responding to queries or support requests
Planning and improving charitable initiatives
We do not sell, rent, or trade your information with any third party.
3. Sharing of Information
We may share your information only in the following situations:
3.1 With Trusted Third Parties
Such as:
Banking/payment gateway providers
Auditors and accountants
IT service providers
Event partners (when necessary)
These parties are obligated to maintain confidentiality.
3.2 Legal Requirements
We may disclose information if:
Required by law or regulatory authorities
Necessary to protect the rights, property, or safety of GEF or the public
Needed for fraud prevention, enforcement, or dispute resolution
We will never share your information for commercial marketing without consent.
4. Data Storage and Security
We employ reasonable security measures to protect data, including:
Encrypted payment processing (via secure gateways)
Restricted access to personal data
Regular system audits
Secure servers and password-protected systems
While we take strong precautions, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. Users agree to provide information at their own discretion.
5. Cookies Policy
Our website may use cookies to:
Enhance user experience
Remember preferences
Track website analytics
Users may disable cookies in their browser settings, though it may affect site functionality.
6. Children’s Privacy
GEF does not knowingly collect personal data from children below the age of 16 without parental/guardian consent.
Any inadvertent data collected will be deleted upon request.
7. Donor Privacy
We respect donor preferences and anonymity.
Donor information is used strictly for:
Receipting
Regulatory compliance
Internal communications
Donor data is never sold or disclosed for commercial purposes.
8. Your Rights
You may request:
Access to your personal data
Correction of inaccurate information
Withdrawal of consent for communications
Deletion of your information (subject to legal requirements)
Requests may be submitted via the contact details below.
9. External Links
Our website may contain links to third-party sites.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites.
10. Updates to This Policy
We may revise this policy periodically.
Updated versions will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.
Continued use of our website indicates acceptance of the updated policy.
11. Contact Us
For questions, corrections, or concerns regarding privacy:
📩 support@gargseducarefoundation.org
📞 +91 90838 38889
🌐 www.gargseducarefoundation.org