Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 03/15/2026
Last Updated: 03/15/2026
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Harbor Hall Foundation (“we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us through our website and related online services.
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This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you visit our website, make a donation, sign up for communications, submit a contact form, or otherwise interact with Harbor Hall Foundation online.
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By using our website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
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1. Who We Are
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Harbor Hall Foundation is a nonprofit organization that provides philanthropic support for recovery programs and related initiatives serving Northern Michigan.
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Harbor Hall Foundation is the data controller responsible for personal information collected through this website.
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If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, you may contact us at:
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Harbor Hall Foundation
P.O. Box 376
Harbor Springs, Michigan 49740
hhallfoundation@att.net
(231) 526-5568
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2. Information We Collect
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We may collect personal information directly from you, automatically through your use of our website, and from trusted third-party service providers.
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Information You Provide Voluntarily
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We may collect information you choose to provide, including:
• Name
• Email address
• Mailing address
• Phone number
• Donation amount and donation history
• Payment-related information submitted through our donation processor
• Message content submitted through contact forms
• Event registration information
• Newsletter signup information
• Any other information you choose to submit to us
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Information Collected Automatically
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When you visit our website, certain information may be collected automatically, such as:
• IP address
• Browser type
• Device type
• Operating system
• Pages visited
• Time spent on pages
• Referral source
• Date and time of access
• General geographic location based on IP address
• Website usage and interaction data
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3. Cookies and Similar Technologies
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Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve site functionality, understand website traffic, remember user preferences, and support communications and outreach efforts.
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These technologies may collect information about how visitors use our website.
Most web browsers allow you to control cookie settings. Disabling cookies may affect the functionality of certain features of the website.
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4. How We Use Your Information
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We may use your information to:
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• Process donations and acknowledgments
• Communicate with you about our mission, programs, initiatives, and events
• Respond to inquiries and requests
• Send newsletters, updates, and fundraising communications
• Maintain donor records and relationship history
• Improve our website and user experience
• Analyze website traffic and engagement
• Comply with legal, regulatory, accounting, or reporting obligations
• Protect the security and integrity of our website and operations
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Information collected through the website is used to support the mission and operations of Harbor Hall Foundation.
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5. Online Donations and Payment Processing
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Harbor Hall Foundation may use third-party donation and payment processing platforms, including Qgiv, to process online donations securely.
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When you make a donation through our website, your payment information is generally collected and processed directly by the third-party payment processor and not stored on Harbor Hall Foundation servers.
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Information submitted through third-party donation pages is also subject to the privacy policies of those providers. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party platform used to process donations.
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6. Donor Management and Communications Platforms
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We may use trusted third-party tools and service providers to manage donor records, communications, and outreach efforts, including Bloomerang and email communication platforms.
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These providers may process personal information on our behalf for purposes such as:
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• Donor recordkeeping
• Email communication
• Event management
• Campaign management
• Reporting and analytics
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Service providers are expected to use appropriate safeguards and process information only as necessary to support Harbor Hall Foundation operations.
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7. Donor Privacy
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Harbor Hall Foundation values donor privacy.
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We do not sell, rent, trade, or share donor names or personal information with outside organizations for their independent marketing purposes.
Donor information is used only for legitimate nonprofit purposes such as donation processing, donor communication, recordkeeping, and mission-related outreach.
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Donors may request to remain anonymous in donor recognition materials. Requests for anonymity will be honored whenever possible.
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8. Email Communications and Opt-Out
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If you sign up for our newsletter, make a donation, register for an event, or otherwise provide your email address, we may send communications related to the mission and activities of Harbor Hall Foundation.
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These communications may include:
• organizational updates
• newsletters
• fundraising appeals
• event announcements
• mission-related information
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You may opt out of marketing emails at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in an email or contacting us directly.
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Administrative communications related to donations or transactions may still be sent as necessary.
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9. Information Sharing
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We do not sell personal information.
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We may share information only in limited circumstances:
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Service Providers
With trusted vendors who assist in operating our website, processing donations, maintaining donor records, sending communications, or analyzing website performance.
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Legal Compliance
When required to comply with legal obligations, court orders, subpoenas, or lawful requests by government authorities.
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Organizational Protection
When necessary to protect the rights, safety, and security of Harbor Hall Foundation, our supporters, or the public.
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10. Social Media and External Links
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Our website may contain links to external platforms including social media sites or other websites.
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These may include:
• Facebook
• Instagram
• LinkedIn
• YouTube
• third-party donation platforms
• other external websites
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When you leave our website and visit a third-party site, that site’s privacy policy governs the information you provide.
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Harbor Hall Foundation is not responsible for the privacy practices of external websites.
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11. Data Security
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Harbor Hall Foundation takes reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.
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However, no system of data transmission or storage can be guaranteed to be completely secure. While we strive to protect personal information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
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12. Data Retention
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We retain personal information only as long as necessary to:
• maintain donor and organizational records
• comply with legal and accounting obligations
• fulfill the purposes described in this policy
• support the mission and operations of Harbor Hall Foundation
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Retention periods may vary depending on the nature of the information and applicable legal requirements.
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13. Your Privacy Choices
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Individuals may contact Harbor Hall Foundation to:
• request access to personal information
• request corrections to inaccurate information
• request removal from communications
• ask questions about how information is used
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Requests may be submitted using the contact information listed in this policy.
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14. Children's Information
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The Harbor Hall Foundation website is intended for a general audience and is not designed for or directed toward children.
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We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under the age of 13 through this website. If we become aware that personal information from a child under the age of 13 has been submitted through the website, we will take reasonable steps to remove that information.
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Parents or guardians who believe that a child may have submitted personal information through this website may contact us so the information can be reviewed and removed if appropriate.
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15. Accessibility
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Harbor Hall Foundation is committed to making its website accessible and usable for all visitors.
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If you experience difficulty accessing content or navigating the website, please contact us and we will make reasonable efforts to assist you.
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16. Changes to This Privacy Policy
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Harbor Hall Foundation may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or organizational practices.
When updates are made, the revised policy will be posted on this page and the “Last Updated” date will be changed.
Continued use of the website after updates are posted indicates acceptance of the revised policy.
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17. Contact Information
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If you have questions regarding this Privacy Policy or Harbor Hall Foundation’s privacy practices, please contact us at:
Harbor Hall Foundation
P.O. Box 376
Harbor Springs, Michigan 49740
hhallfoundation@att.net
(231) 526-5568