Effective Date: jANUARY/15/2026

The SilverLining Foundation Inc. (“the Foundation,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information of visitors, donors, volunteers, and community members.

This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the steps we take to protect your information when you interact with our website or communicate with us.

1. Introduction

The SilverLining Foundation Inc. operates as a nonprofit organization focused on providing housing opportunities and community support initiatives.

We are committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of personal information collected through our website and communications.

By using this website, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when interacting with our website or contacting us.

This information may include:

• Name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Mailing address (if provided)
• Donation information processed through third-party platforms
• Information submitted through contact forms, volunteer forms, or email communications

Providing this information is voluntary.

3. Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, certain information may be collected automatically through standard website technologies.

This information may include:

• IP address
• Browser type
• Device type
• Pages visited on our website
• Date and time of visits
• Amount of time spent on pages

This information is used only for website functionality, analytics, and security monitoring.

4. How We Use Your Information

We may use collected information to:

• Respond to inquiries or requests
• Communicate updates about our programs or activities
• Process donations and provide donation acknowledgments
• Improve our website and outreach efforts
• Maintain internal records
• Comply with legal or regulatory requirements

We only use personal information in ways consistent with our nonprofit mission.

5. Donor Privacy Policy

The SilverLining Foundation Inc. respects the privacy of our donors and is committed to protecting donor information.

Donor information may include:

• Name
• Contact information
• Donation amount
• Donation date
• Payment confirmation information

Donor information is used only for:

• Processing donations
• Providing donation receipts or acknowledgments
• Maintaining internal financial records
• Complying with legal and tax requirements

Donors may request removal from future communications at any time.

6. Donor & User Privacy Commitment (No Sale of Data)

The SilverLining Foundation Inc. does not sell, rent, trade, or exchange personal information.

Specifically:

• Donor information is never sold or exchanged
• Personal data is not used for commercial marketing purposes
• We do not engage in data brokerage or list sharing

Any third-party service providers used by the Foundation are required to maintain reasonable privacy protections for personal information.

7. Third-Party Donation Processors

Donations made through our website may be processed through secure third-party platforms such as payment processors or donation service providers.

These third-party providers may collect payment information necessary to process donations in accordance with their own privacy and security policies.

The SilverLining Foundation Inc. does not store or have direct access to full credit card or banking information used for online donations.

8. Data Security

We take reasonable administrative and technical measures to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse.

However, no online system can guarantee absolute security, and the Foundation cannot guarantee the complete security of information transmitted through the internet.

9. Cookies & Analytics

Our website may use basic cookies or analytics tools to better understand website traffic and improve user experience.

Cookies may be used to:

• Track website usage
• Improve navigation and functionality
• Analyze visitor behavior

You may disable cookies through your browser settings if you prefer.

10. Access, Correction, or Deletion Requests

You may request access to the personal information we maintain about you.

You may also request:

• Correction of inaccurate information
• Deletion of your personal information, where legally permissible

To submit a request, please contact us at:

📧 thesilverliningfoundationinc@gmail.com

We will respond within a reasonable timeframe, subject to applicable legal requirements.

11. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not directed toward children under the age of 13.

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 years of age.

If we become aware that personal information from a child under 13 has been collected, we will take steps to delete the information promptly.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

The SilverLining Foundation Inc. may update this Privacy Policy periodically.

Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

Continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

13. Contact Information

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to request access, correction, or deletion of your information, please contact:

The SilverLining Foundation Inc.
South Bend, Indiana

📧 thesilverliningfoundationinc@gmail.com