Privacy & Policy

1. Introduction

Rally2Give (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy and personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website at rally2give.org, participate in our events, make donations, or interact with our services.

2. Information We Collect

Personal Information You Provide

We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, including your name, email address, phone number, and mailing address. When you register for events, we collect rally participation details, emergency contacts, and vehicle information. For donations, we collect billing address, donation amount, and payment method details. Sponsorship activities require company details, contact information, and sponsorship preferences. We also collect any messages, feedback, and correspondence you send to us.

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information about your device and usage patterns. This includes your IP address, browser type, pages visited, and time spent on our site. We also collect device information such as device type, operating system, and unique device identifiers. Through cookies and tracking technologies, we gather website preferences, analytics data, and session information.

Use of Google Analytics 4 (GA4)

We use Google Analytics 4 (GA4) to understand how visitors engage with our website. GA4 is designed with built-in privacy controls such as IP anonymization, data-retention settings, consent management, and user data deletion tools to help meet modern privacy standards like GDPR and CCPA/CPRA.

To comply with data protection laws, we:

  • Display a cookie consent banner that allows you to opt-in before GA4 tracking begins, as required under GDPR and related frameworks.
  • Set and review GA4 data-retention periods to align with legal requirements.
  • Ensure GA4 acts as a processor; we control the data under our account and manage contracts such as Google’s Data Processing Terms.

Third-Party Information

We may receive information about you from third-party sources, including social media platforms when you interact with our content. Event partners, venues, co-sponsors, or rally partners may also share information with us as part of coordinating events and activities.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to process donations, handle charitable contributions, and issue tax receipts as required by law. For event management, we register participants, coordinate rallies, and ensure event safety for all attendees. We communicate with you to send event updates, newsletters, and important announcements related to our mission and activities.

With your consent, we use your information for marketing purposes to promote upcoming events and fundraising campaigns. We continuously work to improve our website operations and user experience through analysis of usage patterns. Legal compliance requires us to meet regulatory requirements and maintain our tax-exempt status. Additionally, we use information to protect against fraud and ensure participant safety during all Rally2Give activities.

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We work with various service providers to deliver our services effectively. Payment processors handle donation and registration transactions securely. Email marketing platforms help us communicate with our supporters and participants. Website hosting and analytics providers ensure our online presence remains functional and informative. Event management and registration platforms assist in coordinating our rallies and activities.

Our event partners receive limited information necessary for coordination purposes. This includes co-sponsors and venue partners who help make our events successful. Emergency services may receive participant information if required for safety during events. Insurance providers receive necessary information for event coverage purposes.

Legal requirements may compel us to share information with government agencies when required by law. Law enforcement may receive information in response to valid legal requests. Courts or legal proceedings may require information when compelled by subpoena or other legal process.

For charitable purposes, we may share contact information with beneficiary charities for donation acknowledgment. Grant-making organizations may receive information for impact reporting and transparency requirements. We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for their marketing purposes under any circumstances.

5. Data Security

We implement comprehensive security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. All data transmission occurs through secure channels using SSL/TLS encryption technology. Access to personal information is strictly limited to authorized personnel who require it for legitimate business purposes.

We maintain regular update schedules for all software and security systems, applying patches promptly to address potential vulnerabilities. Our systems include continuous monitoring for suspicious activity and potential security threats. All information is stored on secure servers and databases with comprehensive backup systems to prevent data loss.

6. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to access your personal information and request a copy of what we have collected about you. You can request corrections to update or fix any inaccurate information in our records. Under certain circumstances, you may request deletion of your personal information, though some legal requirements may limit our ability to comply with deletion requests.

You can opt out of marketing communications at any time by using the unsubscribe link in our emails or contacting us directly. You may restrict how we use your information for certain purposes while still maintaining essential services. You also have the right to request your data in a machine-readable format for portability to other services.

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at privacy@rally2give.org or [phone number]. We will respond to your request within 30 days and work with you to address your concerns appropriately.

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website. These technologies help us remember your preferences and settings between visits. We analyze website traffic and user behavior to improve our content and functionality.

GA4 cookies: These are used for analytics purposes and are part of GA4’s standard tracking. You can manage your cookie settings through your browser or opt-out entirely using Google’s Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-On. Essential cookies required for basic website operation cannot be disabled without affecting your ability to use our services.

8. Newsletter Subscription

We use Square to manage our newsletter subscriptions. If you sign up, we collect your email address to send you news, updates, and fundraising communications. Every email includes an unsubscribe link allowing you to opt out at any time.

Square enables you to manage preferences via digital receipts or marketing emails—either from each sender or across all businesses—by accessing “Manage preferences” or toggling off “Receive offers & updates.”

9. Third-Party Links

Our website contains links to third-party websites and services that we believe may be of interest to our supporters. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. Each third-party website has its own privacy policy and data handling practices. We strongly encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information to these external sites.

10. Children’s Privacy

Rally2Give does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 years of age. Our services and events are generally designed for adult participants. If we discover that we have inadvertently collected information from a child under 13, we will promptly delete that information from our systems. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately so we can address the situation appropriately.

11. International Data Transfers

Rally2Give operates primarily in the United States, and our servers and data processing facilities are located within the United States. If you are located outside the United States, please understand that your information will be transferred to and processed in the United States. By using our services, you consent to this transfer and processing under United States privacy and data protection laws.

12. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. For donations, we maintain records as required by tax laws and regulations governing tax-exempt organizations. Event participation information is retained for safety and insurance purposes as required by our policies and applicable laws.

We also retain information as necessary to comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements with participants and supporters. When information is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it according to our data retention schedules and procedures.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make changes, we will post the updated policy on our website and update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this document.

For material changes that significantly affect how we handle your personal information, we will provide additional notice through email or prominent website notifications. We will provide at least 30 days’ notice before material changes take effect, giving you time to review the changes and make informed decisions about your continued use of our services.

14. State-Specific Privacy Rights

California Residents

California residents have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). These include the right to know what personal information we collect about you and how we use it. You have the right to request deletion of your personal information, subject to certain exceptions.

California residents also have the right to opt out of any sale of personal information, though Rally2Give does not sell personal information. You have the right to receive equal service and pricing even if you exercise your privacy rights.

Other State Privacy Laws

Residents of other states may have additional privacy rights under applicable state privacy laws. We respect and comply with all applicable state privacy regulations. If you have questions about your specific privacy rights based on your location, please contact us for information about how these laws may apply to your situation.

15. Contact Information

For questions about this Privacy Policy, our privacy practices, or to exercise your privacy rights, you can contact Rally2Give through the following methods: