Effective Date: May 21, 2026.
Friends of Fieldworkers, LLC (“Friends of Fieldworkers,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, communicate with us, subscribe to our newsletter, or opt in to receive SMS/text communications.By using our website or providing your information, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, including: Full name, Email address, Mobile phone number, Mailing address, and Organization affiliation. Any information you submit through forms, surveys, donations, registrations, or direct communicationsWe may also automatically collect limited technical information when you visit our website, including: IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, website usage data through cookies or analytics tools

2. How We Use Your Information

We may use your information to:Send newsletters and email updates, send SMS/text communications if you opt in, and provide organizational announcements and community updates. Share stories, programs, events, and impact information.

3. SMS/Text Messaging Communications

If you voluntarily provide your mobile phone number and opt in to receive SMS/text messages from Friends of Fieldworkers, LLC, you consent to receive recurring informational text messages from us. These messages may include: Organizational updates, Community announcements, Event reminders, Volunteer opportunities, Donation campaign information, Program-related communications. Message frequency may vary.Message and data rates may apply depending on your wireless carrier and mobile plan.

SMS Consent and Opt-In

By submitting your phone number through our website forms, registration forms, or other communication channels, you expressly consent to receive text messages from Friends of Fieldworkers, LLC.Consent to receive text messages is not required as a condition of making a donation or participating in our programs.

Opt-Out Instructions

You may opt out of SMS communications at any time by replying: STOP to any message you receive from us. After you send STOP, you may receive one final confirmation message confirming that you have been unsubscribed.For assistance, reply: HELPor contact us directly at: info@friendsoffieldworkers.org

SMS Data Sharing Policy

We do not sell, rent, trade, or share your mobile phone number, SMS consent, or text messaging opt-in data with third parties for marketing or promotional purposes. SMS opt-in information and consent records are used solely for communications from Friends of Fieldworkers, LLC.

4. Email Communications

If you subscribe to our email newsletter or updates, you may receive periodic communications from us related to our mission, programs, events, and organizational news.You may unsubscribe from email communications at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link included in our emails or by contacting us directly.

5. Cookies and Analytics

Our website may use cookies, pixels, analytics services, or similar technologies to improve user experience and understand how visitors interact with our website.These tools may collect non-personal information such as: pages visited, Time spent on pages, browser and device information, and referral sources. You may disable cookies through your browser settings, though some website features may not function properly.

6. Data Storage and Security

We use commercially reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to help protect your personal information from unauthorized access, misuse, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.Information may be stored or processed through trusted third-party service providers, including website hosting, email communication platforms, CRM systems, or SMS communication providers such as Squarespace, Constant Contact, Grasshopper, and other trusted operational vendors. While we strive to protect your information, no method of electronic transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell or rent your personal information.We may share limited information with trusted third-party service providers that assist us in operating our organization, website, communications, fundraising, or outreach efforts. These providers are contractually obligated to maintain the confidentiality and security of your information.We may also disclose information if required to:Comply with applicable laws or legal obligations. Protect the rights, safety, or property of Friends of Fieldworkers, LLC. Prevent fraud or misuse. Respond to lawful government requests

8. Third-Party Services and Links

Our website or communications may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, policies, or content of external websites. Third-party providers we use may maintain separate privacy policies governing their own data practices.We encourage users to review those policies independently.

9. Your California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you may have rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to: Request access to the personal information we maintain about you, Request correction or deletion of your personal information, Request information about how your data is used, and Opt out of marketing communications at any time. To exercise these rights, contact us at: info@friendsoffieldworkers.orgWe will not discriminate against you for exercising your privacy rights.

10. Children’s Privacy

Our website and services are not directed toward children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children.If we become aware that personal information has been collected from a child without appropriate consent, we will take reasonable steps to delete that information.

11. Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as reasonably necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements.

12. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect operational, legal, or regulatory changes.Any updates will be posted on this page along with a revised effective date. Continued use of our website or services after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, your personal information, or our communication practices, you may contact us at: Friends of Fieldworkers, LLC, info@friendsoffieldworkers.org