Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy for Roots of Mercy International

Effective Date: January 1, 2025

At rootsofmercy.org, we value and respect your privacy. This privacy policy outlines the types of personal information we collect, how it is used, and the measures we take to ensure that your personal data is protected.

By using our website,rootsofmercy.org (the “Site”), you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with the practices described, please do not use our Site.

We collect two types of information: personal information you provide voluntarily and non-personal information we collect automatically.

Personal Information:
We may collect personal information from you when you engage in activities on our Site, such as when you:

• Make a donation
• Sign up for newsletters or updates
• Register for events or activities
• Fill out contact forms or surveys

The personal information we may collect includes:

• Name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Mailing address
• Payment information (for donations)
• Other information you provide voluntarily

Non-Personal Information:
We may collect non-personal information automatically through the use of cookies and similar technologies. This includes:

• Your IP address
• Browser type and version
• Operating system
• Pages you visit on our Site
• The time and date of your visit
• Referring URLs

This information helps us improve our Site and understand how visitors interact with it.

We use the information we collect to:

• Process donations and transactions
• Provide you with the services, updates, and information you request
• Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
• Improve our Site and services
• Send marketing materials and updates (only if you have opted in)
• Comply with legal obligations and protect our rights

If you have consented, we may also send you periodic communications about our programs, events, and fundraising efforts.

We take the security of your personal information seriously. We implement a variety of technical, administrative, and physical safeguards to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

However, please be aware that no data transmission over the internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee the security of information transmitted to or from our Site.

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

• With service providers who assist us in operating our Site and conducting our activities (e.g., payment processors, email service providers)
• As required by law or to protect our rights or the rights of others
• With your consent, such as if you opt in to share your information with a third-party partner

Our Site may use cookies to enhance your experience. Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help us improve our website's functionality and performance. You can set your browser to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent, but please note that some parts of the Site may not function properly without them.

You have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you
• Correct or update your personal information
• Request that we delete your personal information (subject to certain legal limitations)
• Opt out of receiving marketing communications from us at any time

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

Our Site may contain links to other websites that are not operated by us. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third-party sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.

Our Site is not intended for children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect or solicit personal information from children. If we learn that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete that information.

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make changes, we will post the updated policy on this page and update the “Effective Date” at the top. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any updates.

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or would like to exercise your rights regarding your personal information, please contact us at:

Roots of Mercy International LLC
13871 Forum Meadows Drive

Carmel, IN 46033
info@rootsofmercy.org