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Privacy Policy

Last updated: September 15, 2025

Dental Coalition for Conservation (“DCC,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have when interacting with our website, services, and donation platforms.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:
  • Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address, or other details when you donate, register for volunteer opportunities, or contact us.
  • Donation Information: Payment details (processed securely through trusted third-party payment processors), donation amounts, and donation history.
  • Website Usage Information: IP address, browser type, pages visited, and other analytics to improve our website.
  • Communication Records: Copies of emails or messages exchanged with us.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:
  • Process and acknowledge donations.
  • Provide receipts for tax purposes.
  • Keep donors and volunteers informed about our mission, activities, and events.
  • Improve our website, fundraising efforts, and outreach.
  • Maintain compliance with nonprofit regulations.

3. Donations and Nonprofit Status

DCC is recognized as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. All donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.

  • Use of Donations: Contributions directly support volunteer services, dental hygiene training, and the purchase of equipment for our conservation and community missions.
  • Payment Processing: Donations are handled through secure, PCI-compliant third-party processors. We do not store your full credit card or banking details.
  • Acknowledgment: Donors receive confirmation and, when applicable, a tax-deductible receipt.

4. Sharing of Information

We respect your privacy. We do not sell, rent, or trade personal or donation information. We may share limited data only in the following cases:
  • Service Providers: With trusted vendors who help us operate our website or process donations.
  • Legal Compliance: If required by law, regulation, or valid legal process.
  • Organizational Needs: In connection with audits, financial reporting, or nonprofit compliance requirements.

5. Data Security

We take reasonable steps to protect your personal and financial information. All payment information is transmitted securely, and donation transactions are processed by trusted payment providers. However, no online system is completely immune from risk.

6. Your Privacy Choices

You have the right to:
  • Opt Out of Communications: Unsubscribe from emails by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in any message.
  • Update Information: Contact us to update or correct your personal details.
  • Request Deletion: Ask us to remove your personal data from our records, subject to legal and financial reporting requirements.

7. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date. We encourage you to review it periodically.

8. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, donations, or how your information is used, please contact us