Privacy Policy

Global Bright Futures Foundation, Inc. (“GBFF,” “we,” “our,” or “the Foundation”) is committed to protecting the privacy and security of personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect information when you access our website, donate, or participate in our programs or services.

By using our website or services, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

We collect personal information only when it is voluntarily provided to us. This may occur when you:

• Make a donation
• Subscribe to communications or newsletters
• Contact us for inquiries or support
• Apply for programs, partnerships, or services

The types of information collected may include:

• Name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Mailing address
• Payment information (processed securely through third-party payment processors; GBFF does not store full payment card data)

We may also collect non-personal data such as website usage analytics to improve performance and user experience.

We use collected information strictly for legitimate nonprofit and operational purposes, including:

• Processing donations and issuing receipts where applicable
• Communicating program updates, announcements, and organizational information
• Responding to inquiries and support requests
• Managing program participation and partnerships
• Improving website functionality and service delivery
• Complying with applicable legal, financial, and regulatory obligations

We do not use personal information for unrelated commercial purposes.

Global Bright Futures Foundation does not sell, rent, or trade personal information.

We may share limited information only with trusted third-party service providers who assist in:

• Payment processing
• Website hosting and analytics
• Communication systems
• Operational support services

All third-party providers are required to maintain confidentiality and use data solely for authorized services on behalf of GBFF.

We may also disclose information if required to comply with applicable laws, regulations, legal processes, or government requests.

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.

While we take appropriate security measures, no method of electronic transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

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

Our website and services are intended for general educational and informational purposes. We do not knowingly collect personal information directly from children without appropriate authorization from parents, guardians, schools, or authorized institutions.

Depending on your location, you may have rights regarding your personal information, including the ability to:

• Request access to your data
• Request correction of inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your data (where applicable by law)

Requests may be submitted using the contact information below.

If you access our website from outside the United States, you acknowledge that your information may be processed and stored in the United States, where data protection laws may differ from those in your country.

We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. Continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.