African Coalition for Development (“ACD,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect information when you visit our website, submit forms, donate, register for events, volunteer, subscribe to updates, or otherwise communicate with us.

ACD is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing Africa’s development through leadership, advocacy, youth engagement, partnerships, events, community programs, and development-focused initiatives.

By using our website or submitting information to us, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

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

Full name
Email address
Phone number
Country, city, or region
Organization name
Professional title or background
Volunteer interests
Partnership interests
Donation or sponsorship interests
Event registration details
Media or speaker inquiry details
Messages submitted through contact forms
Newsletter subscription preferences
Payment and donation-related information

We may also collect limited technical information automatically when you use our website, including:

IP address
Browser type
Device type
Pages visited
Date and time of visit
Referral source
Website usage data
Cookies or similar tracking technologies

2. How We Use Your Information

We may use your information to:

Respond to inquiries
Process volunteer applications
Review partnership requests
Register you for events
Send event confirmations and reminders
Process donations and sponsorships
Send donation acknowledgments or receipts
Provide updates about ACD programs and initiatives
Send newsletters and donor communications
Improve our website and outreach efforts
Manage our CRM, contact records, and internal workflows
Comply with legal, tax, accounting, and nonprofit recordkeeping obligations
Protect the security and integrity of our website and systems

For donation records, the IRS states that donors generally need written acknowledgment for charitable contributions of $250 or more, and disclosure may be required for certain quid pro quo contributions over $75. ACD may use donor information to issue appropriate acknowledgments and maintain required records. (IRS)

3. Donations and Payment Information

When you make a donation, sponsorship payment, event payment, or other contribution, your payment may be processed by a third-party payment processor such as Stripe or another authorized provider.

ACD does not intentionally store full credit card numbers on its own website or internal systems. Payment processors may collect and process payment details according to their own privacy and security policies.

We may collect and retain donation-related information such as:

Name
Email address
Donation amount
Donation date
Donation frequency
Billing address, if provided
Campaign or program supported
Receipt and acknowledgment history

This information helps us provide receipts, maintain donor records, report internally, and communicate with supporters.

4. Email Communications

If you submit a form, register for an event, donate, volunteer, or subscribe to updates, we may send you emails related to your inquiry, registration, donation, or involvement with ACD.

We may also send newsletters, program updates, event invitations, fundraising appeals, donor updates, and impact reports. Marketing or fundraising emails should include a clear way to unsubscribe, consistent with FTC CAN-SPAM guidance requiring commercial email senders to provide recipients a clear opt-out method. (Federal Trade Commission)

You may unsubscribe from non-essential email communications at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in our emails or contacting us at:

info@africandev.org

Please note that even if you unsubscribe from newsletters or promotional updates, we may still send transactional or administrative messages, such as donation receipts, event confirmations, or important account-related communications.

5. Text Messages and Phone Communications

If you provide your phone number, ACD may contact you by phone or text message regarding your inquiry, event registration, volunteer application, donation, partnership request, or related communication.

We will not knowingly send recurring SMS updates without appropriate consent. You may opt out of text messages by replying STOP, where applicable, or by contacting us directly.

Message and data rates may apply depending on your mobile carrier.

6. Volunteers, Partners, and Program Participants

If you apply to volunteer, become a regional leader, partner with ACD, participate in a program, or register for an event, we may use the information you provide to:

Review your application or interest
Contact you about next steps
Assign your inquiry to an appropriate team member
Schedule calls or interviews
Manage participation in ACD programs
Maintain internal records
Communicate about future opportunities

Submitting an application or inquiry does not guarantee acceptance, approval, partnership, appointment, or participation.

7. Donor Privacy

ACD respects the privacy of donors and supporters.

We do not sell donor information. We do not trade donor lists. We do not share donor personal information with outside parties for their independent marketing purposes.

We may share limited donor information with trusted service providers who help us process donations, manage donor communications, issue receipts, maintain records, or operate our website and CRM systems.

We may also disclose donor information if required by law, legal process, accounting requirements, tax requirements, or regulatory obligations.

8. Cookies and Website Tracking

Our website may use cookies, pixels, analytics tools, and similar technologies to:

Understand website traffic
Improve website performance
Measure campaign effectiveness
Remember user preferences
Support advertising or retargeting campaigns
Improve visitor experience

You can disable cookies through your browser settings. However, some website features may not function properly if cookies are disabled.

9. How We Share Information

We may share information with:

Payment processors
Email and SMS communication platforms
CRM and automation platforms
Website hosting providers
Analytics providers
Event registration platforms
Professional advisors, such as accountants, attorneys, or auditors
Authorized ACD staff, contractors, or volunteers
Government, legal, or regulatory authorities when required

We only share information as needed to operate ACD, provide services, communicate with supporters, process donations, comply with law, or protect our rights and systems.

FTC guidance emphasizes that organizations should explain how they collect, use, share, and protect personal information, and should maintain reasonable practices to safeguard it. (Federal Trade Commission)

10. Data Security

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

However, no website, email system, payment system, or online platform can guarantee complete security. You share information with us at your own risk.

If we become aware of a data incident involving your personal information, we will take appropriate steps consistent with applicable law.

11. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as reasonably necessary for the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, including:

Responding to inquiries
Maintaining donor and tax records
Managing volunteer and partner relationships
Running programs and events
Complying with legal and accounting obligations
Resolving disputes
Improving our operations

When information is no longer needed, we may delete, archive, anonymize, or securely dispose of it.

12. Children’s Privacy

ACD’s website and services are not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without appropriate parental or guardian consent.

If you believe a child has provided personal information to us without proper consent, please contact us so we can review and delete the information where appropriate.

13. International Visitors

Because ACD’s mission involves Africa and the diaspora, visitors may access our website from different countries. If you submit information to us, you understand that your information may be processed and stored in the United States or in other locations where our service providers operate.

By submitting information to ACD, you consent to the transfer, processing, and storage of your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

14. Your Choices and Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights to:

Request access to your personal information
Request correction of inaccurate information
Request deletion of certain information
Opt out of marketing emails
Opt out of certain text messages
Request that we limit certain communications

To make a request, contact us at:

info@africandev.org

We may need to verify your identity before completing certain requests.

15. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, platforms, donation processors, social media pages, partner organizations, or event tools.

ACD is not responsible for the privacy practices, policies, or content of third-party websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any external sites you visit.

16. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make changes, we will update the effective date at the top of this page.

Your continued use of our website after any changes means you accept the updated Privacy Policy.

17. Contact Us

For questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle personal information, please contact:

African Coalition for Development
Website: www.africandev.org
Email: [email protected]
Mailing Address: 442 5th Avenue #1796, New York NY 10018