Privacy Policy 

Effective Date: October 15, 2025

At DesertCares.org, we are committed to protecting the privacy and personal information of our community members, visitors, and supporters. This privacy policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard the information you provide to us. As a compassionate, community-focused organization, we prioritize transparency and trust in handling your information.

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

Personal Information

• Name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Mailing address

This information is collected when donations are made, inquiries are submitted, or users engage with our services.

Sensitive Personal Information

We may collect sensitive personal information such as donation amounts shared voluntarily. You have the right to limit how this information is used. Contact us to exercise this right.

Usage Data

• Pages visited
• Time spent on our website
• Browser type and version
• IP address

This data is gathered through analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics) to help us improve our website functionality and user experience.

Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Enhance user experience
• Analyze website traffic
• Customize your interactions with our website

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.

2. How We Use Your Information

The information we collect is used for:

• Processing and acknowledging donations.
• Communicating updates, events, and services from DesertCares.org.
• Responding to inquiries or requests.
• Enhancing our website and user experience.
• Supporting our mission of providing care and support to those in need within the Coachella Valley and surrounding communities.

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. If this changes, we will update this policy and provide a “Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information” link on our homepage.

3. Sharing Your Information

We may share your information with trusted third parties solely for the following purposes:

• Service providers who assist in our operations (e.g., payment processors or email delivery services).
• Compliance with legal obligations or to protect against fraud and unauthorized access.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Understand website usage and improve functionality.
• Customize your experience on our platform.

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.

5. Data Security

We take data security seriously and implement industry-standard practices to protect your information, including:

• Secure data storage and encryption.
• Restricting access to personal data to authorized personnel only.

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access, update, or delete your personal information.
• Opt out of receiving communications from us at any time.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at info@desertcares.org or call us at +1.760.465.1833.

7. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third-party sites.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We encourage you to review this policy regularly for updates.

9. California Privacy Rights

If you are a California resident, you have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), including the right to:

• Know what personal information we collect and how we use it

• Request deletion or correction of your personal information

• Opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal information (note: we do not sell personal data)

• Limit the use of sensitive personal information

• Not be discriminated against for exercising these rights

To exercise these rights, please contact us at info@desertcares.org or call 1.760.465.1833.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this privacy policy, please contact us at:

Address: 74710 Highway 111, Suite 102, Palm Desert, CA 92260, US
Email: info@desertcares.org
Phone: +1.760.465.1833

"Together, we can make care possible for those who need it most."

Thank you for trusting DesertCares.org with your privacy.