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Privacy Policy

Effective Date: October 2025

National Winter Activity Center DBA Winter4Kids (“Winter4Kids,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and safeguard your information when you visit Winter4Kids.org or interact with us online.

By using this website, you agree to this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use our website.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information from you in several ways:

a. Information You Provide Directly

You may provide personal information when you:
  • Make a donation
  • Register for programs, events, or newsletters
  • Complete a contact form or survey
  • Apply for employment or volunteer opportunities
This may include:
  • Name, email address, mailing address, and phone number
  • Payment or billing information (processed securely by third-party vendors)
  • Demographic or preference information (if voluntarily provided)
b. Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our site, we may automatically collect:
  • IP address and general location
  • Browser type, device, and operating system
  • Pages visited, time spent, and referring website
  • Cookies or similar technologies to enhance your experience
You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies, but some site features may not function properly without them.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:
  • Process donations and transactions
  • Communicate about our programs, events, and updates
  • Respond to inquiries and requests
  • Manage registrations and volunteer participation
  • Improve our website and outreach
  • Comply with legal and reporting obligations
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.

3. Email and Communications

If you provide your email address, we may send updates about our programs, events, and impact. You can unsubscribe anytime by clicking “unsubscribe” at the bottom of our emails or contacting us directly.

4. Donations and Payment Security

When you make a donation or payment, your financial information is handled securely through trusted third-party processors (such as Stripe, PayPal, or similar). Winter4Kids does not store your full credit card number or banking information.

5. Children’s Privacy

Winter4Kids is committed to protecting the privacy of children. Our website is intended for general audiences and is not directed toward children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without verifiable parental consent, in compliance with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA).

If we discover we have received information from a child under 13 without parental consent, we will delete it promptly.

6. Information Sharing

We may share your information only:
  • With service providers who help us operate our website, process donations, or deliver communications (bound by confidentiality obligations)
  • When required by law, regulation, or legal process
  • To protect our rights, safety, or property
We do not share or sell your personal data to third parties for marketing purposes.

7. Data Security

We use industry-standard safeguards to protect your information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security. If you believe your information has been compromised, please contact us immediately.

8. Your Rights and Choices

You may:
  • Request access to or correction of your personal information
  • Request deletion of your information, subject to legal obligations
  • Opt out of communications at any time
To exercise these rights, contact us at info@winter4kids.org.

If you are located in the European Union or other jurisdictions with specific privacy laws, you may have additional rights under applicable data protection regulations.

9. Links to Other Websites

Our website may link to third-party sites (for example, donation forms, registration systems, or social media). We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of those sites. Please review their policies before providing personal information.

10. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted here with an updated “Effective Date.” Your continued use of the website after any changes indicates your acceptance of the revised policy.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us:

Winter4Kids National Winter Activity Center
44 Breakneck Road
Vernon, NJ 07462
info@winter4kids.org
(973) 846-8250