Privacy Policy

Your privacy and security are our top priorities

Effective Date: October 17, 2025

Our Commitment to Your Privacy

At CKRET Foundation, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or interact with our services. Please read this policy carefully to understand our practices regarding your personal data.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide to Us

We collect information you voluntarily provide when you:

  • Subscribe to our newsletter or mailing list
  • Make a donation or contribution
  • Register for events or programs
  • Contact us through forms, email, or other communication channels
  • Create an account on our website
  • Participate in surveys or provide feedback

This information may include:

  • Name and contact details (email address, phone number, mailing address)
  • Payment and billing information
  • Demographic information
  • Communication preferences
  • Any other information you choose to provide

Information Automatically Collected

When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information about your device and browsing behavior, including:

  • IP address and approximate location
  • Browser type and version
  • Operating system
  • Pages visited and time spent on our site
  • Referring website addresses
  • Date and time of visits
  • Clickstream data

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website. These technologies help us:

  • Remember your preferences and settings
  • Understand how you use our website
  • Improve website functionality and performance
  • Deliver relevant content

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. However, disabling cookies may limit your ability to use certain features of our website.

How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

  • Process donations and transactions
  • Send newsletters, updates, and communications about our work
  • Respond to inquiries and provide support
  • Improve our website and services
  • Conduct research and analysis
  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Prevent fraud and enhance security
  • Manage events and programs
  • Fulfill any other purpose for which you provide consent

Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

Service Providers

We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website, conducting our business, or servicing you, provided they agree to keep this information confidential.

Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information when required by law, court order, or other legal process, or when we believe disclosure is necessary to protect our rights, your safety, or the safety of others.

Organizational Changes

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

With Your Consent

We may share your information for any other purpose with your explicit consent.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

  • Encryption of sensitive data
  • Regular security assessments
  • Access controls and authentication procedures
  • Secure data storage practices

However, no method of electronic transmission or storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

Access and Correction

You may request access to the personal information we hold about you and request corrections if it is inaccurate or incomplete.

Opt-Out

You can opt-out of receiving marketing communications from us by:

  • Following the unsubscribe instructions in our emails
  • Contacting us directly using the information below

Data Deletion

You may request that we delete your personal information, subject to certain legal exceptions.

Data Portability

Where applicable, you may request a copy of your personal information in a structured, commonly used format.

Children's Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information.

International Data Transfers

If you are accessing our website from outside the United States, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States where our servers are located. By using our website, you consent to such transfer.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

California Privacy Rights

California residents have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including:

  • The right to know what personal information is collected
  • The right to know whether personal information is sold or disclosed
  • The right to opt-out of the sale of personal information
  • The right to non-discrimination for exercising privacy rights

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Effective Date" at the top. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

Accessibility

We are committed to ensuring this Privacy Policy is accessible to all users. If you need this policy in an alternative format, please contact us using the information below.

Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:

CKRET Foundation
PO Box 57021
Des Moines, IA 50317

Email: ckret@charklisares.com
Phone: 515-343-4741

For data protection inquiries, you may also contact our Data Protection Officer at:
Email: ckret@charklisares.com

By using our website and services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree to our collection, use, and disclosure of your information as described herein.