Privacy Policy

Last Updated: Jan, 23. 2025

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MPSA (McDowell Partners for Substance Awareness) is committed to protecting the privacy of our website visitors, donors, and community members. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website. By using our site, you agree to the terms outlined below.​​

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1. Information We Collect

When you visit or interact with our website, we may collect the following types of information:

A. Personal Information

We may collect personally identifiable information that you voluntarily provide, including but not limited to:

• Name

• Email address

• Phone number

• Mailing address

• Payment information (for donations)

• Any other information you provide through contact forms, newsletter sign-ups, or event registrations

B. Non-Personal Information

We may also collect non-personal information automatically, such as:

• IP address

• Browser type and version

• Device information

• Pages visited on our website

• Date and time of access

• Referral sources (how you arrived at our site)

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2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information collected to:
✅ Process donations and provide tax receipts
✅ Respond to inquiries and communicate with you
✅ Send updates about MPSA’s programs, events, and initiatives
✅ Improve our website and user experience
✅ Ensure website security and prevent fraudulent activity
✅ Comply with legal obligations

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3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. However, we may share it in the following circumstances:

• With Service Providers: We may share information with third-party vendors who help us process payments, manage email communications, or improve our website functionality.

• With Legal Authorities: If required by law or in response to legal processes, we may disclose personal information to comply with legal obligations.

• With Your Consent: If you specifically authorize us to share your information for other purposes.

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4. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help us analyze website traffic and remember user preferences.

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Managing Cookies:

You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies or alert you when they are being used. However, disabling cookies may impact your ability to access certain features of our website.

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5. Data Security

We take reasonable precautions to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or disclosure. However, no method of online transmission or storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

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6. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those external sites. Please review their privacy policies before providing personal information.

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7. Your Rights & Choices

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

• Access & Correction: Request a copy of the personal data we have about you and ask for corrections if necessary.

• Opt-Out of Communications: Unsubscribe from our emails or marketing messages at any time.

• Delete Your Data: Request that we delete your personal information, subject to legal and operational obligations.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details below.

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8. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us to have it removed.

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9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. Continued use of our website after changes take effect constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.

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10. Contact Information

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact us:

📧 Email: info@mcdowellpsa.org
📞 Phone:  (704) 974-1759

📍 Address: P.O. Box 1709, Marion, NC 28752

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By using our website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.