Privacy Policy

Effective Date: July 24, 2026

The Cedar Key Lions Foundation (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is a registered 501(c)(3) organization. We protect your privacy and secure your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you visit our website.

1. Collect Personal Information

We collect information you provide directly to us and automatically through website use:

  • Donor & Voluntary Data: Name, email, phone number, mailing address.
  • Financial Information: Payment details processed securely via our third-party processor.
  • Automated Device Data: IP address, browser type, and operating system.

2. Use Collected Information

We use your personal data to advance our charitable mission:

  • Process Donations: Manage financial transactions and issue tax-deductible receipts.
  • Communicate Updates: Send newsletters, event invitations, and fundraising appeals.
  • Improve Services: Optimize website functionality and user experience.
  • Comply with Laws: Meet legal, regulatory, and IRS tax-exempt requirements.

3. Cookies and Tracking

We prioritize your digital privacy:

  • No Tracking Pixels: We do not use advertising pixels.
  • No Analytics Cookies: We do not track cookie data.
  • Clean Browsing: Your website movements are not monitored.

4. Share and Disclose Data

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We only share data in these scenarios:

  • Zeffy Payment Gateway: Secure transactional data processed via Zeffy.
  • Legal Requirements: Compliance with subpoenas, Florida state laws, or federal regulations.
  • Donor Recognition: Public acknowledgment only with your explicit opt-in consent.

5. Protect Donor Privacy

We strictly restrict the sharing of donor lists and financial information:

  • No List Commercialization: We never sell or trade donor lists.
  • Secure Payment Processing: All digital donations use encrypted payment gateways.
  • Access Control: Only authorized staff handle sensitive financial data.

6. Secure Your Data

We implement commercial security measures to protect your information:

  • Encryption Protocols: Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) technology for data transmission.
  • Regular Monitoring: Periodic reviews of security practices and systems.
  • No Absolute Guarantee: No internet transmission is completely 100% secure.

7. Assert Privacy Rights

You maintain control over your personal data:

  • Opt-Out Rights: Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time.
  • Access & Correction: Request a copy of or updates to your data.
  • Deletion Requests: Email cedarkeylionsclub@gmail.com to permanently erase your data.

8. Comply with Federal Laws

We strictly adhere to United States federal privacy frameworks:

  • COPPA Compliance: We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13.
  • CAN-SPAM Act: Every email includes a clear, functional opt-out mechanism.
  • IRS Regulations: We retain financial records as required for 501(c)(3) audits.

9. Comply with Florida Laws

We respect state-specific consumer protection and registry rules:

  • FIPA Compliance: We follow the Florida Information Protection Act for breach notifications.
  • Solicitation of Contributions: We maintain legal compliance with Chapter 496, Florida Statutes.
  • Data Breach Protocols: We notify affected Florida residents if a data breach occurs.

10. Update This Policy

We modify this policy occasionally to reflect legal shifts:

  • Notice of Changes: We post updates directly on this webpage.
  • Review Responsibility: Please check the effective date regularly for modifications.

11. Contact Our Team

Reach out to resolve questions regarding this privacy policy:

  • Organization Name: Cedar Key Lions Foundation
  • Tax Status: Registered 501(c)(3) Nonprofit
  • Email Address: cedarkeylionsclub@gmail.com