Privacy Policy

Independence Northwest respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect through our website, how we use it, and the choices you have. We collect only the information necessary to operate our programs and website and handle it responsibly and securely.

Although nonprofit organizations are generally exempt from the Oregon Consumer Privacy Act (OCPA), we voluntarily follow privacy best practices consistent with Oregon privacy expectations.

1. Information We Collect

Website Visit Information

When you visit our website, we automatically receive limited technical information such as:

  • IP address
  • Browser type
  • Device type
  • Pages visited

This information is collected through standard website analytics tools and is used only in aggregated form to understand website traffic and improve our site. We do not use this information to identify individual visitors and do not track visitors across other websites.

Donations

Donations are processed securely through Stripe, a third-party payment processor. Payment information is entered directly on Stripe’s platform and is not stored on our website servers.

We may receive basic donor information necessary to acknowledge donations (such as name and email, if provided).

Stripe privacy policy: https://stripe.com/privacy

Forms and Surveys

We use secure third-party form and survey platforms to collect information submitted voluntarily through our website. Some forms are configured to meet enhanced security standards when sensitive information is involved.

Information submitted through forms or surveys is used only for the purpose described on the form or survey and is handled confidentially.

Email Newsletters

If you sign up for our newsletter, your email address is stored in Constant Contact, an email communications provider. We use this service to send updates and newsletters.

We may see general engagement information (such as whether an email was opened), but we do not combine newsletter engagement data with website visitor data.

You may unsubscribe at any time using the link in any email.

Constant Contact privacy policy: https://www.constantcontact.com/legal/privacy-statement 

2. How We Use Information

We use information only to:

  • Operate and improve our website
  • Process donations
  • Respond to submitted forms and surveys
  • Send newsletters to subscribers
  • Meet legal or compliance obligations

We do not sell personal information and do not use personal data for advertising or profiling.

3. Information Sharing

We share information only with trusted service providers necessary to operate our organization, such as payment processors, secure form providers, email communication services, and website infrastructure providers. These providers are required to safeguard information and use it only to provide services on our behalf.

We may disclose information if required by law.

4. Data Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal information. Sensitive forms are configured for secure transmission. While no system can guarantee absolute security, we take privacy and data protection seriously and review our practices regularly.

5. Cookies and Tracking

Our website uses basic cookies and analytics tools to understand site usage. These cookies do not personally identify visitors.

You may disable cookies through your browser settings if you prefer.

6. Your Privacy Choices and Rights

You may:

  • Unsubscribe from email communications at any time
  • Request removal of information you submitted through forms
  • Ask questions about how your information is used

To make a request, contact us using the information below. We will respond within a reasonable time.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purpose for which it was collected, meet legal obligations, or maintain required organizational records.

8. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children through the website.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. The effective date of this version of the policy is 02.01.2026.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact:

Larry Deal, Policy and Communications Officer
Independence Northwest
919 NE 19th Avenue #275
Portland, OR  97232
Direct Line: 503.546.2951
Email: connect@independencenw.org