Black Family Weekend ("BFW," "we," "us," or "our") is a California 501(c)(3) nonprofit. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect information when you visit our website, register for events, donate, apply to sponsor, or otherwise engage with our programs.
1. Information We Collect
We collect information you provide directly, including:
- Contact details such as name, email address, phone number, and mailing address.
- Donation, sponsorship, and ticket purchase information (processed by third-party providers).
- Event registration details, dietary preferences, and accessibility requests.
- Messages or inquiries you send to us.
We also automatically collect limited technical information when you visit our site, such as browser type, device information, IP address, referring page, and pages viewed.
2. How We Use Your Information
- To process donations, ticket purchases, and sponsorship applications.
- To communicate about events, programs, scholarships, and community initiatives.
- To improve our website, programming, and outreach efforts.
- To comply with legal, tax, and reporting obligations as a 501(c)(3).
3. How We Share Information
We do not sell your personal information. We share limited information with trusted service providers (such as payment processors, email platforms, and analytics providers) who are bound to protect it, and when required by law.
4. Your Choices
You may opt out of marketing communications at any time using the unsubscribe link in our emails or by contacting us directly. You may also request access, correction, or deletion of your personal information subject to applicable law.
5. Data Security
We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information. No system is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
6. Children's Privacy
Our site is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without verifiable parental consent.
7. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The "Last updated" date above reflects the latest revision.
8. Contact Us
Questions about this Privacy Policy? Email us at info@bfwca.org or call 408-443-2391.