Reading Roots DC (“we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, participate in our programs, or make donations.

1. Information We Collect

Personal Information: When you sign up for programs, volunteer, or donate, we collect personal data such as your name, email address, phone number, mailing address, and payment information.

Usage Data: We may automatically collect information about how you interact with our website through cookies, IP addresses, and browser type.

Third-Party Data: If you make donations or payments, third-party payment processors may collect and handle your payment information.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

Provide and manage our programs and services

Process donations and issue receipts

Communicate important updates, newsletters, and opportunities

Improve our website and user experience

Comply with legal obligations

3. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share data with:

Trusted service providers who assist with operations (e.g., payment processors, email services)

Legal authorities if required by law or to protect our rights

Other parties only with your consent

4. Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational safeguards to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

5. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights to:

Access, correct, or delete your personal data

Restrict or object to certain processing

Withdraw consent at any time

Lodge complaints with regulatory authorities

6. Data Retention

We retain your information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described and comply with legal requirements.

7. Cookies and Tracking

Our website uses cookies to improve functionality and analyze traffic. You can control cookie settings through your browser.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

9. Contact Us

For questions or concerns about your data privacy, please contact us at:
Email: ReadingRootsDC@outlook.com