Privacy Policy

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Effective Date: 01/01/2025

Rescue 101 Search and Rescue, Inc. (“Rescue 101 SAR,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) values 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 https://rescue101sar.org

 or engage with us through our online forms, email communications, or social media channels.

By using our website, you consent to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

A. Information You Provide Voluntarily

• Personal Information: When you fill out a contact form, sign up to volunteer, make a donation, or subscribe to our newsletter, we may collect your name, email address, phone number, mailing address, and other relevant details.

• Payment Information: If you make a donation or purchase merchandise, your payment details are processed securely by our third-party payment processor (e.g., Zeffy, PayPal, or Stripe). Rescue 101 SAR does not store or have access to your full credit card information.

• Application and Registration Data: If you apply to become a volunteer or complete a course registration, we may collect information related to your qualifications, certifications, or background to process your application.

B. Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

• Your IP address and general geographic location

• Browser type, device type, and operating system

• Date, time, and pages visited

• Referring websites or search terms used to reach our site

• This data is used for analytics and to improve website performance.

C. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to:

• Analyze traffic and usage patterns

• Remember user preferences

• Improve functionality and user experience

You can choose to disable cookies in your browser settings, but some features of our website may not function properly.

2. How We Use Your Information

Rescue 101 SAR uses the information we collect for purposes including:

• Responding to inquiries and requests for assistance

• Processing donations, sponsorships, and volunteer applications

• Sending newsletters, event updates, and mission briefings

• Improving website functionality and user experience

• Maintaining internal records and compliance with laws and regulations

• Sharing stories, updates, or recognition (only with your consent)

• We will never sell or rent your personal information to anyone.

3. How We Share Information

We may share information only when necessary:

• Service Providers: With trusted vendors that help us operate our website, process donations, or send communications.

• Legal Requirements: When required by law or in response to lawful requests by public authorities.

• Partners: With affiliated organizations or agencies when coordinating joint missions or events—but only with your consent or when required for safety or operational reasons.

• All third parties are obligated to maintain the confidentiality and security of your information.

4. Data Security

We implement administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect your information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. While we take reasonable measures to secure your data, no transmission over the internet can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

5. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

• Request access to or correction of your personal data

• Request deletion of your data (“right to be forgotten”)

• Opt out of receiving communications from us at any time

• Restrict or object to the processing of your information

• To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@rescue101sar.org

You may also unsubscribe from our newsletters by clicking “unsubscribe” at the bottom of any email.

6. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, comply with legal obligations, or maintain historical records for legitimate nonprofit purposes.

7. Children’s Privacy

Our website and services are not directed toward children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors without parental consent. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can remove it.

8. Links to Other Websites

Our website may contain links to other nonprofit, government, or partner websites. Rescue 101 SAR is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those external sites.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices. Any updates will be posted on this page with an updated “Effective Date.” Continued use of the website after such changes constitutes acceptance of the new policy.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact:

Rescue 101 Search and Rescue, Inc.

Attn: Privacy Officer

P.O. Box 141

Greenfield, Ohio 45123

Email: privacy@rescue101sar.org