Privacy Policy

Heart of Juniper – Privacy Policy

Heart of Juniper – Privacy Policy Last Updated: December 2025

Heart of Juniper (“we,” “our,” “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy of every young person, 

supporter, volunteer, and visitor who engages with our mission. This Privacy Policy explains how we 

collect, use, store, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or interact with our 

programs and services.

By using our website, submitting forms, or providing information to Heart of Juniper, you consent 

to the practices described below.

1. Information We Collect

A. Information You Provide to Us Directly. We may collect:

• Name

• Email address

• Phone number

• Mailing address

• Program applications (youth programs, mentorship)

• Volunteer applications

• Event registrations

• Messages submitted via contact forms

• Newsletter sign-ups

• Any additional information you choose to share related to participation in our programs

B. Information Collected Automatically

When you browse our website, we may automatically collect:

• IP address

• Browser type and operating system

• Pages viewed and time spent on the site

• General location information (based on IP)

• Cookies and tracking data

C. Future Donations

Donation processing will occur through a secure third-party payment processor (such as Stripe) once 

donations are enabled. Stripe may collect:

• Payment information

• Billing address

• Transaction history

All payment data will be handled according to Stripe’s own privacy and security standards. Heart of 

Juniper does not store full payment card details on its own servers.

2. How We Use Your Information We use the information we collect to:

• Respond to inquiries and provide support

• Review youth or volunteer applications

• Communicate program updates, newsletters, and opportunities

• Manage event registrations and logistics

• Improve website performance and user experience

• Prepare for future fundraising and outreach efforts

• Comply with legal obligations and protect the safety of youth, staff, and community members We do 

not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.

3. How We Handle Information About Minors (Ages 13–17)

Because Heart of Juniper serves youth, we take extra care with minors’ information:

• Youth participants ages 13–17 should only submit forms with the knowledge or consent of a parent 

or guardian whenever possible.

• Information from minors is used solely for program participation, communication, and 

safety-related purposes.

• We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13. If we learn that we have 

collected information from a child under 13, we will delete it as soon as reasonably possible.

Youth Program Disclaimer:

Heart of Juniper’s programs are educational and mentorship-based. We do not provide therapy, 

clinical treatment, or emergency services. Any information shared with us through youth programs is 

used to support participation, track engagement, and improve program quality—not to diagnose, 

treat, or provide medical or psychological care.

4. Sharing and Disclosure of Information

We may share information only with trusted third parties who help us operate our mission, such as:

• Email marketing platforms

• CRM or nonprofit management tools

• Website hosting providers

• Analytics tools (such as Google Analytics)

• Payment processors (such as Stripe, once donations are enabled)

• Event registration and communication tools

These third parties only receive the information necessary to perform their services and are 

expected to protect it according to their own privacy practices.

We may also disclose information:

• When required by law, regulation, or legal process

• To protect the rights, safety, or property of Heart of Juniper, our participants, or the public

• To investigate or prevent potential policy violations, misuse, or abuse of our programs

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:

• Improve site performance and functionality

• Understand how visitors use our website

• Personalize content and user experiences

You can adjust your browser settings to block or delete cookies. However, some features of the 

website may not function properly without cookies.

6. Your Choices and Rights You may:

• Opt out of newsletters or marketing emails at any time by using the unsubscribe link or 

contacting us

• Request access to the personal information we hold about you

• Ask us to correct or update your information

• Request deletion of your information, subject to legal or safety obligations

• Withdraw consent for nonessential data collection where applicable

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at:

Email: juniper@heartofjuniper.org

7. Data Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information 

from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or misuse. While we work to protect your data, no 

method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot 

guarantee absolute security.

8. External Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not operated by Heart of 

Juniper. We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or policies of these third 

parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal 

information.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our programs, tools, or 

legal requirements. When we do, we will revise the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page. 

Your continued use of the website after changes are posted will constitute your acceptance of those 

changes.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or complaints about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, 

please contact:

Heart of Juniper

Email: juniper@heartofjuniper.org