Privacy Policy

Effective Date: January 2026

The Community Foundation for Cecil County (“CFCC,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you choose to share with us.

This Privacy Policy explains how information is collected, used, and protected when you visit our website, make a donation, subscribe to communications, register for events, or otherwise interact with CFCC.

Information We Collect

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

  • Name
  • Mailing address
  • Email address
  • Phone number
  • Donation information
  • Event registration information
  • Information submitted through contact forms

We may also collect limited technical information automatically through website analytics, such as:

  • IP address
  • Browser type
  • Device information
  • Pages visited
  • General website usage data

How We Use Information

CFCC may use collected information to:

  • Process donations and provide receipts
  • Respond to inquiries
  • Register participants for events and programs
  • Send newsletters and organizational updates
  • Improve website performance and user experience
  • Meet legal, accounting, and regulatory obligations

CFCC does not sell, rent, or trade personal information.

Email Communications

Individuals who subscribe to CFCC communications may receive updates regarding programs, events, charitable giving opportunities, and organizational news.

Recipients may unsubscribe from marketing emails at any time by using the unsubscribe link included in our emails.

Donations and Payment Processing

Online donations may be processed through secure third-party payment providers. CFCC does not store complete credit card information on its website servers.

Third-party providers are authorized to use information only as necessary to process transactions and provide related services.

Cookies and Website Analytics

CFCC may use cookies and analytics tools to understand website usage and improve visitor experience.

Users may adjust browser settings to limit or disable cookies; however, some website features may not function properly.

Information Sharing

CFCC may share information only:

  • With trusted service providers who assist in operating our website, communications, events, or donation processing
  • When required by law
  • To protect the rights, safety, or security of CFCC and its stakeholders

All service providers are expected to maintain appropriate confidentiality and security protections.

Data Security

CFCC maintains reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.

While no method of electronic transmission or storage is completely secure, we take reasonable measures to protect the information entrusted to us.

Children’s Privacy

CFCC does not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. If such information is identified, it will be removed promptly.

External Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. CFCC is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those external sites.

Changes to This Policy

CFCC may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any revisions will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

Contact Us

Questions regarding this Privacy Policy may be directed to:

Community Foundation for Cecil County
P.O. Box 955, Elkton, MD 21922
Info@CecilCountyGives.org
443-350-1353