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Privacy Policy

Effective Date: December 2025
Applies To: LASMOFoundation.org and related Foundation programs and communications

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1. Introduction

The LASMO Foundation (“the Foundation,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting the privacy of our donors, supporters, volunteers, program participants, and website visitors. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, store, and protect personal information obtained through LASMOFoundation.org (the “Site”) and through Foundation-related activities.

By using the Site or providing information to the Foundation, you acknowledge that you have read and understand this Privacy Policy.

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2. Organizational Status

The LASMO Foundation is a nonprofit charitable organization organized under the laws of the State of Rhode Island and recognized by the Internal Revenue Service as a tax-exempt organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.

This Privacy Policy is intended to align with applicable federal and Rhode Island privacy, charitable reporting, and donor acknowledgment regulations.

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3. Information We Collect

The information we collect depends on how you interact with the Foundation, and may include:

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Information you voluntarily provide

This may include:

  • Name and contact information (email, phone, mailing address)

  • Donation and transaction details

  • Event registrations or participation details

  • Volunteer and inquiry submissions

  • Messages, testimonials, or communications sent to the Foundation

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Donor & transaction information

When donations are made online or by other means, we may collect:

  • Donation amount and transaction details

  • Payment method type (e.g., credit card, bank transfer)

  • Donation preferences or designations

Credit card or financial account numbers are processed securely through third-party payment processors and are not stored by the Foundation.

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Automatically collected website data

When you visit the Site, standard web analytics data may be collected, such as:

  • IP address or device identifier

  • Browser type or operating system

  • Pages viewed and Site interactions

This information is used for security, performance, and operational purposes.

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under age 13.

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4. How We Use Personal Information

We use personal information for mission-related and administrative purposes, including:

  • Processing and acknowledging donations

  • Providing tax acknowledgment receipts as required by law

  • Responding to inquiries or supporter communications

  • Managing events, programs, or volunteer activities

  • Maintaining donor stewardship and engagement

  • Improving Site performance, security, and functionality

  • Complying with applicable legal or reporting obligations

We do not sell, rent, or trade personal information.

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5. Donor Privacy Commitment

The Foundation values the trust of its donors and supporters.

We do not:

  • Sell donor information

  • Share donor information with third parties for marketing purposes

  • Publish donor personal information without consent (except where legally required)

Public recognition (e.g., donor listings) will only occur when:

  • It is consistent with donor preference, and

  • The donor has not requested anonymity

Donors may request anonymity at any time.

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6. When We Share Information

Personal information may be shared only when necessary and appropriate, including:

  • With trusted service providers assisting with donations, email communications, or technology operations

  • When required by law, regulation, or court order

  • To comply with federal or state charitable reporting requirements

Service providers are required to use data only for Foundation-related purposes and to safeguard confidentiality.

We do not authorize third parties to use Foundation data for unrelated marketing.

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7. Payment Processing & Security

Online donations are processed through secure third-party payment platforms that comply with applicable security and encryption standards.

The Foundation does not store full credit card numbers or banking credentials.

We take reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational measures to protect personal information against unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse.

However, no online platform or data transmission can be guaranteed to be fully secure.

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8. Email, Communications, and Preferences

We may use contact information to:

  • Send donation acknowledgments or receipts

  • Provide organizational updates or newsletters

  • Share program, event, or impact communications

You may opt out of non-transactional email communications at any time by:

  • Using the unsubscribe link where provided, or

  • Contacting the Foundation directly

Opting out of communications will not affect legally required donation acknowledgments.

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9. Cookies and Website Analytics

The Site may use cookies or analytics tools to:

  • Improve user experience

  • Monitor Site performance

  • Support security monitoring

Cookies may be disabled through browser settings. Doing so may affect certain Site features.

We do not use cookies for targeted advertising or behavioral profiling.

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10. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as reasonably necessary for:

  • Mission-related operations

  • Legal, accounting, or reporting obligations

  • Donor recordkeeping requirements

Records may be retained longer where legally required.

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11. Access, Updates, and Rights

Individuals may request to:

  • Review or update their personal information

  • Correct inaccurate information

  • Request removal from communications or donor recognition lists

Requests may be submitted using the contact information below. Certain records may be retained where legally required.

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12. External Links and Third-Party Platforms

The Site may contain links to third-party platforms such as:

  • Payment processors

  • Event platforms

  • Partner organizations

These platforms operate independently and have their own privacy policies.

The Foundation is not responsible for the content, security, or data practices of external sites.

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13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect operational, regulatory, or organizational changes.

Revisions will be posted to the Site with an updated Effective Date. Continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

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14. Contact Information

For questions about this Privacy Policy, donor privacy preferences, or personal information requests, please contact:

The LASMO Foundation
Email: theLASMOFoundation@gmail.com

If applicable:
EIN: 33-3298135

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