Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy is between you (the website user) and Merced Cancer Society Foundation

Merced Cancer Society Foundation
Website: mercedcancersociety.org
Effective Date: May 29, 2026
Last Updated: June 30, 2026

Your privacy matters to us. The Merced Cancer Society Foundation ("MCSF," "we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have.

Please read this policy carefully. By using our website at mercedcancersociety.org (the "Site"), you agree to the practices described below.

1. Information We Collect

Information You Provide Directly

We collect personal information you voluntarily provide when you:

Make a donation — name, billing address, email address, phone number, and payment information (processed securely through our payment processor)
Sign up for our newsletter or email list — name and email address
Submit a contact form or inquiry — name, email address, phone number, and message content
Register for an event or volunteer opportunity — name, contact information, and any details relevant to the activity
Share a story or testimonial — any personal details you choose to include

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our Site, we may automatically collect:

Log data — IP address, browser type, pages visited, time and date of visit, and referring URLs
Device information — device type, operating system, and screen resolution
Cookies and similar technologies — see Section 5 (Cookies) for details

Information from Third Parties

We may receive information about you from third-party services such as our payment processor or event registration platform when you interact with them in connection with MCSF.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

Process donations and send receipts and tax acknowledgment letters
Fulfill your requests — respond to inquiries, register you for events, or send requested resources
Communicate with you — send newsletters, program updates, event invitations, and fundraising appeals (you can opt out at any time)
Improve our Site — analyze usage data to understand how visitors interact with our content and enhance the user experience
Comply with legal obligations — maintain accurate records as required by nonprofit and tax regulations
Protect against fraud and misuse of our Site and donation processing systems

We will not use your information for purposes unrelated to the MCSF mission without your consent.

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share your information in limited circumstances:

Service Providers

We work with trusted third-party vendors to operate our Site and process donations (e.g., payment processors, email platforms, website hosting). These providers are authorized to use your information only as necessary to perform services on our behalf and are bound by confidentiality obligations.

Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required to do so by law, court order, or government authority, or if we believe disclosure is necessary to protect the rights, safety, or property of MCSF, our supporters, or the public.

Organizational Successors

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or dissolution of MCSF, your information may be transferred to a successor organization, subject to the same privacy protections described in this policy.

We do not share your personal information with other nonprofits, charities, or third-party marketers.

4. Donor Privacy

We take donor privacy seriously. Specifically:

We do not sell, trade, or share donor lists with any outside organization.
Donor names and giving histories are kept confidential and are accessible only to authorized MCSF staff and board members with a legitimate need.
If you wish to make an anonymous donation, please contact us at Communications@mercedcancersociety.onmicrosoft.com before completing your gift and we will accommodate your request.
Donors may request to be removed from our mailing list or communications at any time (see Section 8).

5. Cookies

Our Site may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device.

Types of Cookies We May Use

Essential cookies — necessary for the Site to function (e.g., form submissions, security)
Analytics cookies — help us understand how visitors use the Site (e.g., Google Analytics)
Preference cookies — remember your settings and preferences

Your Choices

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or delete existing ones. Note that disabling cookies may affect some Site functionality.

If we use Google Analytics, you can opt out using the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on.

6. Data Security

We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or disclosure. Donation transactions are encrypted using Secure Socket Layer (SSL) technology.

However, no method of data transmission or storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy, comply with legal and tax obligations, and support our nonprofit operations. Donation records are typically retained for a minimum of seven (7) years in accordance with IRS guidelines for 501(c)(3) organizations.

When information is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it.

8. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:

Access — Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
Correction — Ask us to update or correct inaccurate information
Deletion — Request that we delete your personal information, subject to legal retention requirements
Opt out of communications — Unsubscribe from emails at any time using the unsubscribe link in any email, or by contacting us directly

California Residents: Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), California residents have additional rights, including the right to know what personal information is collected, the right to deletion, and the right to non-discrimination for exercising privacy rights. To submit a request, contact us at Communications@mercedcancersociety.onmicrosoft.com.

To exercise any of your rights, contact us at Communications@mercedcancersociety.onmicrosoft.com. We will respond within 30 days.

9. Children's Privacy

Our Site is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child under 13 has provided us with personal information, please contact us at Communications@mercedcancersociety.onmicrosoft.com and we will promptly delete it.

10. Third-Party Links

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites (such as partner organizations, resources, or social media platforms). This Privacy Policy applies only to our Site. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party sites and encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

11. Email Communications

If you subscribe to our newsletter or otherwise opt in to email communications, you will receive updates about MCSF programs, events, and fundraising campaigns.

You may unsubscribe at any time by:

Clicking the "Unsubscribe" link at the bottom of any email

Please allow up to 10 business days for your unsubscribe request to take effect.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We will post the updated policy on this page with a revised "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

For significant changes, we may notify you by email (if we have your contact information) or by a notice on our Site.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

Merced Cancer Society Foundation
3303 M Street Merced, CA 95348
Email: Communications@mercedcancersociety.onmicrosoft.com
Phone: (209) 205-2980
Website: mercedcancersocietyfoundation.org

This Privacy Policy was prepared for the Merced Cancer Society Foundation and is intended for general informational use.