Privacy Policy

Last Updated: March 31, 2026

Beautiful Lives Project (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy and maintaining the trust of our donors, participants, volunteers, and website visitors. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, https://www.beautifullives.org, or interact with our services.

By using our website or services, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. Our Commitment to Transparency

As a nonprofit organization, we value transparency and accountability. We collect and use personal information only to support our mission, improve our programs, communicate with our community and meet legal and ethical obligations.

We do not sell, rent or trade donor or personal information to third parties.

2. Information We Collect

a. Personal Information You Provide

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide, including:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Mailing address

  • Phone number

  • Donation information (processed securely via third-party providers)

  • Any other information you choose to share (e.g., through forms or communications)

b. Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

  • IP address

  • Browser type and version

  • Pages visited and time spent

  • Device type and identifiers

  • Referring URLs

This data helps us understand how our website is used and improve user experience.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Provide, operate, and improve our website and services

  • Process donations and send receipts

  • Communicate updates, events and impact stories

  • Respond to inquiries and requests

  • Maintain donor and supporter records

  • Analyze website usage and improve functionality

  • Comply with legal obligations

You may opt out of communications at any time using the unsubscribe link or by contacting us directly.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Ensure website functionality

  • Remember user preferences

  • Analyze traffic and engagement

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect certain features of the site.

5. Sharing of Information

We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

  • Service Providers: Trusted third parties (e.g., payment processors, email platforms) that help us operate our website and services

  • Legal Compliance: When required by law or to protect our rights and safety

  • Organizational Changes: In the event of a merger or restructuring

  • With Your Consent: When you explicitly agree

All partners are expected to maintain confidentiality and protect your information.

6. Donor Privacy

We respect the privacy of our donors:

  • Donor information is used solely for internal purposes and acknowledgments

  • We do not publish donor names without permission (except where recognition is agreed upon)

  • Anonymous donations are honored

7. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to:

  • Fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy

  • Comply with legal, tax or reporting requirements

  • Resolve disputes and enforce agreements

8. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

9. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

  • Access or request a copy of your personal data

  • Correct or update your information

  • Request deletion of your data

  • Opt out of communications

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information below.

10. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children without parental consent. If we become aware of such data, we will delete it promptly.

11. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites and encourage you to review their policies.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

Beautiful Lives Project
315 Main Street, 2nd Floor
Huntington, NY 11743

Or, email: admin@beautifullives.org