Hope For The Warriors Donor Privacy Policy

(Updated 2025)

Purpose

Hope For The Warriors® is committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of our donors’ personal information. This policy outlines how we collect, use, protect, and disclose donor information to ensure transparency and trust.

Scope

This policy applies to all donor information received both online and offline, through any platform, including but not limited to:

• Websites

• Mobile applications

• Third-party fundraising platforms

• Email

• Phone

• Mail

• In-person interactions

Information We Collect

We collect the following types of donor information:

• Personal Contact Information: Name, mailing address, phone number, email address, and date of birth

• Donation Information: Amount donated, payment method, gift designation, and donation history

• Demographic and Engagement Data: Interests, event participation, and communication preferences

How We Use Donor Information

Donor information is used to:

• Process donations and issue tax receipts

• Acknowledge and recognize donor contributions

• Communicate about HOPE’s programs, events, and impact

• Comply with legal and regulatory requirements

Data Protection and Security

Hope For The Warriors® implements robust security measures to protect donor information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction:

• Encryption: All sensitive information (e.g., payment data) is encrypted during transmission

• Secure Platforms: Data is stored on secure servers with access limited to authorized personnel

• Regular Audits: Periodic reviews of security practices to ensure compliance with best practices

Sharing of Donor Information

• We Do Not Sell or Rent Donor Data: Donor information will never be sold, rented, or exchanged with third parties for marketing purposes

• Third-Party Vendors: We may share information with trusted vendors for payment processing, data analysis, or donor communications, under strict confidentiality agreements

• Legal Compliance: We may disclose donor information if required by law or to protect HOPE’s legal rights

Donor Rights and Choices

• Opt-Out: Donors may opt out of receiving communications at any time by contacting us at givehope@hopeforthewarriors.org

• Anonymity: Donors may request to remain anonymous in all public acknowledgments

• Access and Correction: Donors have the right to request access to their personal information

Policy Updates

• This policy is reviewed regularly and may be updated to reflect changes in legal requirements or organizational practices

• The most current version will be posted on our website

Contact Us

For questions about this policy or to manage your donor information, please contact:

Hope For The Warriors®
8003 Forbes Pl. Suite 320
Springfield, VA 22151

• Email: givehope@hopeforthewarriors.org

• Phone: 1.877.246.7349