Effective Date: May 19, 2025
Organization: Flat Rock Dam Coalition, Inc.
Website: https://www.savetheflatrockdam.org
1. Introduction
Flat Rock Dam Coalition, Inc. (“we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you interact with our website, make donations, subscribe to communications, or participate in our programs.
This Policy applies to all visitors, supporters, volunteers, and donors using our website or affiliated services in the United States, with specific attention to compliance with Michigan state privacy laws.
2. Information We Collect
We collect personal and non-personal information through various channels:
a. Information You Provide Voluntarily
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Mailing address
- Donation amounts and frequency
- Communication preferences
- Messages or stories submitted to us
- Volunteer or petition sign-up details
b. Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our Site, we may collect:
- IP address
- Browser type
- Device identifiers
- Referring URLs
- Pages visited and time on site
- Cookies and other tracking technologies (see Section 5)
3. How We Use Your Information
Your information may be used to:
- Respond to inquiries or requests
- Process donations and send tax receipts
- Deliver newsletters, updates, or alerts
- Manage volunteer coordination
- Promote events and initiatives
- Comply with legal obligations
- Improve website usability and outreach efforts
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for commercial purposes.
4. How We Share Information
We may share your information with:
- Trusted third-party service providers (e.g., payment processors, email platforms) solely for operational purposes
- Regulatory or legal authorities, if required by law, subpoena, or government investigation
- Partner organizations, only when jointly operating a public event or campaign and with your consent
5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking tools (e.g., Google Analytics) to enhance your browsing experience and analyze site traffic.
You can:
- Adjust your browser settings to refuse or delete cookies
- Use browser plugins or private mode to limit tracking
Refusing cookies may impact some functionality of our website.
6. Email, Phone, and SMS Communications
By submitting your contact information, you consent to receive:
- Advocacy alerts
- Volunteer opportunities
- Event announcements
- Fundraising appeals
You may opt out at any time by:
- Clicking “Unsubscribe” in any email
- Replying “STOP” to SMS (if applicable)
- Emailing [email protected]
We will process opt-out requests within 10 business days.
7. Data Retention and Security
We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Policy, or as required by law (e.g., IRS donation records for 7 years).
We implement security measures to protect your data:
- SSL encryption on data transmission
- Password-protected systems
- Limited access to sensitive data
- Secure donation/payment gateways (e.g., PayPal)
However, no internet transmission or electronic storage is completely secure. You use our Site and services at your own risk.
8. Children’s Privacy
Our website and services are not directed to or intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect or solicit personal information from anyone under 13.
If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected such data, we will delete it promptly.
9. Your Rights (Michigan and U.S. Residents)
You have the right to:
- Access your personal information
- Request corrections or updates
- Withdraw consent or opt out of communications
- Request deletion of your data (where legally allowed)
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at:
📧 [email protected]
10. Third-Party Links
Our website may include links to other websites not operated or controlled by us. We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or privacy practices of these third parties. Please review their privacy policies before engaging with their content.
11. Policy Updates
We may revise this Privacy Policy at any time. The “Effective Date” will be updated accordingly. Continued use of our Site after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.
We recommend checking this page regularly for the most up-to-date information.
12. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or our data handling practices, please contact:
Flat Rock Dam Coalition, Inc.
28921 W HURON RIVER DR
FLAT ROCK, MI 48134