Privacy Policy
Effective Date: July 1, 2025
The Custos Foundation (“we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, disclose, and protect personal information obtained through our website (www.custosfoundation.org), SMS campaigns, donation platforms, and any other services we provide.
We are committed to protecting your data and upholding the highest standards of transparency and integrity in all interactions.
1. Who We Are
The Custos Foundation is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit charity headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Our mission is to protect sacred spaces, promote traditional Catholic values, and serve communities through advocacy, education, and outreach.Tax ID: 87-3902137
2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following categories of information:
- Personal Identifiers: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address
- Donation Information: Amount, method, and transaction details
- SMS Opt-In Data: Phone number, consent status, and communication history
- Website Usage Data: IP address, browser type, cookies, and interaction logs
- Form Submissions: Any content or inquiries submitted via our website forms
3. How We Use Your Information
Your information may be used for the following purposes:
- To send updates and newsletters about our work To process and acknowledge donations
- To manage event registrations or volunteer inquiries
- To provide SMS notifications (when opted in)
- To respond to support or contact form requests
- To comply with legal and tax obligations
- To monitor website usage and improve user experience
4. SMS Privacy and Consent
By subscribing to our SMS communications, you consent to receive automated messages regarding Custos Foundation updates, campaigns, and outreach activities. Message frequency may vary. Message and data rates may apply.
You may opt out at any time by replying STOP to any message, or by contacting us at info@custosfoundation.org.
Your number will never be sold or shared with marketers.
5. Donor Privacy and Payment Processing
We deeply value the trust our donors place in us. The Custos Foundation will never sell, trade, or share donor personal information with any third-party organizations for marketing or fundraising purposes, nor do we send donor mailings on behalf of other organizations.
Donations are processed through Donorbox, a secure third-party fundraising platform, with PayPal serving as the underlying credit card/payment processor. These tools provide industry-standard encryption and PCI compliance to protect your payment information.
We may collect and retain donor data such as:
- Name, email, and address for tax receipts and acknowledgments
- Donation amount, date, and frequency
- Payment method and transaction status (never full credit card numbers)
You can choose to donate anonymously or request the removal of your personal record at any time by emailing our records manager at info@custosfoundation.org.
6. Email & Mailing List Communications
If you sign up for our newsletter or communications via our website, your contact information will be securely stored in Mailchimp, our third-party email marketing provider. You may unsubscribe at any time using the link provided in any email.
7. Cookies and Analytics
Our site uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to:
- Ensure website functionality
- Understand how users interact with the site
- Tailor content to user preferences
We use the Ultimate GDPR & CCPA plugin to manage cookie consent. You will be prompted to accept or reject non-essential cookies when visiting our site. You can modify your preferences at any time.
Analytics tools may gather anonymized data to help us improve the user experience.
8. Form Submissions and CRM Storage
Information submitted through contact forms (including inquiries, signups, and feedback) is collected and stored securely. This information may be synced into our Mailchimp account or internal databases to help streamline communication and respond to your inquiry.
9. Data Subject Rights
You have the right to:
- Access a copy of your personal data
- Request correction or deletion
- Opt out of future communications
- Lodge a complaint with a regulatory authority
10. Data Retention
We retain personal data for a minimum of one year or longer if necessary to comply with legal obligations, support donor tax requests, or maintain communication records. You may request deletion of your record at any time unless retention is required by law.
11. International Visitors
Our website is hosted in the United States. By accessing our site from outside the U.S., you consent to your data being transferred to and processed in the United States under applicable U.S. privacy laws.
12. Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information. However, no data transmission over the internet can be guaranteed to be 100% secure.
13. Third-Party Links
Our website may include links to third-party platforms such as donation portals or event tools. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites. Please refer to their privacy policies before providing personal data.
14. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy as necessary. The most recent version will always be available on our website with an updated “Effective Date” at the top.
15. Contact Us
Custos Foundation
Ivy Hall
6331 Lancaster Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19151
USA
Phone: +1 (215) 473-2521
Email: info@custosfoundation.org
For data or records-related inquiries:
Records Manager
Gina DeColli
Email: gdecolli@custosfoundation.org
Phone: +1 (215) 203-4759
Ivy Hall
6331 Lancaster Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19151
USA
Phone: +1 (215) 473-2521
Email: info@custosfoundation.org
For data or records-related inquiries:
Records Manager
Gina DeColli
Email: gdecolli@custosfoundation.org
Phone: +1 (215) 203-4759
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