Privacy Policy

Spirits of the Pharaoh Foundation, Inc.

Effective Date: November 9, 2026

Spirits of the Pharaoh Foundation, Inc. (the “Foundation,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) is a Wisconsin-based nonprofit organization dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating, and rehoming Egyptian Baladi dogs while promoting awareness of their historical and cultural heritage.

We respect the privacy of our supporters, donors, volunteers, adoption applicants, and website visitors. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and disclose personal information obtained through our website, communications, and Foundation activities.

Our website is located at https://spiritsofthepharaoh.org.

Depending on how you interact with the Foundation, we may collect the following information:

• Contact Information: Names, email addresses, telephone numbers, mailing addresses, and other information voluntarily provided.
• Adoption Information: Information submitted through adoption applications, including household circumstances, pet ownership history, references, and other details relevant to evaluating a prospective adoption.
• Donation Information: Donor names, contact details, contribution amounts, and transaction records. Payment information may be processed through secure third-party payment providers.
• Volunteer Information: Contact details, availability, experience, and other information provided by individuals interested in supporting Foundation activities.
• Communications: Information provided when contacting the Foundation by telephone, email, text message, website forms, or other communication channels.
• Website Usage Information: Technical information such as browser type, device information, IP address, and website activity that may be collected through cookies, analytics services, or website hosting technologies.

We collect personal information only when reasonably necessary for legitimate Foundation activities or when voluntarily provided by individuals interacting with us.

Spirits of the Pharaoh Foundation, Inc. respects your privacy and your right to control the communications you receive from us. 

Your contact information will be used exclusively to send you messages you have opted to receive based on your consent. We do not sell or share your personal information with third parties.

We will send promotional or informational text messages only when appropriate consent has been obtained.

If you consent to receive text messages from the Foundation:

• Message frequency may vary.
• Message and data rates may apply.
• You may opt out of text communications at any time by replying STOP.
• You may reply HELP for assistance, where supported by our messaging provider.
• Consent to receive text messages is not required to adopt a dog, make a donation, or receive other Foundation services.

Mobile telephone numbers and SMS consent information will not be sold, rented, or shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes.

Telephone numbers and contact information may be used to respond to inquiries, coordinate adoption activities, provide rescue-related updates, and communicate regarding other Foundation activities for which the individual has provided appropriate consent.

The Foundation may use personal information to:

• Respond to inquiries and requests for information.
• Review, process, and coordinate adoption applications.
• Communicate with prospective adopters regarding available dogs and adoption arrangements.
• Coordinate veterinary care, rescue activities, transportation, and placement of rescued animals.
• Process donations and maintain appropriate financial records.
• Provide donation acknowledgments and receipts.
• Coordinate volunteers, foster families, and Foundation supporters.
• Distribute Foundation news, rescue updates, and educational materials when individuals have requested or consented to such communications.
• Maintain and improve website functionality and security.
• Comply with applicable legal, regulatory, and nonprofit reporting obligations.

We do not use personal information for purposes unrelated to the Foundation's mission without an appropriate legal basis or consent.

The Foundation does not sell, rent, or trade personal information.

Where reasonably necessary to carry out Foundation activities, limited personal information may be disclosed to authorized service providers or operational partners, including:

• Veterinary professionals involved in the care and placement of rescued dogs.
• Rescue, foster, and adoption partners assisting with approved Foundation activities.
• Transportation and animal relocation service providers.
• Secure donation and payment processing services.
• Website hosting, email, and technology service providers.
• Government or regulatory authorities when disclosure is legally required.

Such disclosures are limited to information reasonably necessary for the relevant purpose.

The Foundation does not share mobile telephone numbers or SMS opt-in consent information with third parties for their independent marketing or promotional activities.

Donations made through the Foundation's website may be processed by independent third-party payment providers.

The Foundation does not intend to store complete credit card or banking information on its website servers.

Payment processors may collect and process information necessary to complete transactions under their own privacy and security policies.

The Foundation may retain donation records as necessary for accounting, donor acknowledgment, tax reporting, and nonprofit compliance purposes.

Information submitted through adoption applications is used to evaluate prospective placements and support responsible animal adoption.

Application information may include personal contact details, household information, animal care experience, references, and other relevant information.

The Foundation will take reasonable measures to safeguard this information and restrict access to individuals involved in the adoption review and placement process.

Information may be shared with appropriate veterinary, foster, or rescue partners when necessary to evaluate or complete an adoption.

Adoption application information will not be sold or used for unrelated commercial marketing purposes.

Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to support website functionality, improve visitor experience, and understand general website usage.

These technologies may collect information about browser settings, device characteristics, website visits, and interactions with website content.

Visitors may be able to limit or disable cookies through their browser settings. Certain website functions may not operate as intended when cookies are disabled.

Third-party website hosting or analytics providers may have separate privacy practices governing their technologies.

The Foundation takes reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational precautions to protect personal information against unauthorized access, misuse, alteration, or disclosure.

Access to sensitive information is limited to individuals who require it for authorized Foundation activities.

Although we strive to protect information entrusted to us, no electronic transmission or storage system can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

Personal information is retained only for as long as reasonably necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy, meet operational requirements, resolve disputes, or comply with applicable legal and regulatory obligations.

Information that is no longer required may be securely deleted, destroyed, or anonymized when reasonably practicable.

Individuals may contact the Foundation to:

• Request information about personal data they have provided.
• Request correction of inaccurate personal information.
• Request deletion of personal information, subject to applicable legal and recordkeeping requirements.
• Withdraw consent for optional communications.
• Unsubscribe from email updates or text messages.

Requests will be reviewed and addressed within a reasonable period, consistent with applicable law and Foundation obligations.

Our website may contain links to external websites, donation platforms, social media services, or other third-party resources.

The Foundation is not responsible for the privacy practices, security, or content of websites operated by independent organizations.

Visitors are encouraged to review the privacy policies of external websites before submitting personal information.

The Foundation's website is intended for a general audience and is not designed to knowingly collect personal information directly from children under the age of 13 without appropriate parental or guardian consent.

If we become aware that personal information has been collected from a child inappropriately, we will take reasonable steps to delete or otherwise address the information.

The Foundation may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in operations, website functionality, communication practices, or applicable legal requirements.

Revisions will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

Continued use of the website following publication of changes constitutes acknowledgment of the updated policy, to the extent permitted by applicable law.

For questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or the handling of personal information, please contact:

Spirits of the Pharaoh Foundation, Inc.

West Bend, Wisconsin, United States

Email: info@spiritsofthepharaoh.org

Website: https://spiritsofthepharaoh.org

Spirits of the Pharaoh Foundation, Inc.

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