Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 06-11-26
The Mitchell Thorp Foundation ("we," "our," or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us through our website, donation forms, event registrations, SMS communications, and other interactions with our organization.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide, including:
Name
Email address
Mailing address
Phone number
Donation information (amount, frequency, and payment details)
Event registration information
Volunteer information
Messages, inquiries, and correspondence submitted to us
SMS opt-in preferences and communication consent
We may also automatically collect certain non-personal information, including:
IP address
Browser type
Device information
Website usage data
Cookies and analytics information
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
Process donations and provide receipts
Register participants for events and programs
Respond to inquiries and provide support
Send newsletters, updates, and organizational communications
Send SMS messages to individuals who have opted in to receive text communications
Improve our website, programs, and services
Comply with legal obligations
3. SMS Communications
If you opt in to receive text messages from Mitchell Thorp Foundation, we may send you updates regarding events, programs, fundraising activities, volunteer opportunities, and other organization-related communications.
Message frequency may vary. Message and data rates may apply.
You may opt out of SMS communications at any time by replying STOP to any text message or by contacting us directly.
SMS consent is not shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing purposes.
4. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.
We may share your information only with:
Trusted service providers that assist with donation processing, event registration, email distribution, SMS delivery, website hosting, and data management
Professional advisors or auditors as required
Government agencies or law enforcement when required by law
All third-party service providers are required to maintain appropriate safeguards and use your information only for authorized purposes.
5. Cookies and Analytics
Our website may use cookies and analytics tools to better understand visitor activity and improve website functionality.
You may disable cookies through your browser settings; however, some website features may not function properly if cookies are disabled.
6. Data Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.
While we strive to protect your information, no method of electronic transmission or storage can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
7. Your Privacy Rights
You may request to:
Review the personal information we maintain about you
Correct inaccurate information
Delete your personal information, subject to legal and operational requirements
Withdraw consent for communications
To make a request, please contact us at info@mitchellthorp.org.
8. Updates to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page along with the updated effective date.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact:
Mitchell Thorp Foundation
2382 Faraday Avenue, Suite 150
Carlsbad, CA 92008
Email: info@mitchellthorp.org
Phone: (760) 603-8853
