Privacy Statement
At J.O.Y. Baltimore, we are committed to respecting and protecting the privacy of visitors to our website. This Privacy Statement explains how J.O.Y. Baltimore (“we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, shares, stores, and safeguards the personal information you provide when visiting our website (the “Website”). It also outlines your rights and choices regarding the personal information we collect.
This Website is operated by or on behalf of J.O.Y. Baltimore, primarily serving visitors in the United States. Information collected through the Website, including personal information, may be transferred to our main offices or affiliates to fulfill legal and contractual obligations, provide services, and support mission-related activities. We may also collaborate with third-party service providers and business partners in the U.S. and other countries to advance our mission.
Personal information collected through this Website may be transferred, stored, and accessed from servers located in the United States or other countries. In every instance, we ensure the use, transfer, and disclosure of personal information is limited to the purposes outlined in this Privacy Statement.
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Statement, please contact us directly. Thank you for trusting J.O.Y. Baltimore with your personal information as we work together to support and uplift our community.
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Information Collection Not Covered by this Privacy Statement
This Privacy Statement does not apply to information provided directly to or collected by websites operated by organizations other than J.O.Y. Baltimore, including affiliated entities or partners.
Information Collection Outside the Scope of This Privacy Statement
This Privacy Statement applies solely to information collected through J.O.Y. Baltimore’s website and does not cover data shared directly with other organizations or websites not operated by J.O.Y. Baltimore.
Contacting Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Statement or J.O.Y. Baltimore’s privacy and data security practices, please contact us at webmaster@joybaltimore.org.
Definition of “Personal Information”
For the purposes of this Privacy Statement, “personal information” refers to any information about an individual that directly identifies them or could reasonably identify them when combined with other data. Once personal information is aggregated, de-identified, or anonymized to the extent that the individual can no longer be identified, it is considered “non-personal information.”
Categories of Personal Information that We Collect on the Website
Personal Information We Collect
J.O.Y. Baltimore may collect the following types of personal information through our Website:
- Contact Information: Including your name, mailing address, email address, phone number, business contact details, organization name, or affiliation.
- User Credentials: Such as user IDs and passwords (if applicable).
- Voluntary Submissions: Personal information you provide when contacting us, requesting follow-up, registering for events or promotions, making a donation, volunteering, or interacting with us in any way.
- Payment Details: Payment card information or other financial account details for transactions.
- Device Identifiers: Information about devices used to access our Website.
- Location Data: General location information of devices accessing the Website.
- Event and Contribution Information: Details necessary to process event registrations, purchases, donations, or volunteer applications.
- Other Information: Any additional information you choose to share with us.
This information is collected to ensure we can effectively provide services, manage events, process contributions, and support our mission to serve the community.
Information that You Provide to Us Voluntarily
If you choose to connect with J.O.Y. Baltimore through an online form, email, event registration, purchasing goods or services, making a contribution, or any other form of contact, we will collect the information you provide, including personal details. This information may be combined with other data we collect about you, as outlined in this Privacy Statement, to better serve you and fulfill our mission.
Information that We Collect Automatically When You Visit Our Website
Logs
J.O.Y. Baltimore’s website automatically generates logs during user sessions that capture details about the features you use, the actions you take, and the information you access. Additionally, your browser informs us about the type of computer and operating system you are using to access our site.
Cookies
Cookies are small data files transferred to your computer’s hard drive via your web browser. These cookies allow our systems to recognize your preferences and settings, enhancing your experience on our website. Cookies may collect information such as the type of browser used, the sections of the website visited, and other usage data. While cookies can uniquely identify you, they cannot retrieve data from your hard drive, transmit viruses, or capture your email address.
Cookies can store login credentials, personalize user experiences, track website activity, or keep a record of selections in forms or shopping carts. Most browsers accept cookies by default, but you can disable them through your browser settings. For more information on managing cookies, visit the “help” section of your browser or refer to resources like Network Advertising Initiative or Your Online Choices. While disabling cookies won’t prevent access to our website, it may affect your experience.
Certain sections of our website may use cookies to identify popular pages, understand visitor behavior, and improve user experiences by analyzing traffic patterns and site engagement.
Analytics
J.O.Y. Baltimore’s website may use tools like Google Analytics or similar web analytics services to understand how visitors interact with our site and optimize its performance. These services use cookies to track user behavior, generate activity reports, and improve content and advertising efforts. Data collected through these services may be transmitted to servers in the U.S. or other locations and used by service providers for evaluating and improving the website’s functionality.
Information Collected From Other Sources
J.O.Y. Baltimore may obtain information, including personal data, from partners, service providers, and affiliates. For instance, this could include information shared via surveys hosted by third-party platforms. We may combine this data with information we collect directly from you to provide a comprehensive and personalized experience.
Additionally, we may review and use information that you publicly post about J.O.Y. Baltimore, including on social media, blogs, or other online platforms. If individuals provide information about others through our website, we assume they have the necessary permission. If you believe your information has been shared without your consent, please contact us, and we will address the matter promptly.
For any concerns or inquiries regarding this Privacy Statement, contact us at webmaster@joybaltimore.org.
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