Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy
Effective Date: April 12th, 2025
Last Updated: April 12th, 2025

The Kiato Foundation (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website Kiato.org, make a donation, or otherwise interact with us online.

By using our website, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect We may collect the following types of information:

a. Personal Information When you interact with our site, such as when making a donation, signing up for our newsletter, or submitting an inquiry, we may collect personal details, including:
Full Name
Email Address
Phone Number (optional)
Billing Address
Donation Amount and Payment Information
b. Non-Personal Information We may automatically collect certain non-identifying information through cookies, analytics tools, and server logs, such as:
IP Address
Browser type
Device type
Operating system
Pages visited and time spent on the site

2. How We Use Your Information We use the information we collect to:
Process donations securely
Send donation receipts and acknowledgments
Provide updates on our programs and impact
Respond to inquiries and provide customer support
Improve our website’s performance and user experience
Comply with legal and regulatory requirements

3. Sharing Your Information We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share information with trusted third parties who help us operate our website or process donations, but only to the extent necessary to perform those services and under strict confidentiality agreements.
We may also disclose your information:
If required by law or legal process
To protect the rights, property, or safety of The Kiato Foundation or others

4. Data Security We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information. Payment information is processed through secure, PCI-compliant third-party payment processors.

5. Cookies and Analytics Our website uses cookies to enhance user experience and collect analytical data. You can set your browser to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent. Some parts of our site may not function properly without cookies.
We also use third-party analytics tools (such as Google Analytics) to better understand how users interact with our site. These tools may collect anonymous usage data.

6. Your Choices You may opt out of receiving promotional emails by using the “unsubscribe” link provided in our communications. You may also contact us to access, update, or delete your personal information, subject to applicable laws.

7. Children’s Privacy Kiato.org is not directed to children under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children without parental consent. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected such information, we will delete it.

8. Third-Party Links Our website may contain links to third-party sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external websites. We encourage you to read their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

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. Continued use of the site after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

10. Contact Us If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, or if you wish to review or modify your personal information, please contact us at:

The Kiato Foundation
Website: https://www.kiato.org
Email: contact@kiato.org
Mailing Address: 539 W Commerce St #7747, Dallas TX 75208