Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 5 January 2025

At Pace Forward, we respect and value the privacy of our supporters and participants. This privacy policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. By engaging with us, you consent to the practices described below.

1. Information We Collect
We collect personal information to provide services related to our running programs and charity events, including:

Personal Identification Information: Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address.
Demographic Information: Age, gender, and race preferences (optional, for event purposes).
Payment Information: Credit card and billing information for registration fees for events.
Health Information: Medical or emergency contact details (only for event participation, if applicable).

2. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information for the following purposes:

To process event registrations and donations.
To communicate important updates about events, programs, or changes to our nonprofit activities.
To improve our programs, services, and overall participant experience.
To send newsletters and other communications about our initiatives (you can opt out at any time).
To comply with legal and regulatory requirements.

3. Sharing Your Information
We do not share, sell, or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information with trusted service providers for purposes such as payment processing or event coordination, but only in relation to your participation with us. These third parties are obligated to protect your information in a manner consistent with this privacy policy.

4. Security
We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. This includes using encryption technologies for sensitive data transactions, such as payment information. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Data Retention
We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this privacy policy or as required by law. You may request the deletion of your information by contacting us directly.

6. Your Rights
You have the right to:

Access and update your personal information.
Request the deletion of your personal information.
Opt out of receiving promotional emails or newsletters.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at paceforward.npo@gmail.com.

7. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

8. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this privacy policy, please contact us at paceforward.npo@gmail.com.