This Privacy Policy explains how the Brookfield Community Food Cupboard (“we,” “our,” or “us”) collects, uses, and protects the personal information you share with us through our website.
1. Information We Collect
Our website does not require user accounts or logins. We collect only the personal information you voluntarily provide, such as through our volunteer application form, event signup form, or donation/purchase form. This basic information may include:
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Donation or purchase amount
We do not collect payment card details through our website.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information you provide for the following purposes:
- To respond to inquiries and requests
- To coordinate volunteers and community events
- To maintain basic event or donation records as required for administrative purposes
We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes.
3. How Your Information Is Protected
We take reasonable steps to protect the information you share with us. Safeguards include:
- Secure Transmission: All data sent through our website uses HTTPS encryption.
- Secure Storage: Information is stored in password-protected systems, such as Google Workspace, which includes Gmail and related tools. Access is restricted to authorized volunteers or staff.
- Canadian Hosting: Our website itself is hosted in Canada, ensuring that general web data remains under Canadian privacy protections.
- Data Minimization: We collect only what is necessary and retain it only as long as needed to fulfill its purpose.
- Training and Access Control: Individuals with access to personal data are trained in privacy and confidentiality practices.
4. Hosting and Jurisdiction
Our website is hosted in Canada. However, personal information provided through forms (such as volunteer applications and event subscriptions) may be stored and processed through Google Workspace, which may store data on servers located outside of Canada. Google Workspace adheres to recognized privacy and security standards, including GDPR and ISO certifications.
5. No User Accounts
You cannot log in or create an account on this website. We do not store passwords or track user activity beyond standard anonymized website analytics (such as visitor counts and page views).
6. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. The most recent version will always be available on this page, with the “Last Updated” date shown above.
7. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us at: brookfieldfoodcupboard@gmail.com