Privacy Policy
Effective Date: August 1, 2025
McFadden Finch Foundation (MFF) for Community Enrichment
Oakland, California
At the McFadden Finch Foundation, we believe trust is earned, and privacy is part of that trust. This policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information across all of our websites, communications, and services.
This Privacy Policy applies to all online and offline activities conducted by McFadden Finch Foundation (referred to as “MFF,” “we,” “us,” or “our”), and governs explicitly how we handle personal information collected through our website and digital platforms
based in Oakland and the San Francisco Bay Area.
1. Information We Collect
We collect information in the following ways:
Information You Provide
- Contact information (e.g., name, email, phone, organization)
- Donation or payment details (processed securely via third-party vendors)
- Grant application or partnership inquiry data
- Event registration and survey responses
- Communications and messages sent directly to MFF
Information Collected Automatically
- IP address and browser information
- Pages visited and actions taken on our site
- Device and usage data via cookies, analytics, or other tracking technologies
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Communicate with you about programs, events, and funding opportunities
- Process donations and issue tax receipts
- Evaluate and respond to grant applications and partnership inquiries
- Improve our website and digital tools
- Understand how users interact with our work
- Comply with legal obligations and internal policies
We do not sell, rent, or share your personal data with unaffiliated third parties for
marketing purposes.
3. How We Share Information
We may share limited personal information with:
- Trusted service providers who support our operations (e.g., website hosts, donation platforms)
- Regulatory bodies when required by law
- Partners only when explicitly permitted by you
All third-party vendors must comply with our data protection requirements.
4. Cookies and Tracking
Our website uses cookies and other tracking technologies to:
- Remember your preferences
- Analyze traffic and usage trends
- Improve functionality and accessibility
You can manage cookie settings through your browser preferences at any time.
5. Data Security
We take reasonable technical and organizational precautions to protect your personal data, including:
- Encrypted connections (HTTPS)
- Secure payment processing through PCI-compliant vendors
- Limited staff access to sensitive data
- Regular audits of systems and privacy practices
Despite these efforts, no digital system is 100% secure. If we ever experience a data breach, we will notify you in accordance with applicable California and federal laws.
6. Your Rights and Choices
Under California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and other applicable laws, you have the
right to:
- Access the personal information we hold about you
- Request correction or deletion of your data
- Opt out of communications at any time
- Know what categories of data are collected and why
- File a complaint if you believe your rights have been violated
To make a request, contact us at info@mcfaddenfinchfoundation.org or call (510) 738-0447.
7. Donor Privacy
MFF is committed to respecting the privacy of our donors. We do not sell, trade, or share donor information. All donations are processed securely, and donors may choose to remain anonymous.
8. Children’s Privacy
Our website and services are not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect or store data from children. If we learn that we have received information from a child without proper consent, we will delete it.
9. External Links
Our website may contain links to external sites not operated by MFF. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of those third parties.
10. Updates to This Policy
We may update this policy to reflect changes in our practices or new legal requirements. The “Effective Date” at the top of this page will be revised accordingly. We encourage you to review this policy regularly.
Contact Us
McFadden Finch Foundation for Community Enrichment
Lake Merritt Plaza
1999 Harrison Street, Suite 1872-73
Oakland, CA 94612