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Privacy Policy

​Privacy Policy

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Effective Date: May 14, 2026

The Galveston Bay Foundation (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting the privacy of our donors, volunteers, and supporters. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information through our website and offline interactions.

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We collect information that helps us fulfill our mission of preserving and enhancing Galveston Bay. This includes:

  • Personal Identifiers: Name, mailing address, email address, and phone number.

  • Financial Information: Credit card numbers or bank details (processed securely via third-party payment processors) for donations or memberships.

  • Engagement Data: Volunteer interests, event attendance, and communication preferences.

  • Technical Data: IP addresses, browser types, and cookies used to improve your experience on our website.

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Your information is used to:

  • Process donations and provide tax receipts.

  • Send updates regarding conservation projects and advocacy alerts.

  • Coordinate volunteer opportunities and educational programs.

  • Analyze website traffic to improve our digital outreach.

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We do not sell, rent, or lease our mailing lists to third parties. We only share information in the following circumstances:

  • Service Providers: With trusted partners who help us operate our website or process payments (e.g., Blackbaud, Stripe).

  • Legal Requirements: If required by law or to protect the safety and rights of the Foundation.

  • With Your Consent: If you explicitly opt-in to have your name listed in an annual report or donor recognition gallery.

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You have control over how we communicate with you:

  • Opt-Out: You can unsubscribe from our emails at any time by clicking the "unsubscribe" link at the bottom of any message.

  • Access and Correction: You may contact us to review the personal information we have on file or to request corrections.

  • Cookie Management: Most web browsers allow you to decline cookies, though this may affect some website features.

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We implement a variety of security measures to maintain the safety of your personal information. Financial transactions are encrypted using Secure Socket Layer (SSL) technology. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

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Our website is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children without parental consent. If we learn we have collected such information, we will delete it promptly.

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If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our treatment of your data, please reach out to us:

Galveston Bay Foundation 1725 Highway 146 Kemah, TX 77565 Email: info@galvbay.org Phone: (281) 332-3381

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