Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 08-26-25

Big Brothers Big Sisters of the WI Shoreline (“BBBSWI Shoreline,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us through our website: https://bbbswishoreline.org.

This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit our website.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information in the following ways:

a. Information You Provide

When you interact with us through our site, you may provide personal information including:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Mailing address

  • Phone number

  • Donation/payment details

  • Volunteer or mentor application information

  • Event registration details

  • Other information you choose to share

b. Automatically Collected Information

We collect some information automatically when you visit our website, including:

  • IP address

  • Browser type and version

  • Device type

  • Operating system

  • Pages visited and referring URLs

  • Date and time of visit

This data is collected using cookies and analytics tools (like Squarespace Analytics or Google Analytics).

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Respond to inquiries and requests

  • Process donations and event registrations

  • Send updates, newsletters, or event notifications (with your consent)

  • Improve website functionality and user experience

  • Comply with legal obligations

3. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information.

We may share your information with:

  • Trusted third-party service providers (e.g., payment processors, email marketing tools)

  • Government or legal authorities when required by law

  • Our team and board members when necessary to fulfill your requests (e.g., volunteer coordination)

All third parties are required to protect your information and use it only for the intended purpose.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our site uses cookies to:

  • Improve performance and usability

  • Analyze visitor behavior through tools like Squarespace Analytics or Google Analytics

  • Customize content and remember user preferences

You may disable cookies in your browser settings, but doing so may affect site functionality.

5. Your Choices

You have the right to:

  • Opt out of email communications (via unsubscribe links or by contacting us)

  • Request access, correction, or deletion of your personal information

  • Withdraw consent where we rely on it

To make a request, please contact us at:
📧 [Insert contact email here]

6. Data Security

We implement reasonable safeguards to protect your information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure.

7. External Links

Our website may contain links to other websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those external sites. We encourage you to read their privacy policies.

8. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children without parental consent.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact:

Big Brothers Big Sisters of the WI Shoreline