Privacy Policy

Effective Date: July 1, 2026  ·  Last Updated: July 1, 2026

Rooted in Purpose, Inc. ("we," "our," or "the Organization") is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization headquartered in Fort Worth, Texas (EIN: 39-4888577). Donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. We are committed to protecting the privacy of everyone who visits our website or interacts with our organization. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

• Contact information you voluntarily provide when emailing us, filling out forms, or requesting program information — such as your name, email address, and phone number.
• Donation information processed through PayPal. We do not store credit card or payment details on our servers. All payment processing is handled by PayPal under their own privacy policy.
• Usage data such as pages visited, time spent on the site, browser type, and referring URLs, collected through standard web analytics tools.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Respond to your inquiries and program requests
• Process and acknowledge donations
• Send you organizational updates, impact reports, and program announcements (only if you opt in)
• Improve our website and communications
• Comply with legal and regulatory requirements

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.

3. Donation Processing

Donations made through our website are processed by PayPal. When you click our donation button, you are directed to PayPal's secure platform. Your payment information is subject to PayPal's Privacy Policy. We receive confirmation of your donation but do not receive or store your financial account details.

4. Cookies and Tracking

Our website may use standard browser cookies and analytics tools to understand how visitors use our site. These tools collect aggregated, anonymized data and do not identify you personally. You may disable cookies in your browser settings, though this may affect some site functionality.

5. Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We may share information with:

• Service providers who assist us in operating our website or communications (e.g., email platforms), under strict confidentiality agreements
• Legal or regulatory authorities if required by law

6. Data Retention

We retain contact and donor information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy or as required by law. You may request deletion of your information at any time by contacting us.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your state of residence, you may have rights to access, correct, or delete personal information we hold about you. To exercise these rights, contact us at Info@rootedinpurpose.org.

8. Children's Privacy

Our website is not directed to children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us immediately.

9. Medical Information Disclaimer

The health information provided on this website is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the guidance of a qualified healthcare provider for questions about your health or a medical condition.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Continued use of our website constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

• Email: Info@rootedinpurpose.org
• Phone: 470-240-8980
• Mailing address: Rooted in Purpose, Inc., Fort Worth, Texas 76119