Privacy Statement

Privacy Statement 

Last Modified: January 15, 2025 

Common Ground values your trust and prioritizes protecting your privacy. This Privacy Statement outlines how we collect, use, and share your information and the choices you have regarding its us 

By engaging with Common Ground or using our services, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Statement. 

1. Information We Collect
   The type and amount of information we collect depends on your interaction with Common Ground. Examples include:

• • Contact Information: Name, address, phone number, email, and communication preferences.
  • Demographic Information: Gender, ethnicity, language, and geographic locafion. 
  • Financial Information: Credit card details for donations or purchases (processed securely and retained only as necessary). 
  • Sensitive Information: Data provided for employment, volunteer roles, or specific program participation. 

2. How We Collect Information
   We collect information in the following ways:

• • Donations: To process your contribution and provide receipts. 
  • Program Registration: To facilitate your participation in events or services. 
  • Volunteer/Employment Applications: To evaluate candidates and conduct necessary  background checks. 
  • Third-Party Campaigns: Through donor reports from fundraising platforms like Mighty Cause or Network for Good. 
  • Social Media: When you interact with our social media pages or connect accounts.

2. How We Collect Information
   We collect information in the following ways:

Common Ground uses your information to:

• • Provide services and respond to inquiries. 
  • Develop and improve programs and communications. 
  • Send updates, event invitations, and fundraising requests (with opt-out options). ∙ Comply with legal obligations.

4. Sharing Your Information
   We consider email and home addresses and any information about donations to be confidential and we will never sell that information to any outside party. We share your information only when necessary and under confidentiality agreements, including:

• • Service Providers: To support our operations. 
  • Volunteers: For specific program duties under strict confidentiality. 
  • Donor Acknowledgements: Honoree notifications or memorial donations. 
  • Legal Requirements: As required by law. 

5. Data Security
   We employ industry-standard measures, including encryption and firewalls, to protect your data. However, no system is 100% secure. Please notify us immediately if you suspect a breach.

6. Retention
   We retain your information only as long as necessary for its intended purpose, legal compliance, or legitimate organizational needs.

7. Your Privacy Choices
   You may:

• • Opt out of communications via an “Unsubscribe” link or by contacting us directly. 
  • Request access to, update, or delete your personal informafion (subject to applicable law). To exercise these rights, email us at lisa@commongroundshreveport.com. 

8. Updates to this Statement
   We may update this Privacy Statement periodically.

9. Contact Us
   If you have questions, concerns, or requests, please contact us:

• • Phone: 318.227.7816 or 318.606.5024 
  • Email: lisa@commongroundshreveport. com 
  • Mail: Common Ground Community, Inc., 4830 Line Ave. # 117; Shreveport, LA 71106. ATTN:  Privacy Requests 
  • For security or fraud concerns, please contact us immediately.