Effective Date: June 2025

1. Information We Collect

We may collect personal information from you when you:
- Visit our website
- Make a donation or sponsorship
- Apply to volunteer
- Subscribe to our newsletter or updates
- Contact us via email or online forms

The information collected may include:
- Full name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Mailing address
- Donation details (excluding full payment info)
- Volunteer background and skills
- Communication preferences

2. How We Use Your Information

Eland School uses your information to:
- Process donations and issue receipts
- Communicate updates, newsletters, or invitations
- Respond to enquiries or applications
- Assess volunteer suitability
- Maintain supporter and donor records
- Improve our programs, services, and website

We will not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes.

3. Data Storage and Protection

We take reasonable steps to ensure your information is securely stored, protected from misuse, loss, or unauthorised access. This includes password-protected databases and secure communication channels.

4. Third-Party Services

We may use trusted third-party services for donation processing, email newsletters, or website analytics. These providers have their own privacy policies, and we ensure they comply with data protection standards.

5. Your Rights

You have the right to:
- Access the personal information we hold about you
- Request correction of any inaccurate data
- Withdraw consent to receive communications
- Request the deletion of your information (unless retention is legally required)

To make such a request, contact us at info@elandschool.org.

6. Cookies and Website Tracking

Our website may use cookies to improve user experience and monitor site traffic. You can choose to disable cookies in your browser settings if preferred.

7. Changes to This Policy

Eland School reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy as needed. The most current version will always be posted on our website with the effective date.

8. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, please contact:

Eland School
Email: elandschool.nc@gmail.com