At The Vedam Foundation, we are deeply committed to protecting the privacy of our website visitors, donors, volunteers, and partners. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information in alignment with our values of transparency, trust, and respect for individual rights.
1. Who We Are
The Vedam Foundation is a non-profit organization focused on providing quality education and promoting sustainable environmental practices in underserved communities. As part of our mission, we collect certain personal information through our website to facilitate communication, engagement, and support for our initiatives.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information when you interact with our website:
Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, postal address, and other contact details submitted via forms (e.g., volunteering, donations, event sign-ups).
Donation Information: Billing details, donation amount, and transaction records (note: payment processing is securely handled by trusted third-party providers).
Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information, and usage data collected through cookies or analytics tools.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information to:
Respond to inquiries, volunteer applications, or partnership proposals
Process donations and provide receipts or acknowledgments
Share updates about our work, campaigns, events, and impact stories (only if you opt in)
Improve website functionality, content, and user experience
Ensure the safety, integrity, and security of our digital platform
4. Information Sharing and Disclosure
The Vedam Foundation does not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your data only with:
Service providers (such as payment processors or email services) under strict confidentiality agreements
Legal authorities if required by law or in response to valid legal processes
5. Your Rights & Choices
You have the right to:
Access, update, or correct your personal data
Request deletion of your information from our records
Opt out of receiving communications from us at any time
6. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. While we strive to use industry-standard protections, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.
7. Cookies
Our website may use cookies to enhance user experience and gather analytics data. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings.
8. Children’s Privacy
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13 without parental or guardian consent. If you believe that we have unintentionally collected such information, please contact us to request its removal.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. Continued use of our website after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.
10.Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about our Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact: email: info@vedamfoundation.org