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Kinder Relief Inc. (“Kinder Relief,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) is a U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to providing life-saving medical support and humanitarian aid to children in conflict zones. We are fully committed to protecting the privacy and dignity of those we serve — including our donors, beneficiaries, partners, volunteers, and website visitors.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information, and outlines your rights and choices regarding that information.

1. Information We Collect

a. Personal Information
We may collect the following:

• Name, email, mailing address, phone number
• Donation details (amount, method, date)
• Medical or case-related data (with consent)
• Volunteer and partnership application information

b. Automatically Collected Data

When you visit our website, we may also collect:

• IP address and general location
• Browser type, device, and OS
• Pages visited and session duration
• Referral links

2. How We Use Your Information

We use personal data only for the purposes that directly relate to the mission and operational needs of Kinder Relief, including:

• Processing and acknowledging donations
• Sending program updates, appeals, or thank-you
• Coordinating medical cases, evacuations, or volunteer roles
• Internal research to improve services
• Ensuring compliance with legal and ethical standards

3. Donor & Subscriber Privacy

We take the privacy of our donors and subscribers extremely seriously.

• We do not sell, rent, trade, or share donor or subscriber information with any third
  party.
• We do not share our email or subscriber lists with other organizations, for any reason.
• We do not use donor or subscriber information for any purpose outside the scope of Kinder Relief’s activities and mission.
• Any data shared with service providers (e.g., payment processors or email platforms) is strictly limited to operational necessities and governed by data protection agreements.

We only share donor data when legally required (e.g., for IRS or state charity reporting), and even then, we do so with discretion and in compliance with all applicable privacy laws.

4. Use of Images, Videos, and Case Stories

Images, videos, and stories shared on our website are used with the informed consent of the child’s parent or guardian, or as part of an approved humanitarian case. These materials are shared to raise awareness and support for our mission.

You may not download, reproduce, or redistribute any images, videos, or case content from our website or social platforms without express written permission. Unauthorized use or modification of our materials — especially those depicting children — is strictly prohibited.

5. Data Sharing and Third Parties

We do not sell or share personal information with third parties except in these limited cases:

• To medical or humanitarian partners for approved case management
• To payment processors and trusted service providers under contract
• To comply with legal obligations

All partners are required to protect your information in accordance with this policy and applicable laws.

6. Data Security

We use industry-standard security practices to protect your information, including encryption, secure donation portals, and access controls. However, no method of digital storage or transmission is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Your Rights

You may:

• Request access to or a copy of your data
• Update or correct your information
• Unsubscribe from communications
• Request deletion of your data (except where legally retained)

To request any of the above, please contact us at info@kinderrelief.org

8. Cookies and Analytics

We use cookies to understand how users interact with our website and to improve your experience. You may disable cookies through your browser settings.

9. Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13 without guardian consent. We handle all case-related data with heightened sensitivity and security.

10. Content Ownership & Usage Restrictions

All content on our website — including names, stories, images, videos, and branding — is protected intellectual property and may not be used, copied, or adapted without written permission. This includes:

• Photos or videos of beneficiaries
• Reports and donor materials
• Educational downloads

Using Kinder Relief’s name, logo, or content to solicit funds or misrepresent affiliation is prohibited.