Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

West Coast Coalition ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or use our services.

2. Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

• Request services through our contact forms
• Subscribe to our newsletter
• Make a donation
• Contact us via email or phone
• Register for events or programs

This information may include: name, email address, phone number, mailing address, organization name, and payment information (processed securely through third-party payment processors).

Automatic Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information, including:

• IP address and browser type
• Device information and operating system
• Pages visited and time spent on pages
• Referring website addresses
• Click and navigation patterns

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Respond to service requests and inquiries
• Process donations and provide tax receipts
• Send newsletters and program updates (with your consent)
• Improve our website and services
• Comply with legal obligations
• Prevent fraud and ensure website security
• Analyze website usage and trends

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website. Cookies are small data files stored on your device. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings. For more information, please see our Cookies Policy.

5. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: With trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website, processing payments, or conducting our business (e.g., payment processors, email service providers)
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, subpoena, or other legal process
• Protection of Rights: To protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our users or others
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
• With Your Consent: When you have given us permission to share your information

6. Donor Privacy

We respect the privacy of our donors. Donor information is kept confidential and will not be shared with third parties except as necessary to process donations or as required by law. Donors may choose to remain anonymous. We maintain accurate donor records and provide receipts for tax purposes.

7. Newsletter and Communications

If you subscribe to our newsletter, we will send you periodic updates about our programs, impact, and events. You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the "unsubscribe" link in any email or by contacting us directly.

8. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no internet transmission or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

9. Third-Party Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party websites (such as payment processors or mapping services). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these websites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

10. Children's Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn that we have collected such information, we will delete it promptly.

11. Your Privacy Rights

You have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you
• Request correction of inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your information (subject to legal obligations)
• Opt out of marketing communications
• Withdraw consent where we rely on consent to process your information

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

12. California Privacy Rights

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to know what personal information we collect, use, and share, and the right to request deletion of your information.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of our website after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

14. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us: