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Privacy Policy

Rising Tide (“we,” “us,” “our”) respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have.

Information We Collect

  • You provide: name, email, phone, address; donation amounts, designations, and preferences; form submissions (e.g., request for support, volunteer interest); messages you send us.

  • Automatically: IP address, device/browser info, pages visited, and site interactions (via cookies or similar technologies).

  • From third parties: payment processors (donation confirmation details, last four of card—not full card numbers), email platforms, referral partners (with consent).

How We Use Information

  • Process donations, issue receipts, and acknowledge gifts

  • Provide student/family support services and program eligibility

  • Communicate updates, impact stories, and opportunities to get involved (opt‑out anytime)

  • Improve our site and programs (analytics)

  • Comply with law, prevent fraud, and ensure security

Donor Privacy

We do not sell or rent donor information. We may share limited information with service providers solely to process donations, send receipts, or deliver communications you request.

Sharing Information

We share with trusted service providers who work on our behalf (e.g., donation processors, email providers, web hosts) under confidentiality obligations. We may disclose if required by law or to protect our rights, beneficiaries, or users.

Cookies & Analytics

We may use cookies and analytics (e.g., Google Analytics) to understand site traffic and improve user experience. You can control cookies in your browser settings.

Data Security

We use administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal information. No method of transmission or storage is 100% secure.

Data Retention

We keep information as long as necessary for the purposes above, to comply with legal/financial obligations, or as required by grantors and auditors.

Your Choices

  • Email preferences: Unsubscribe links are included in every message.

  • Access/Update: Contact us to access or correct your information.

  • Do Not Track: Our site may not respond to DNT signals.

Student Information

Because we are educator‑led and receive student information through school channels, we follow school district guidance and applicable laws (including FERPA/COPPA where applicable). Student information is used only to provide requested support and is not shared for marketing.

Third‑Party Links

Our site may link to other sites. We’re not responsible for their content or privacy practices.

Changes to This Policy

Changes made 2/1/2026

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