PRIVACY POLICY

Effective Date: October 2024
Last Updated: January 2025

Sharing The Word Ministries ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information when you visit www.sharingthewordministries.org (the "Site").

1. Information We Collect

We only collect personal information when individuals choose to donate through our fundraising platform, Givebutter.com. This may include:

Name
Phone number
Email address
Payment information (processed securely via Stripe through Givebutter.com)

We do not collect any additional personal data unless voluntarily provided.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:
✅ Process donations securely via Givebutter.com & Stripe.com
✅ Provide receipts and tax-deductible donation records
✅ Send updates about our mission, campaigns, and impact
✅ Respond to inquiries or support requests

🔒 We do NOT sell, rent, or share your personal data with third parties for marketing purposes.

3. How We Protect Your Information

We implement security measures to safeguard donor data, including:
✔ SSL encryption for secure website browsing
✔ Secure payment processing via Givebutter.com and Stripe.com
✔ Access controls to protect donor information

4. Use of Cookies & Tracking Technologies

Since our website is built on Wix.com, we use cookies in the same way Wix.com does. Cookies help improve site functionality and enhance user experience. You can adjust your browser settings to disable cookies if you prefer.

5. Third-Party Services & Data Sharing

We only share your data with:

Givebutter.com, which facilitates our fundraising efforts.
Stripe.com, which processes donation payments securely through Givebutter.

We do not share personal data with any other third-party services.

6. Your Rights & Choices

You have the right to:
✅ Request access to your personal data
✅ Opt out of email communications
✅ Request data deletion (where legally applicable)

To exercise these rights, please contact us at: dan@sharingthewordministry.org

7. Children's Privacy

Our Site is not intended for children under 13 years old, and we do not knowingly collect their information.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. The latest version will always be available on this page.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

📧 Email: dan@sharingthewordministry.org
🌍 Website: www.sharingthewordministries.org
📍 Mailing Address:

3140 Dustin Rd. Suite #2

Oregon, OH 43616

🔹 Sharing The Word Ministries is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. EIN: 87-4420758.