Privacy Policy

Effective Date: May 29, 2026

Good Life Education & Empowerment Foundation, Inc. — Website: www.gleef.org · Email: admin@gleef.org

The Good Life Education & Empowerment Foundation, Inc. (“Foundation,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information entrusted to us by donors, applicants, volunteers, partners, website visitors, and community members.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, protect, and disclose information obtained through our website, programs, events, fundraising activities, scholarship initiatives, volunteer opportunities, and related services.

By using our website or interacting with the Foundation, you acknowledge and agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

Personal Information

• Full name
• Mailing address
• Email address
• Telephone number
• Date of birth
• Organization or employer information
• Educational information
• Scholarship application information
• Volunteer application information
• Program enrollment information

Donation Information

When making a donation, we may collect:

• Donor name
• Contact information
• Donation amount
• Payment transaction details
• Billing information

The Foundation does not store complete credit card numbers. Payment processing is handled through secure third-party payment processors.

Program and Scholarship Information

When applying for scholarships, workforce programs, mentorship initiatives, educational opportunities, or community services, we may collect:

• Academic records
• Employment history
• Financial information
• Personal statements
• Supporting documentation
• References
• Demographic information voluntarily provided

Communications

We may collect information submitted through contact forms, event registrations, surveys, newsletters, email correspondence, and social media interactions.

Technical Information

We may automatically collect IP address, browser type, device information, operating system, referral sources, website activity, cookie information, and geographic region.

2. How We Use Your Information

• Process donations
• Issue tax receipts
• Administer scholarships
• Evaluate applications
• Provide educational programs
• Coordinate volunteer opportunities
• Respond to inquiries
• Improve website performance
• Send newsletters and updates
• Conduct fundraising campaigns
• Measure program effectiveness
• Comply with legal obligations
• Prevent fraud and misuse

3. Donor Privacy Commitment

The Foundation values donor privacy. We will never sell, rent, trade, or lease donor information to third parties for marketing purposes.

Donor information may be used only for donation processing, tax documentation, stewardship activities, acknowledgments, and Foundation communications. Donors may request anonymity at any time.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies, analytics tools, pixel technologies, and website performance tools to understand website usage, improve user experience, monitor website performance, and support fundraising and outreach efforts. Users may adjust browser settings to disable cookies.

5. Email Communications

By providing your email address, you may receive Foundation updates, event invitations, program announcements, scholarship opportunities, impact reports, and fundraising communications. You may unsubscribe at any time using the unsubscribe link provided in communications.

6. Information Sharing

Service Providers

Trusted vendors who assist with payment processing, email delivery, website hosting, event management, data storage, and analytics services.

Legal Requirements

We may disclose information if required by court order, government request, applicable law, or regulatory compliance.

Business Transitions

If organizational restructuring occurs, information may be transferred as part of the continuation of Foundation operations.

7. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect personal information, including encryption technologies, secure servers, access controls, password protections, and vendor security assessments. No method of transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Children’s Privacy

The Foundation does not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13 without appropriate parental or guardian consent. If we become aware that information has been collected without proper authorization, we will take reasonable steps to remove such information.

9. Scholarship and Program Applicant Information

Information submitted through scholarship, workforce development, educational, mentorship, and community programs may be reviewed by authorized staff, reviewers, committee members, and program administrators for evaluation and administration purposes. Submission of an application does not guarantee acceptance into any program or award.

10. Photography, Video, and Media Consent

Foundation events may include photography, video recording, audio recording, and livestreaming. By participating in Foundation events, individuals may appear in promotional, educational, fundraising, marketing, social media, website, annual report, and public relations materials. Participants who wish to opt out should notify the Foundation in writing prior to the event.

11. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. The Foundation is not responsible for the privacy practices, security practices, content, or policies of third-party websites. Users should review those policies independently.

12. Your Privacy Rights

Subject to applicable law, you may have the right to access your information, correct inaccurate information, request deletion of information, request communication preferences, opt out of marketing communications, and request information regarding data usage. Requests may be submitted to info@GoodLifeFoundation.org.

13. Data Retention

We retain information only as long as necessary for program administration, donor records, tax compliance, legal obligations, and organizational operations. Records may be retained for longer periods where required by law.

14. State Privacy Rights

Residents of certain jurisdictions may have additional privacy rights under applicable state laws. The Foundation will comply with all applicable privacy regulations governing the collection and use of personal information.

15. Changes to This Privacy Policy

The Foundation may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes become effective upon posting to the website. Continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

16. Contact Information

Good Life Education & Empowerment Foundation, Inc.
Website: www.gleef.org
Email: admin@gleef.org