PRIVACY POLICY

Effective Date: 8/20/2025
Last Updated: 8/20/2025

Boats for Veterans (“we,” “our,” or “us”) respects the privacy of our donors, website visitors, and supporters. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website https://boatsforveterans.org

By using our website and services, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

a) Personal Information You Provide

When you contact us, submit a donation form, or call our phone numbers, we may collect information such as:

• Full name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Mailing address
• Boat or vehicle details (year, make, model, condition)
• Donation-related information (title, ownership details, tax information)

b) Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may collect non-personal information automatically, such as:

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Device type and operating system
• Referring website or search engine
• Pages you viewed and the date/time of your visit

c) Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies, pixels, and similar tracking technologies to improve website functionality, analyze site traffic, and support advertising campaigns (including Google Ads). You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but some features of our site may not function properly without them.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• To process and manage boat donations
• To issue donation receipts and tax documentation
• To respond to your inquiries and provide customer service
• To schedule free pickup of your boat or vehicle
• To improve our website, programs, and services
• To communicate with you about our mission, events, and opportunities to support veterans
• To comply with legal, tax, and regulatory requirements
• For marketing and remarketing campaigns, including Google Ads (where permitted by law)

3. Sharing and Disclosure of Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. However, we may share your information in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers:With trusted third-party vendors who help us process donations, schedule pickups, or operate our website.
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, regulation, or court order.
• Nonprofit Operations:With affiliated charities or partners when necessary to complete your donation and provide services.

4. Data Security

We use appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal data, including:

• The right to access the information we hold about you
• The right to correct or update your information
• The right to request deletion of your information (subject to recordkeeping laws)
• The right to opt out of marketing communications

To exercise these rights, please contact us at:
1–800-301-7870 (main number)

6. Google Ads and Third-Party Tools

We may use Google Ads and other third-party advertising platforms to promote our programs and services. These tools may collect data through cookies, remarketing tags, and tracking pixels to deliver more relevant ads to users.

• Third-party vendors, including Google, may show our ads on websites across the Internet.
• Google uses cookies to serve ads based on your past visits to our website.
• You can opt out of Google’s use of cookies by visiting Google Ads Settings.

7. Children’s Privacy

Our website and services are intended for adults. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 years of age. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will take steps to delete it.

8. Links to Other Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any linked sites you visit.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The updated version will be posted on this page with the “Last Updated” date revised accordingly. We encourage you to review this page regularly to stay informed about how we protect your information.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

Boats for Veterans

• 1–800-301-7870
• https://boatsforveterans.org