Privacy Policy

Effective Date: September 5th, 2024
Last Updated: November 7th, 2024

RSF Foundation Inc (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy of the individuals we serve and those who support our mission. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect personal information associated with our community health initiatives, including but not limited to food rescue, health & wellness activities, assistance for survivors of domestic violence, mental health & substance abuse services, senior community initiatives, and other community outreach programs.

1. Information We Collect

We collect various types of personal information to provide our services and run our programs effectively, including:

Personal Identification Information: Name, age, gender, contact information (such as email address, mailing address, and phone number).
Demographic Information: Information related to your community, family background, or other non-identifying demographic data.
Health and Wellness Information: Details relevant to the services we provide, including but not limited to physical fitness, mental health, or wellness information you may share with our mental health professionals or personal trainers.
Service Usage Information: Information on the services you access or request within our programs, including records of support, referrals, and resources offered.
Communication Records: Emails, phone calls, and other interactions with our team regarding your participation or interest in our programs.
Financial Information: For those making donations or receiving assistance, we may collect relevant financial information, such as payment details, for transactional purposes.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to provide, maintain, and improve our services and programs, including:

Offering personalized support and resources based on your specific health, wellness, and community needs.
Facilitating effective communication about your services, program updates, event invitations, and opportunities for involvement.
Analyzing program impact, service usage, and community needs to improve our outreach efforts and program effectiveness.
Complying with applicable laws, regulations, and legal obligations, especially when working with survivors of domestic violence and sensitive mental health cases.
Engaging in fundraising and donor relations to support our programs (with your consent).

3. Sharing and Disclosure of Your Information

We understand the importance of confidentiality, particularly regarding mental health, substance abuse, and sensitive community health data. We may share your information only under the following conditions:

With Your Consent: We may share your information with third parties when you have provided explicit consent, such as coordinating with external health providers or resources.
Service Providers: We may share limited information with third-party service providers who assist us in providing services, conducting assessments, or performing analytics. These providers are required to protect your information and use it solely for our specified purposes.
Legal Compliance and Safety: We may disclose information if required by law, to comply with legal processes, or to protect the safety, rights, or property of individuals, including in emergencies or incidents of suspected abuse.

4. Security Measures

We take reasonable measures to protect the security and integrity of your personal information, including implementing physical, technical, and administrative safeguards. We restrict access to your information to authorized personnel who need it to provide services and maintain confidentiality.

5. Retention of Your Information

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected and as required by applicable laws. When information is no longer needed, we dispose of it securely.

6. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights to access, correct, delete, or restrict the use of your personal information. If you wish to exercise these rights or have questions regarding your personal information, please contact us using the information provided below.

7. Children’s Privacy

Our programs are intended for adult participants and community members, but we may occasionally interact with minors in specific community outreach activities, such as family wellness events. We require parental consent when collecting any information from minors and do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without such consent.

8. Third-Party Links

Our website or materials may include links to third-party websites or services that we do not control. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties and recommend you review their privacy policies.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal obligations. Any changes will be posted on our website, and we encourage you to review our policy periodically.

10. Contact Us

For questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact us:

Anthony Harris
RSF Foundation Inc - Durham, NC
+1 (919) 521-1635
rsffoundation@gmail.com

Acknowledgment

By engaging with our foundation, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree to our practices in handling your personal information as described above.