What information do we collect?
When you make a donation, attend an event or volunteer with Bandh Foundation, we may ask for information such as your name, address, email address, phone number and other relevant information.
Bandh Foundation uses cookies to facilitate authentication and personalization across our web systems. A cookie is a small amount of data that is sent to your Web browser from a Web server and stored on your computer’s hard drive. Bandh Foundation uses only anonymous information (such as IP address) to track how our online visitors use our website. This data is sometimes stored using cookies.
How do we use your information?
Bandh Foundation uses personally identifiable information you provide about yourself:
- To process your donation
- To send you a receipt for your donation
- To send you a thank you note for your donation or volunteering
- To respond to your questions or comments about Bandh Foundation
- To send you additional information about Bandh Foundation’s Projects
- To send you invitations for upcoming events that may interest you
Bandh Foundation uses non-identifying basic information (aggregate data) to analyze site use and to improve the content and design of the site. Bandh Foundation may share aggregate data such as how many people attended an event, how many volunteers, average donation amount etc with sponsors and partners. These statistics will not include any personally identifying information.
Our website has stringent security measures in place to protect the loss, misuse and altercation of the information under our control.
Bandh Foundation will not use personal information in any way other than as described under Terms & Conditions. Exceptions to these are limited to sharing personal information to cooperate with law enforcement officials.
Opt-Out
You can opt out of the e-mail updates by clicking the unsubscribe button at the bottom of each email or contacting us directly.
Credit / Debit Card Security
Bandh Foundation is grateful for the donations that help us continue our valuable work. When you donate to Bandh Foundation online, your card information is secured; your credit card number is used only for that particular transaction and is not stored. If you allow us to store your credit card or bank information for future use such as recurring donation, such information will be stored by the payment services financial institution. Bandh Foundation only uses financial institution that adheres to the industry standards for storing such information.
Is Donation secure?
Absolutely. The security and confidentiality of your information is our highest priority. We use industry-standard SSL (secure socket layer) technology to protect your information and provide a safe and secure environment for online donations.
Is Donation Tax-Deductible?
Yes, it is. All modes including cash gifts to Bandh Foundation are Tax Deductible under section 80G. Bandh Foundation is also FCRA certified to receive foreign currency funds. To claim tax exemption, please keep the donation receipt as your official record.
A donation receipt will be sent to you at the email address that you would have provided while making donations, after your donation is processed.
No liability
Our Website has links to other websites that may collect identifiable information about you. Bandh Foundation cannot ensure the privacy practices of other sites and are not responsible for any damages due to them.
Bandh Foundation reserves the right to change the Privacy Policy at any time. To make sure you are aware of updates, please review this policy periodically.