Privacy Policy

Last updated: February 2026

The Felix Foundation (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting the privacy of our donors, applicants, website visitors, and community members. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect information when you visit felixfoundationaz.org or interact with our programs, forms, and services.

1. Information We Collect

We collect two types of information:

A. Information You Provide Directly

This includes information submitted through:

  • Scholarship or program applications
  • Contact forms
  • Donation forms
  • Newsletter sign‑ups
  • Event registrations

Examples of personal information:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Phone number
  • Mailing address
  • School or academic information (for scholarship applicants)
  • Donation details (amount, frequency, dedication notes)

We do not store full credit card numbers. All payment information is processed securely by our third‑party payment processor.

B. Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and device information
  • Pages visited and time spent on the site
  • Referring website or link

This data is typically collected through cookies or analytics tools.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

  • Process scholarship applications
  • Respond to inquiries
  • Provide updates about our programs
  • Process donations and send receipts
  • Improve website performance and user experience
  • Maintain internal records and reporting
  • Comply with legal or regulatory requirements

We do not sell or rent personal information to any third party.

3. Donor Privacy

We respect and protect the privacy of our donors.
We do not:

  • Sell donor information
  • Share donor information with other organizations for marketing
  • Publish donor names without consent (unless required by law)

Donors may choose to remain anonymous.

4. Cookies and Analytics

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Understand how visitors use the site
  • Improve navigation and content
  • Support security and performance

We may use third‑party analytics tools (such as Google Analytics). These tools collect aggregated, non‑identifying information.

You can disable cookies through your browser settings.

5. Third‑Party Services

We may use trusted third‑party providers for:

  • Donation processing
  • Email communications
  • Scholarship form submissions
  • Website hosting and security

These providers only receive the information necessary to perform their services and are required to protect it.

6. Children’s Privacy

Our website and programs are not directed to children under 13.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent. If such information is discovered, we will delete it promptly.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to:

  • Fulfill the purpose for which it was collected
  • Meet legal, accounting, or reporting requirements

Scholarship application data may be retained for audit and compliance purposes.

8. How We Protect Your Information

We use administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal information, including:

  • Encrypted connections (HTTPS)
  • Secure data storage
  • Access controls
  • Regular security updates

No method of transmission or storage is 100% secure, but we take reasonable steps to protect your data.

9. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

  • Request access to your personal information
  • Request corrections or updates
  • Request deletion of your information
  • Opt out of email communications
  • Limit certain types of data processing

To exercise these rights, contact us using the information below.

10. Links to Other Websites

Our website may contain links to external sites.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
The “Last updated” date at the top of this page reflects the most recent revision.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to request changes to your information, contact:

Felix Foundation
Chandler, Arizona
Email: info@felixfoundationaz.org
Website: https://felixfoundationaz.org/