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Privacy Policy

New Refuge

Effective Date: January 2026
Last Updated: January 2026

 

1. Introduction

New Refuge (“New Refuge,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) is a nonprofit organization incorporated in the State of Wyoming and organized for charitable and educational purposes.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect personal information in connection with our website and organizational activities. We are committed to operating responsibly, transparently, and in compliance with applicable U.S. and European data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), where applicable.

 

2. Scope of This Policy

This Privacy Policy applies to:

  • Visitors to the New Refuge website

  • Individuals who contact New Refuge

  • Representatives of partner organizations, donors, and vendors

This policy does not apply to children, as New Refuge does not collect personal data from minors.

 

3. Information We Collect

New Refuge follows a data minimization approach and collects only information necessary to operate responsibly.

A. Information You Provide Voluntarily

We may collect:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Organization name

  • Country or region

  • Inquiry or message content

This information is collected when you:

  • Contact us via email or contact forms

  • Submit partnership or collaboration inquiries

  • Communicate with us for operational purposes

 

B. Donation-Related Information

Donations made through third-party payment processors are handled directly by those providers.

New Refuge:

  • Does not store credit card or banking information

  • Receives only limited transaction details necessary for recordkeeping

Payment processors maintain their own privacy and security practices.

 

C. Information We Do Not Collect

New Refuge does not collect:

  • Personal data from children

  • Sensitive personal data (e.g., health, biometric, or government ID data)

  • Personal data for advertising or profiling purposes

 

4. How We Use Information

We use personal information solely for legitimate nonprofit operational purposes, including:

  • Responding to inquiries

  • Communicating with partners and donors

  • Managing organizational operations

  • Meeting legal and regulatory requirements

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

 

5. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

Where GDPR applies, New Refuge processes personal data based on:

  • Legitimate organizational interests

  • Consent provided by the individual

  • Compliance with legal obligations

We do not engage in automated decision-making or profiling.

 

6. Data Sharing

New Refuge may share limited personal information with:

  • Service providers supporting website hosting or email services

  • Payment processors for donation processing

  • Legal or regulatory authorities when required by law

We do not share data for marketing or advertising purposes.

 

7. International Data Transfers

New Refuge is based in the United States. Personal information may be processed or stored in the United States or other jurisdictions where service providers operate.

Where required, we take reasonable steps to ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international data transfers.

 

8. Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to:

  • Fulfill operational purposes

  • Comply with legal, accounting, or reporting requirements

Information that is no longer required is securely deleted or anonymized.

 

9. Data Security

New Refuge implements reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational measures to protect personal information against unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or disclosure.

While no system is completely secure, we take appropriate steps to safeguard information consistent with our operational scope.

 

10. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights regarding your personal information, including:

  • The right to access your data

  • The right to request correction or deletion

  • The right to withdraw consent where applicable

Requests may be submitted using the contact information below.

 

11. Children’s Privacy

New Refuge does not knowingly collect or process personal data from children.

All programs benefiting children are delivered through partner organizations, which are responsible for safeguarding and data protection in their respective environments.

 

12. Cookies and Website Analytics

New Refuge uses limited website analytics to understand general site usage and improve functionality.

  • Analytics data is aggregated and non-identifying

  • No tracking for advertising or profiling

  • Cookies, if used, are limited to essential or functional purposes

Additional information may be provided in a separate Cookie Notice if required.

 

13. Changes to This Policy

New Refuge may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect operational or legal changes. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

 

14. Contact Information

For questions about this Privacy Policy or data practices, please contact:

New Refuge
Wyoming, United States
Email: info@newrefuge.org
Website: newrefuge.org

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