Privacy Policy

Davis Dewberry Farm Foundation, Inc. values your trust and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you visit our website, make a donation, become a sponsor, volunteer, or participate in our programs.

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

• Personal Information: Name, address, phone number, email address, and payment details when you make a donation, sign up for a sponsorship, or complete a contact or volunteer form.

• Non-Personal Information: Browser type, device information, IP address, and general website analytics to improve user experience.

• Program Information: Relevant health, accessibility, or emergency details may be collected for participants or volunteers when necessary to ensure safety during on-site activities.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Process donations, sponsorships, and recurring payments securely.

• Send donation receipts and tax acknowledgment letters.

• Provide program or sponsorship updates, newsletters, or event information (if you opt in).

• Improve our website, programs, and services based on user feedback.

• Comply with applicable nonprofit, tax, and safety regulations.

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to any third party.

3. How We Protect Your Information

We use appropriate administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal data.

• All online financial transactions are encrypted and processed through secure, PCI-compliant third-party payment providers.

• Access to donor and participant data is restricted to authorized staff, volunteers, and board members who require it to perform their duties.

4. Email and Communication Preferences

If you subscribe to our newsletter or sponsorship updates, you may opt out at any time by clicking “unsubscribe” in any email or by contacting us directly at kdavis@davisdewberryfarm.org.

5. Donor and Sponsorship Transparency

All contributions are processed through trusted, encrypted payment systems. Donor information is used solely for acknowledgment, communication, and organizational reporting as required by law.
We respect donor anonymity upon request.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies or analytics tools to enhance browsing and measure engagement. Cookies collect non-personal data such as browser type, time spent on the site, and page visits. You can disable cookies in your browser settings without affecting donation capabilities.

7. Links to Third-Party Sites

Our website may include links to external sites (e.g., payment processors, partner organizations, or social media). We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those external websites.

8. Access, Correction, and Deletion of Your Data

You may request to review, update, or delete your personal information by contacting us at [Insert Email Address]. We will make every reasonable effort to comply with your request in accordance with applicable laws.

9. Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 years of age. Participation in farm programs by minors requires parental or guardian consent.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Updates will be posted on our website with a new effective date. Continued use of our website or services after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, or if you wish to opt out of communications, please contact us at:

Davis Dewberry Farm Foundation, Inc.

22215 Aquasco Road 

Aquasco, Maryland 20608

kdavis@davisdewberryfarm.org

410-587-6008