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Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 1, 2026

The Ron McBride Foundation (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting the privacy and security of our donors, grant applicants, and website visitors. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, ronmcbridefoundation.org.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

  • Make a donation.
  • Apply for funding/grants.
  • Sign up for our newsletter or contact us via email.
  • Register for events (e.g., Fundraisers).

Types of Personal Data: Name, email address, mailing address, phone number, and professional/school affiliation (for grant applicants).

2. Tracking and Cookies

Our website uses “cookies” and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience and analyze website traffic.

  • Essential Cookies: Necessary for the website to function (e.g., secure login or donation forms).
  • Analytical Cookies: We may use third-party services like Google Analytics to collect non-identifying information such as IP addresses, browser types, and pages visited to help us improve our site.
  • Your Choice: You can set your browser to refuse all or some cookies. However, if you disable cookies, some parts of this site may not function properly.

3. Payment Processing & PCI Compliance

The Ron McBride Foundation takes the security of your financial information seriously.

  • PCI DSS Compliance: We do not store credit card numbers or sensitive payment data on our servers. All online donations are processed through PCI-compliant third-party payment gateways (e.g., Square, PayPal, or Bloomerang).
  • Encryption: These processors use Secure Socket Layer (SSL) encryption to ensure your transaction data is safe during transmission.

4. Secure Storage of Information

We implement robust physical, technical, and administrative security measures to protect your private information from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure.

  • Storage: Personal data is stored on secure, password-protected servers and accessible only to authorized personnel who require the information to perform their duties.
  • Data Retention: We retain your information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected or to comply with legal and tax obligations.

5. Disclosure of Your Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share information only in the following circumstances:

  • Service Providers: With trusted third parties who assist us in operating our website and conducting our business (e.g., email marketing or donation processing), provided they agree to keep this information confidential.
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect the rights and safety of the Foundation.

6. Utah Consumer Privacy Act (UCPA) Notice

In accordance with the Utah Consumer Privacy Act, Utah residents have specific rights regarding their personal data:

  • Right to Access: You have the right to confirm whether we are processing your personal data and to access that data.
  • Right to Delete: You have the right to request the deletion of personal data you provided to us.
  • Right to Data Portability: You have the right to obtain a copy of your personal data in a portable and readily usable format.
  • Right to Opt-Out: You have the right to opt-out of the processing of your personal data for targeted advertising or the sale of personal data (Note: The Foundation does not sell your data).

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [email protected].

7. Children’s Privacy

While our foundation supports programs for students, our website is intended for adults (parents, educators, and donors). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13 without parental consent.

8. 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 “Last Updated” date.

9. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, our data practices, or would like to have your information removed from our system, please contact us at:

The Ron McBride Foundation
P.O. Box 71381
Salt Lake City, Utah 84121

Email: [email protected]