Effective Date: October 30, 2026

The Fund for West Marin (“The Fund for West Marin,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us.

This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, disclose, and protect information obtained through fundforwestmarin.org and any related websites, applications, services, forms, and communications (collectively, the “Site”). West Marin Fund is the legal name of our organization and does business as The Fund for West Marin.

By using our Site, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide Directly

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when you:

• Make a donation
• Register for an event
• Subscribe to our newsletter
• Complete a contact form
• Apply for employment
• Apply to volunteer
• Create an account
• Request information from us
• Participate in surveys or other communications

Depending on the interaction, information may include:

• Name
• Email address
• Mailing address
• Telephone number
• Employer or organizational affiliation
• Payment and donation information
• Event registration details
• Employment or volunteer application information
• Any other information you choose to provide

Donation Information

Donations are processed through secure third-party payment processors. We do not store complete credit card numbers or payment account information on our servers.

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit the Site, certain information may be collected automatically, including:

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Device information
• Operating system
• Pages viewed
• Date and time of visits
• Referring websites
• Interactions with Site content

This information helps us understand website usage, improve the Site, and evaluate the effectiveness of our communications and programs.

Cookies and Similar Technologies

The Site may use cookies, pixels, analytics tools, and similar technologies to:

• Enable website functionality
• Remember user preferences
• Measure Site performance
• Analyze visitor behavior
• Improve user experience
• Support outreach and communications initiatives

You may control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect the functionality of some portions of the Site.

Analytics and Third-Party Technologies

We may use third-party technologies and services, including analytics, advertising, and communication tools, to help us understand how visitors engage with the Site and our communications.

These services may collect information directly from your browser or device in accordance with their own privacy policies.

Examples may include:

• Google Analytics
• Microsoft Clarity
• Meta Pixel
• Email marketing platforms
• Event registration platforms
• Donation processing services

How We Use Information

We may use information we collect to:

• Process donations and provide receipts
• Administer recurring donations
• Manage events and registrations
• Respond to inquiries and requests
• Send newsletters and organizational updates
• Evaluate grantmaking and community programs
• Process employment and volunteer applications
• Operate, maintain, and improve the Site
• Monitor Site performance and security
• Comply with legal obligations
• Support fundraising and donor stewardship activities

Sharing Information

We do not sell personal information.

We may share information with:

Service Providers

Third-party vendors that provide services on our behalf, including:

• Payment processing
• Event registration
• Website hosting
• Email communications
• Data management
• Analytics services

These providers may access personal information only as necessary to perform services for us.

Legal Requirements

We may disclose information if required by law or when we reasonably believe disclosure is necessary to:

• Comply with legal obligations
• Protect our rights or property
• Prevent fraud or security threats
• Protect the safety of individuals

Organizational Transactions

In the unlikely event of a merger, transfer, reorganization, or similar transaction, information may be transferred as part of the organization’s assets.

Donor Privacy

The Fund for West Marin respects donor privacy.

We do not sell, rent, exchange, or otherwise share donor lists with third parties for their own fundraising or marketing purposes.

We may acknowledge donors publicly unless the donor requests anonymity. Donors who wish to remain anonymous may contact us at info@fundforwestmarin.org.

Email Communications

If you subscribe to our newsletter or other communications, we may send updates about our programs, initiatives, events, impact, and fundraising activities.

You may unsubscribe at any time by using the unsubscribe link provided in our emails or by contacting us directly.

Even if you unsubscribe from marketing communications, we may still send transactional or administrative messages related to donations, registrations, or account activity.

Employment and Volunteer Applications

Information submitted through employment or volunteer applications will be used for recruitment, screening, evaluation, and related operational purposes. Application materials may be retained for future opportunities and legal compliance purposes unless otherwise required by law.

Third-Party Websites and Services

The Site may contain links to external websites or integrate third-party services, including social media platforms, video services, grant application portals, mapping services, and payment processors.

We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or security of third-party websites or services. Users should review the privacy policies of those third parties separately.

Data Security

We use administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect personal information from unauthorized access, use, alteration, or disclosure. However, no method of internet transmission or electronic storage can be guaranteed to be completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

Children’s Privacy

The Site is intended for a general audience and is not directed to children under the age of 13.

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 through the Site. If we learn that we have collected such information, we will take reasonable steps to delete it.

California Privacy Rights

California residents may have rights regarding their personal information under applicable California law.

Residents who wish to inquire about personal information maintained by The Fund for West Marin or request correction or deletion of certain information may contact us using the information provided below.

Because we do not sell personal information, we do not offer a “Do Not Sell My Personal Information” mechanism.

International Visitors

The Site is operated in the United States and is intended primarily for U.S.-based visitors.

If you access the Site from outside the United States, you understand that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States, where privacy laws may differ from those in your jurisdiction.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

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

Your continued use of the Site after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact:

West Marin Fund (DBA The Fund for West Marin)
PO Box 1496
Point Reyes Station, CA 94956
Email: info@fundforwestmarin.org