Your trust matters.
When you participate in one of our fundraiser sweepstakes — whether through a donation or the free entry method — you’re sharing personal and payment information with us. We take protecting that information very seriously.
Here’s how we keep your data safe and your entries secure.
Secure Payment Processing
We process all online transactions through trusted, PCI-compliant payment processors that use advanced encryption to protect your information.
This means:
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We never see or store your full credit card number.
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All payment details are handled securely by our processing partners at Shopify, PayPal, ApplePay or GooglePay.
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Our systems are regularly updated to comply with the latest industry security standards.
Data Privacy and Protection
We respect your privacy and follow a clear, transparent Privacy Policy that explains:
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What information we collect
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How we use it (only for your entry, donation records, and mission communications)
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How you can opt out of communications at any time
We do not sell or trade your personal information with outside organizations.
Free Entry Method Security
Even if you enter without making a donation, your entry still goes through our independent third-party sweepstakes administrator. This ensures:
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All entries are treated equally
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Your personal details are used only for eligibility verification and winner notification
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The selection process remains completely fair and unbiased
Fraud Prevention
We monitor for suspicious activity, including unauthorized use of credit cards or unusual entry patterns. If a fraudulent transaction is suspected, our team works quickly with payment processors and financial institutions to resolve it.
If you ever believe your payment method has been compromised, contact your bank or credit card company immediately — and notify us so we can check for any unusual activity related to your entry.
You’re in Control
You can:
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Request to see the personal data we have on file for you
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Ask us to update or delete it (except where retention is required by law)
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Opt out of future communications at any time
The Bottom Line
Security and privacy aren’t afterthoughts — they’re built into every part of how we run our fundraiser sweepstakes.
When you participate, you can feel confident knowing your payment information is encrypted, your personal data is protected, and your entries are handled fairly by a trusted third party.
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