Last Updated: March 2026
1. Introduction
Faith in God Charity Missions (“FIGCM,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting the privacy of our donors, volunteers, website visitors, and all individuals who interact with our organization. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you visit our website (figcm.org), make donations, sign up for communications, or engage with our services.
This policy applies to all personal data processed by FIGCM, whether you are located in the United States, Cameroon, the European Union, or elsewhere. We comply with applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for individuals in the European Economic Area (EEA) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) for California residents.
2. Information We Collect
Information you provide directly:
- Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address when you make a donation, submit a contact form, sign up for our newsletter, apply to volunteer, or inquire about partnerships
- Payment information (credit card, bank details) when processing donations through our secure third-party payment providers
- Communication preferences and correspondence history
Information collected automatically:
- IP address, browser type, operating system, and device information
- Pages visited, time spent on pages, referring URLs, and navigation patterns
- Cookies, pixel tags, and similar tracking technologies (see Section 7)
Information from third parties:
- Payment processing confirmations from our donation platform providers
- Analytics data from Google Analytics or similar services
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- Process and acknowledge donations, issue tax receipts, and maintain donor records
- Send newsletters, program updates, impact reports, and fundraising communications (with your consent)
- Respond to inquiries, volunteer applications, and partnership requests
- Improve our website functionality, content, and user experience
- Analyze website traffic and engagement patterns
- Comply with legal obligations, including tax reporting and financial auditing
- Prevent fraud and ensure the security of our systems
4. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)
For individuals in the European Economic Area, we process personal data under the following legal bases:
- Consent: When you opt in to receive our newsletter or marketing communications
- Contractual necessity: When processing donations or volunteer agreements
- Legitimate interest: When analyzing website usage, improving our services, or communicating about our mission
- Legal obligation: When complying with tax, financial reporting, or regulatory requirements
You may withdraw consent at any time by contacting us or using the unsubscribe link in our emails.
5. Information Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share information in the following circumstances:
- Service providers: Trusted third parties who assist with payment processing, email delivery, website hosting, and analytics, subject to confidentiality agreements
- Legal requirements: When required by law, regulation, legal process, or governmental request
- Organizational transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or organizational restructuring
- With your consent: When you explicitly authorize sharing for a specific purpose
6. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information, including:
- SSL/TLS encryption for all data transmitted through our website
- Secure third-party payment processing (we do not store credit card numbers on our servers)
- Access controls limiting personnel access to personal data on a need-to-know basis
- Regular security assessments of our systems and processes
While we strive to protect your information, no method of electronic transmission or storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security but are committed to promptly addressing any data breach in accordance with applicable notification laws.
7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to:
- Remember your preferences and settings
- Analyze site traffic and usage patterns through analytics services
- Improve website performance and functionality
Types of cookies we use:
- Essential cookies: Required for basic website functionality (session management, security)
- Analytics cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our website (e.g., Google Analytics)
- Preference cookies: Remember your settings and choices
You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. Disabling cookies may affect website functionality. For users in the EEA, we obtain consent before setting non-essential cookies.
8. Third-Party Links and Services
Our website may contain links to third-party websites, payment processors, and social media platforms. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external services. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing personal information.
Third-party services we may use include:
- Payment processors (for donation processing)
- Email marketing platforms (for newsletter delivery)
- Analytics services (for website usage analysis)
- Social media platforms (for community engagement)
9. Data Retention
We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law. Specifically:
- Donation records: Retained for a minimum of 7 years for tax and audit purposes
- Newsletter subscribers: Retained until you unsubscribe or request deletion
- Contact form submissions: Retained for up to 2 years
- Website analytics data: Retained in anonymized form
10. Your Rights
All individuals:
- Request access to your personal information
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal retention requirements)
- Opt out of marketing communications at any time
Additional rights for EEA residents (GDPR):
- Right to data portability
- Right to restrict processing
- Right to object to processing based on legitimate interest
- Right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority
Additional rights for California residents (CCPA):
- Right to know what personal information is collected and how it is used
- Right to request deletion of personal information
- Right to opt out of the sale of personal information (note: we do not sell personal information)
- Right to non-discrimination for exercising privacy rights
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at info@figcm.org. We will respond within 30 days (or within the timeframe required by applicable law).
11. Children’s Privacy
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13 (or under 16 in the EEA). If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child, please contact us immediately at info@figcm.org and we will take steps to delete the information.
12. International Data Transfers
FIGCM operates in the United States and Cameroon. If you are located outside the United States, your personal data may be transferred to and processed in the United States. We take appropriate measures to ensure that international transfers comply with applicable data protection laws.
13. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technologies, legal requirements, or other factors. Material changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
14. Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
Email: info@figcm.org
Phone: +1 (571) 643-9177
Faith in God Charity Missions is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization registered in the United States.