Privacy Policy

Effective Date:

The Yaupon Project (“we,” “us,” or “our”) values your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you visit www.theyauponproject.org (the “Website”).

By accessing or using the Website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the Website.

1. Acceptance of Terms

This Privacy Policy applies to all visitors, donors, partners, and others who access or use the Website. Your use of the Website constitutes acceptance of this Policy.

2. Information We Collect

We collect information that you voluntarily provide and information that is automatically collected when you use the Website.

Information You Provide Voluntarily

  • Name and email address

  • Information submitted through contact forms or newsletter sign-ups

  • Donation-related confirmation details as provided by our payment processors

Information Collected Automatically

  • IP address and general device information

  • Browser type and operating system

  • Pages visited and time spent on the Website

  • Referring websites

  • Interaction data with site content

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Respond to inquiries and partnership requests

  • Process donations through third-party platforms

  • Send updates, newsletters, or impact communications (with your consent)

  • Understand website usage and improve content and functionality

  • Maintain website security and performance

  • Comply with basic operational and record-keeping requirements

Certain services may not function properly without required information (for example, donation processing or email updates).

4. Third-Party Services

We use trusted third-party services to support our operations, including:

Analytics

Website analytics tools (such as Google Analytics or Squarespace Analytics) to understand how visitors use the Website.

Donation Processing

Third-party payment platforms (such as Zeffy, Stripe, or PayPal Giving) to securely process donations.

These providers may collect information directly from you under their own privacy policies. We encourage you to review those policies, as we do not control their data practices.

5. Cookies

Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help improve site functionality and analytics. You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect certain site features.

6. Children’s Privacy

The Website is intended for a general audience. While The Yaupon Project works with children through schools, camps, and supervised educational programs, we do not knowingly collect personal information directly from children under the age of 13.

All student participation occurs through adult-supervised programs and partner organizations. If we become aware that personal information has been submitted directly by a child under 13, we will delete it promptly.

7. Data Protection & Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your information, including:

  • Secure (SSL) data transmission

  • Limiting access to personal information

  • Periodic reviews of data handling practices

However, no online system can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

8. Sale or Sharing of Information

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

9. Information Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to:

  • Fulfill operational needs

  • Maintain basic records

  • Respond to inquiries or communications

You may request deletion of your information at any time.

10. Your Rights

You may:

  • Request access to the personal information we hold about you

  • Request correction or deletion of your information

  • Withdraw consent for email communications

  • Opt out of communications at any time using the unsubscribe link in emails or by contacting us directly

11. Third-Party Links

The Website may include links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for their content or privacy practices.

12. Do Not Track

Our Website does not currently respond to “Do Not Track” browser signals.

13. Data Processing Location

All data processing occurs in the United States.

14. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

15. Contact Information

For questions about this Privacy Policy or to exercise your rights, contact:

The Yaupon Project

Attn: Gerrit Jones-Rooy

Email: gerrit@yauponproject.org 

United States