Effective Date: February 12, 2025
Last Updated: February 12, 2025
BLOCC is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency about how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains what data we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding your information when you visit our website, engage with our programs, donate, or subscribe to our communications.
1. Information We Collect
We collect different types of information, including:
a. Personal Information
When you interact with our website or services, we may collect:
Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address
Donation history and payment details (processed securely)
Volunteer applications and participation history
Communications preferences and feedback
b. Non-Personal Information
Website analytics, such as IP address, browser type, pages visited, and time spent on the site
Cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve website performance
2. How We Use Your Information
We use collected information:
Communicate with you about events, volunteer opportunities, and initiatives
Process and acknowledge donations securely
Improve our programs, services, and website functionality
Comply with legal and regulatory requirements
Send newsletters and updates (with opt-out options)
3. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. However, we may share information:
With service providers: (e.g., email platforms, payment processors) to facilitate operations
With legal authorities: if required by law or to protect our rights
With partner organizations: only when collaborating on community programs (with your consent)
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website may use cookies to enhance user experience. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.
5. Data Security
We implement reasonable security measures to protect your data, but no system is 100% secure. If a breach occurs, we will take appropriate steps to notify affected users.
6. Your Rights and Choices
Access & Update: Request a copy of your personal data or update your information
Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from newsletters or marketing communications at any time
Data Deletion: Request removal of your personal data, subject to legal retention requirements
7. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices and encourage you to review their policies.
8. Children’s Privacy
We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13. If we become aware of such collection, we will delete the information.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy periodically. The latest version will always be posted on our website.
10. Contact Us
For questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, contact us at:
BLOCC (Building Lives of Community Concern)
Location: 9151 N. 51st Street, Brown Deer Wisconsin 53233
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (414) 803-9644
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