Privacy Policy

Effective Date: October 31, 2025

The Greek Cultural Garden (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website [www.greekgarden.org], make a donation, become a member, or interact with us. Please read this policy carefully.

By using our website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

Information We Collect

Personal Information You Provide

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

Make a donation or purchase a membership
Sign up for our newsletter or email updates
Submit a contact form or inquiry
Register for an event or program
Apply to volunteer
Request information about venue rentals

This information may include:

Name
Email address
Mailing address
Phone number
Payment information (processed securely through third-party payment processors)
Employer information (for matching gifts)
Automatically Collected Information

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

IP address
Browser type and version
Pages you visit and time spent on pages
Referring website
Device type and operating system

We collect this information through cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve our website and understand how visitors use it.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

Process donations and membership purchases
Send receipts and tax documentation
Communicate with you about programs, events, and garden updates
Respond to your inquiries and provide customer service
Send newsletters and marketing communications (with your consent)
Improve our website and user experience
Comply with legal obligations
Prevent fraud and maintain security

How We Share Your Information

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

We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

Service Providers: We work with trusted third-party service providers who help us operate our website, process payments, send emails, and manage our donor database. These providers are contractually obligated to keep your information confidential.

Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or government regulation, or if we believe disclosure is necessary to protect our rights or the safety of others.

With Your Consent: We may share information for any other purpose with your explicit consent.

Donor Privacy

We respect the privacy of our donors and adhere to the following principles:

We will not sell, share, or trade your contact information with other organizations
You may choose to remain anonymous in all donor recognition
You may opt out of mailings or email communications at any time
We maintain secure systems to protect your financial information
Email Communications & Opt-Out

When you provide your email address, you may receive:

Donation receipts and confirmations
Newsletter updates (quarterly)
Event invitations
Special announcements

You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link at the bottom of any email or by contacting us at [email].

Transactional emails (receipts, confirmations) cannot be opted out of as they are necessary to complete your transaction.

Cookies & Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies (small text files stored on your device) to:

Remember your preferences
Understand how you use our site
Improve site functionality
Analyze website traffic

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect website functionality.

We may use third-party analytics services like Google Analytics to understand website usage. You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites (social media, partner organizations, etc.). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information, including:

Secure Socket Layer (SSL) encryption for payment processing
Secure servers and databases
Limited employee access to personal information
Regular security assessments

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Children's Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information
Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal retention requirements)
Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications

To exercise these rights, contact us at:
privacy@greekgarden.org | (216) 555-5555

California Privacy Rights

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to know what personal information we collect and how it’s used, and the right to request deletion of your information.

To exercise your California privacy rights, contact us at privacy@greekgarden.org.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will post the updated policy on this page with a new “Effective Date.”

We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
The Greek Cultural Garden: 1325 Carnegie Avenue Cleveland, OH 44115
Email: privacy@greekgarden.org
Phone: (216) 555-5555