​Voices of Fort Worth

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Effective Date: March 1, 2026

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Voices of Fort Worth (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is a Texas nonprofit organization committed to

protecting the privacy, security, and trust of our donors, volunteers, and community

members.

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This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information

when you visit our website or interact with us online or o#line. This policy complies with

applicable federal laws and the laws of the State of Texas, including the Texas Identity Theft

Enforcement and Protection Act (Texas Bus. & Com. Code §521.001 et seq.).

 

By using our website, you consent to the practices described in this policy.

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1. Information We Collect

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A. Personal Information

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

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     • Name

     • Mailing address

     • Email address

     • Phone number

     • Donation information

     • Volunteer or event registration details

     • Any information submitted through forms or surveys

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If you make a donation, payment information is processed securely through third-party

payment processors. We do not store full credit card numbers on our servers.

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B. Automatically Collected Information

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When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

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     • IP address

     • Browser and device type

     • Operating system

     • Pages viewed

     • Date and time of access

     • Referring website

     • Interaction data (clicks, scrolls, form submissions)

 

This information is used for analytics, security, and website improvement.

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2. Website Platform – Wix Data Collection and Processing

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Voices of Fort Worth uses the Wix platform to host and operate our website.

Wix may collect and process certain data on our behalf to provide hosting, analytics,

security, and form functionality.

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Information Wix May Collect:

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     • IP address

     • Device and browser information

     • Approximate geographic location

     • Website usage data

     • Cookies and tracking technologies

     • Form submissions and login data (if applicable)

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How Wix Uses This Information:

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Wix processes information to:

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     • Provide secure website hosting

     • Maintain uptime and performance

     • Enable contact forms and donation functionality

     • Prevent fraud or malicious activity

     • Provide analytics and traffic reporting

     • Store submitted information securely

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Wix may store data on servers located in the United States, Israel, the European Union, or

other jurisdictions consistent with its infrastructure and applicable law.

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Wix acts as a “data processor,” and Voices of Fort Worth remains the “data controller”

responsible for how personal information is used.

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3. How We Use Your Information

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We use personal information to:

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     • Process donations and issue tax receipts

     • Communicate about programs, events, and volunteer opportunities

     • Send newsletters and fundraising updates (if you opt in)

     • Maintain legally required records

     • Improve website functionality and outreach

     • Comply with federal and Texas legal obligations

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We do not sell, rent, or trade personal information.

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4. Donor Privacy

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Donor information is used solely for:

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     • Processing and acknowledging contributions

     • Legal, accounting, and IRS reporting

     • Internal recordkeeping and development analysis

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Donors may request anonymity at the time of donation. We do not sell or share donor

information for marketing purposes.

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5. Email and Text Message Communications

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Email Communications

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If you provide your email address, you may receive:

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     • Donation confirmations and tax receipts

     • Event announcements

     • Volunteer updates

     • Newsletters and fundraising communications

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You may opt out of promotional emails at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link

included in our emails. Transactional communications (such as donation receipts) may

still be sent as necessary for administrative or legal purposes.

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We comply with the federal CAN-SPAM Act.

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Text Message (SMS) Communications

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If you provide your mobile phone number and expressly opt in, you may receive:

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     • Event reminders

     • Volunteer coordination messages

     • Fundraising updates

     • Organizational alerts

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Message frequency may vary. Message and data rates may apply.

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You may opt out at any time by replying “STOP” to any message or by contacting us directly.

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We comply with the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA).

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We do not sell or share mobile phone numbers for third-party marketing purposes.

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6. Texas-Specific Privacy Rights

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If you are a Texas resident, you may:

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     • Request access to personal information we maintain

     • Request correction of inaccurate information

     • Request deletion of personal information (subject to legal retention requirements)

     • Receive notice in the event of a data breach involving sensitive personal information

 

Requests may be submitted using the contact information below.

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7. Data Security and Breach Notification

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We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect

personal information.

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In the event of a data breach involving sensitive personal information, we will provide

notice as required by Texas law.

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8. Third-Party Service Providers

 

We may use trusted third-party providers for:

 

     • Payment processing

     • Email marketing platforms

     • Text messaging services

     • Website hosting

     • Event registration systems

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These providers are contractually required to safeguard personal information.

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9. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

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We use cookies and similar technologies to:

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     • Improve website performance

     • Analyze visitor tra#ic

     • Enhance user experience

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You may disable cookies through your browser settings; however, some features of the

website may not function properly.

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10. Children’s Privacy

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Our website is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal

information from children without parental consent.

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11. Data Retention

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We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in

this policy, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements.

 

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12. Changes to This Policy

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We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Updates will be posted on this page with a

revised effective date.

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Continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

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13. Contact Information

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Voices of Fort Worth

2830 S. Hulen St. #223, Fort Worth, TX 76109

voicesfw@gmail.com

817-713-4536​

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