Privacy Policy

Milagros Medallon Foundation

Effective Date: March 19, 2026

Introduction

The Milagros Medallon Foundation ("Foundation," "we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring you have a positive experience on our website and through our communications. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you interact with our website, mobile applications, and text messaging programs.

1. Information We Collect

Mobile Phone Numbers and Opt-In Data

When you opt in to receive text messages from the Milagros Medallon Foundation Alerts program, we collect:

  • Your mobile phone number
  • Your opt-in consent information and timestamp
  • Your carrier information (if available)
  • Your communication preferences

Website Information

When you visit our website, we may collect:

  • Your IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Pages visited and time spent on each page
  • Referring website information
  • Device type and operating system

Voluntarily Provided Information

You may choose to provide additional information such as:

  • Your name and email address (if you contact us or sign up for additional communications)
  • Donation information (if you make a charitable contribution)
  • Event registration details (if you register for a foundation event)

2. Purpose of Use

Primary Use of Phone Numbers

Phone numbers are used exclusively to provide information about our charitable and community events. Specifically, we use your phone number to:

  • Send you updates about upcoming foundation events and initiatives
  • Provide information about community programs and charitable opportunities
  • Share important foundation announcements and news
  • Deliver messages related to your opt-in preferences

Secondary Uses

We may also use collected information to:

  • Improve our website and services
  • Understand how visitors use our website
  • Respond to your inquiries and requests
  • Comply with legal obligations and regulations
  • Prevent fraud and enhance security

3. Data Sharing and Disclosure

Strict Sharing Clause

Mobile information will not be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes. All other categories exclude text messaging originator data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties.

We do not sell, rent, lease, or share your mobile phone number or text message opt-in data with any third parties, affiliates, or external organizations for any reason. Your phone number is used exclusively by the Milagros Medallon Foundation for the purposes stated in this Privacy Policy.

Limited Exceptions

We may disclose your information only in the following circumstances:

  • Legal Requirement: When required by law, court order, or government request
  • Law Enforcement: To cooperate with law enforcement investigations or prevent illegal activity
  • Service Providers: To trusted vendors who assist us in operating our website and services (subject to strict confidentiality agreements)
  • Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets (with notice to you)

4. Data Security

We use industry-standard encryption and security measures to protect donor and community member data. Our security practices include:

  • Secure Socket Layer (SSL) encryption for all data transmitted over the internet
  • Restricted access to personal information on a need-to-know basis
  • Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
  • Secure storage of data in protected databases
  • Employee training on data protection and privacy practices

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Your Rights and Choices

Opt-Out

You have the right to opt out of receiving text messages at any time by texting STOP to the short code. After texting STOP, you will receive one final confirmation message, and no further messages will be sent unless you opt back in.

Access and Correction

You may request access to, or correction of, your personal information by contacting us at [email protected].

California Privacy Rights

If you are a California resident, you have the right to request information about the categories of personal information we share with third parties for their direct marketing purposes. To make such a request, please contact us using the information provided below.

6. Children's Privacy

Our website and services are not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information promptly.

7. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. This Privacy Policy applies only to our website and services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites before providing your information.

8. Data Retention

We retain your mobile phone number and opt-in data for as long as you remain subscribed to the Milagros Medallon Foundation Alerts program. Upon your request to opt out (by texting STOP), we will retain your information for a reasonable period to ensure compliance with legal obligations and to prevent re-enrollment without consent. After this period, we will securely delete your information.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify you of material changes by posting the updated policy on our website and updating the "Effective Date" at the top of this document. Your continued use of our website and services following the posting of revised terms means that you accept and agree to the changes.

10. Contact Information

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, our privacy practices, or wish to exercise your rights regarding your personal information, please contact us at:

Email: [email protected]

Mailing Address:
Milagros Medallon Foundation
99-622 Pohue Street
Aiea, Hawaii 96701

Phone: (808) 202-4256

Last Updated: March 19, 2026

Compliance Note: This Privacy Policy is designed to comply with CTIA (Cellular Telecommunications Industry Association) guidelines, TCPA (Telephone Consumer Protection Act) requirements, and applicable state and federal privacy laws.