Privacy Policy for The Vinguard

Effective Date: 3/6/2025

At The Vinguard, we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you visit our website www.thevinguard.com (the "Site") or interact with our services.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

  • Personal Information: When you donate, sign up for our newsletter, register for events, or contact us, you may provide us with personal details such as your name, email address, phone number, and payment information.

  • Non-personal Information: We may collect non-identifiable information such as IP addresses, browser type, and other technical details that help us improve our website and services.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

  • To process donations and manage fundraising efforts

  • To send newsletters, updates, and event information (you can opt-out at any time)

  • To respond to your inquiries or support requests

  • To improve the user experience on our website and ensure it is running smoothly

  • To comply with legal and regulatory requirements

3. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical security measures to protect the personal information we collect from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. However, no method of data transmission over the internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our Site may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience. These technologies help us analyze trends, administer the site, track user movements around the site, and gather demographic information. You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies, but this may affect your ability to use certain features of the Site.

5. Third-Party Services

We may share your information with third-party service providers who assist us with processing donations, managing communications, and hosting our website. These third parties are contractually obligated to keep your information confidential and use it only for the services they provide to us.

6. Your Choices

You have the right to:

  • Opt-out of receiving marketing communications from us by clicking "unsubscribe" in the email or contacting us directly at [email address].

  • Update, or delete your personal information by contacting us at info@thevinguard.com.

  • Limit the personal information you share when engaging with our services.

7. Sharing Your Information

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

  • To comply with legal obligations (e.g., responding to a subpoena or court order)

  • To protect our rights, property, and safety, and that of our users

  • In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or a portion of our assets

8. Children’s Privacy

Our website and services are not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that a child under the age of 13 has provided personal information, we will take steps to delete such information.

9. Your Consent

By using our website, you consent to our collection and use of your personal information as described in this Privacy Policy.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Effective Date." We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information, please contact us at:

The Vinguard
info@thevinguard.com

EIN: 85-0755779