Effective Date: 01/05/2025

Ansaar Foundation (“we”, “us”, or “our”) is committed to protecting the privacy and personal information of our donors, volunteers, website visitors, and community members. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you visit our website (https://ansaarfoundation.com).

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal information:

  • Contact Information (e.g., name, email address, phone number)

  • Donation Information (e.g., amount donated, payment details via third-party processors)

  • Volunteer/Program Participation Data

  • Communication Preferences

  • Website Usage Data (via cookies or analytics tools)

We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13 without parental consent.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information to:

  • Process and acknowledge donations

  • Issue charitable tax receipts (as required by CRA)

  • Communicate updates, newsletters, and event invitations

  • Manage volunteer and community program involvement

  • Improve website content and user experience

  • Comply with legal and regulatory requirements

3. Sharing of Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share your data only with:

  • Trusted service providers (e.g., donation platforms, email marketing services)

  • Government or regulatory authorities as required by law

  • With your explicit consent, when applicable

All third-party providers are required to protect your information in accordance with privacy laws.

4. Security

We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal data against loss, theft, and unauthorized access or disclosure.

Payment information is handled securely through trusted third-party providers and is not stored on our servers.

5. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

  • Access or update your personal information

  • Withdraw your consent to communications

  • Request deletion of your data (subject to legal requirements)

To make such requests, please contact us at: info@ansaarfoundation.com

6. Cookies and Tracking

Our website may use cookies and similar tracking tools to:

  • Analyze website traffic

  • Improve user experience

  • Understand visitor behavior

You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies, though some features may not function properly as a result.

7. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those websites. Please review their policies before submitting any information.

8. Changes to this Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The “Effective Date” above will indicate the most recent revision. We encourage you to review this page periodically.