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Privacy Policy
Prison Ministries of Carolina (Operates the Our Brother’s Keeper Initiative) respects your privacy. This policy describes how we collect, use, and protect your information.
Last updated: February 2025
1. Who we are
This website is operated by Prison Ministries of Carolina. Prison Ministries of Carolina is the ministry name under which we provide transitional housing and support services. For privacy inquiries, contact us at secretary@prisonministriesofcarolina.com.
2. Information we collect
We may collect information you provide directly, such as when you:
- Submit our contact form (name, email, message)
- Make a donation (through our payment processor; see below)
- Sign up for newsletters or updates, if offered
- Contact us by email or phone
We may also collect certain information automatically when you visit our site, such as your IP address, browser type, device information, and pages visited. We may use cookies or similar technologies for essential site function and, if applicable, analytics.
3. How we use your information
We use the information we collect to:
- Respond to your inquiries and provide the services you request
- Process donations and send acknowledgments or receipts where applicable
- Send you updates about our ministry if you have opted in
- Improve our website and services
- Comply with legal obligations and protect our rights
4. Donations and third-party processors
Online donations may be processed by third-party payment providers (e.g., Stripe, PayPal, or other processors we use). When you give through these services, their privacy policies and terms apply to the data they collect. We receive only the information necessary to process your gift (such as name, amount, and email for receipts).
5. Sharing of information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share information only: (a) with service providers who assist our operations (e.g., hosting, email) under confidentiality agreements; (b) when required by law or to protect our rights; or (c) with your consent.
6. Data retention and security
We retain your information only as long as needed for the purposes described in this policy or as required by law. We take reasonable steps to protect your data; however, no method of transmission or storage over the internet is completely secure.
7. Your rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to access, correct, or delete your personal information, or to opt out of certain uses. To exercise these rights or ask questions about your data, contact us at secretary@prisonministriesofcarolina.com.
8. Children
Our website is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected such information, please contact us so we can delete it.
9. Changes to this policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. The “Last updated” date at the top will reflect the most recent version. We encourage you to review this page periodically.
10. Contact
For privacy-related questions or requests, contact Prison Ministries of Carolina at secretary@prisonministriesofcarolina.com or (803) 000-0000, or write to us at 140 Semm Sease Rd, Gilbert, SC 29054.
