Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Help America Fund ("Help America Fund," "the Fund," "we," "us," or "our") respects the privacy of visitors to our website. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices available to you. By using this website, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

2. Information We Collect

We collect information in the following ways:

Information you provide directly

When you contact us, submit a form, request information about our programs, or make a contribution, you may provide information such as your name, email address, mailing address, telephone number, organization, professional background, and the state in which you are interested in participating.

Contribution information

Contributions made through this website are processed by a third-party payment processor. Payment card details are collected and handled directly by that processor and are subject to the processor's own privacy and security practices. We receive transaction information such as the amount, date, and contributor contact details, but we do not collect or store full payment card numbers on our systems.

Information collected automatically

Like most websites, we and our service providers may automatically collect limited technical information when you visit, such as your IP address, browser type, device information, pages viewed, and the dates and times of visits. This information is used to operate and improve the website and to protect against fraud and abuse.

3. How We Use Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Operate, maintain, and improve the website and our programs;
• Respond to inquiries and provide information you request;
• Process and acknowledge contributions;
• Communicate with supporters and program participants;
• Comply with applicable legal and regulatory obligations, including any applicable campaign finance, tax, and disclosure requirements; and
• Protect the security and integrity of the website and our organization.

4. Disclosure of Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share information in the following circumstances:

• Service providers. With vendors who perform services on our behalf, such as payment processing, email delivery, hosting, and analytics, subject to appropriate confidentiality obligations.
• Legal and regulatory compliance. Where required by law, regulation, legal process, court order, subpoena, or governmental request, including any disclosure or reporting obligations applicable to organizations of our type.
• Protection of rights. Where we believe disclosure is necessary to protect the safety, rights, or property of Help America Fund, our participants, or others.
• Organizational changes. In connection with a merger, reorganization, or similar event.

Contributor Information

As a 501(c)(4) social welfare organization, Help America Fund is not generally required to publicly disclose the identities of its contributors. However, contributor information may be subject to disclosure in certain circumstances, including in response to a court order, subpoena, or other compulsory legal process, or as may be required by applicable federal, state, or local law or regulation. By making a contribution, you acknowledge that the Fund cannot guarantee absolute confidentiality of contributor information and that disclosure may be required by law.

5. Your Choices

You may opt out of non-essential communications from us at any time by following the unsubscribe instructions in our emails or by contacting us directly. You may request that we update or correct information you have provided. Some information may be retained as required for legal, regulatory, or recordkeeping purposes.

6. Data Security

We take reasonable measures designed to protect the information we collect. However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Third-Party Links

This website may contain links to third-party websites, including our payment processor. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites, and we encourage you to review their policies.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Your continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

9. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, contact us at info@helpamericafund.org.