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Tunnel to the Sea ("we," "us," "our") values your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your data when you visit our website ("Website") or engage with our services.

Information We Collect

Personal Information:
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Mailing address
- Payment information (for donations)
Non-Personal Information:
- Browser type
- IP address
- Device information
- Website usage data (e.g., pages visited, time spent on the site)

How We Use Your Information

We use your information for the following purposes:

To process donations and provide receipts.
To respond to inquiries and provide customer support.
To send updates about our projects, fundraising efforts, and events.
To analyze website usage and improve user experience.
To comply with legal obligations and protect our rights.

Sharing Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your data with:

Service Providers: Third-party vendors who assist with website hosting, payment processing, and email communications.
Legal Authorities: When required by law or to protect our rights and safety.

Donor Privacy

We are committed to protecting the privacy of our donors. Donor information (e.g., names, donation amounts) is used only for:

Processing donations and issuing receipts.
Sending updates and acknowledgment letters.
Complying with legal and regulatory obligations. We do not sell, rent, or share donor information for any purpose.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our Website uses cookies to enhance user experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us:

Understand how visitors use our Website.
Remember your preferences for future visits.
Deliver targeted advertisements.

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.

Children's Privacy

Our Website is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected data from a child under 13, we will delete it promptly.

Compliance with the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have specific rights under the CCPA, including:

Right to Know: Request details about the categories and specific pieces of personal information we collect.
Right to Delete: Request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal exceptions.
Right to Opt-Out: Opt-out of the sale of personal information. (We do not sell personal information.)
Right to Non-Discrimination: Receive equal service and price even if you exercise your privacy rights.

To exercise your CCPA rights, please contact us using the details provided below.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.

Retention of Records

We retain personal information and donation records only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or comply with legal obligations.

Your Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

Access: Request a copy of the data we hold about you.
Correction: Request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete data.
Deletion: Request deletion of your data, subject to legal and contractual obligations.
Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time.

Third-Party Links

Our Website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing personal information.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised "Last Updated" date.

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

Tunnel to the Sea
Email: info@tunneltothesea.com
Phone: (951) 663-9710
Mailing Address: 44725 E. Florida Ave, Hemet, CA 92544

Last Updated: 1/1/2025