Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 10/30/25

At 1 Act of Kindness, your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you engage with our organization—whether by visiting our website, subscribing to our communications, donating, or participating in our programs and events.

1. Who We Are

1 Act of Kindness is a registered nonprofit organization dedicated to enacting a single act of kindness, building a new home for the Kostenbauder family at no cost to them.

For questions about this policy or how your information is handled, please contact us at:
📧 contact@1actofkindness.net
📬 2420 Oakmont Rd., Dover, PA 17315

2. Information We Collect

We collect only the information necessary to carry out our mission and maintain communication with our supporters. This may include:

a. Personal Information

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Mailing address

  • Donation details (amount, frequency, and method of payment)

b. Non-Personal Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect limited data such as:

  • Browser type and version

  • Device type

  • IP address

  • Pages visited and time spent on the site

This helps us understand how people use our site and improve your experience.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information you provide to:

  • Process donations and send receipts or acknowledgments

  • Communicate about our programs, events, and volunteer opportunities

  • Respond to inquiries or feedback

  • Improve our website and outreach efforts

  • Comply with legal and regulatory obligations

We will never sell or rent your personal information to third parties.

4. Sharing of Information

We may share your information only in limited circumstances, such as:

  • With trusted third-party service providers (e.g., payment processors, email newsletter platforms) who help us operate our programs and website

  • When required by law or to protect our legal rights

All partners are required to keep your information secure and use it only for authorized purposes.

5. Donations and Payment Security

All online donations are processed through Zeffy using secure payment processing servers. We do not store your full credit card or banking information on our servers.

6. Email and Communications

If you subscribe to our updates, we may send you newsletters, event announcements, and impact stories. You may unsubscribe at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in any email or by contacting us directly.

7. Cookies and Tracking

Our website may use cookies—small files stored on your device—to enhance functionality and analyze website traffic. You can choose to disable cookies through your browser settings, though some features of our website may not function properly as a result.

8. Data Retention

We retain your information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or to meet legal obligations. When information is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it.

9. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

  • Access and receive a copy of your personal information

  • Correct or update inaccurate data

  • Request deletion of your data

  • Withdraw consent for communications

To exercise these rights, please contact us at contact@1actofkindness.net

10. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
📧 contact@1actofkindness.net
📬 2420 Oakmont Rd., Dover, PA 17315