Privacy Policy

Ground of Peace — Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 08/26/2025 Entity: Ground of Peace — a faith-based 508(c)(1)(A) religious ministry and 501(c)(3) public charity registered in the State of California. Website: https://www.groundofpeace.org Contact: info@groundofpeace.org

1. Our Commitment to Privacy

Ground of Peace honors the sacredness of trust and confidentiality. We collect only what is needed to serve, communicate, and fulfill our charitable mission — never more. We never sell, rent, or misuse your information. Your personal data is treated as private correspondence, handled with the same care we bring to our spiritual and community service.  

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following information when you visit our site, make a donation, or book a session:
  • Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address.
  • Payment Information: Processed securely through Stripe or Calendly + Stripe. We do not store your credit card numbers.
  • Voluntary Information: Messages, prayer requests, forms, or feedback you choose to share.
  • Technical Information: Browser type, device, and general usage analytics (via cookies or integrated tools like Google Analytics, if enabled).

3. How We Use Your Information

Your information is used to:
  1. Process donations, session payments, and send tax-deductible receipts.
  2. Communicate confirmations, scheduling updates, or donor thank-you notes.
  3. Share newsletters or event updates — only if you subscribe.
  4. Improve our services, offerings, and online presence.
  5. Maintain lawful accounting and nonprofit reporting standards.
We use information solely for ministry, administrative, and legal purposes aligned with our mission of peace and service.

4. How We Protect Your Information

  • All payments are encrypted and processed through Stripe, a PCI-compliant platform.
  • Access to donor and client data is limited to authorized ministry personnel only.
  • We use secure passwords, encrypted email connections, and updated systems to protect data integrity.
  • We never disclose private session notes or communications unless required by law.

5. Cookies and Analytics

Our website may use cookies (small text files) for security and performance. These help us understand general site traffic and improve your experience. You can disable cookies in your browser settings at any time.

6. Email and Communication Preferences

You control what you receive.
  • You can unsubscribe from newsletters at any time via the link at the bottom of each email.
  • Transactional emails (like receipts or confirmations) are automatic and not subject to unsubscribe lists, since they’re legally required.

7. Sharing Information

Ground of Peace does not sell or rent personal data. We only share limited information when necessary to:
  • Process secure payments (through Stripe or Calendly).
  • Comply with legal or accounting requirements. All third-party processors we use meet or exceed standard data protection laws.

8. Your Rights (California & Global Standards)

If you live in California or elsewhere, you have right to:
  • Access a copy of your personal data.
  • Request correction or deletion.
  • Opt out of communications. To exercise these rights, email info@groundofpeace.org and we’ll respond promptly.

9. Retention of Information

We keep donor and transaction records for as long as legally required by the IRS and California state law (usually 7 years). Non-financial correspondence may be retained longer for spiritual or historical recordkeeping, unless deletion is requested.

10. Children’s Privacy

Our services are directed to adults. We do not knowingly collect or store data from children under 13. If such information is discovered, it will be deleted immediately.

11. Links to Other Sites

Our website may include links to other trusted resources (e.g., Stripe, TechSoup, Google for Nonprofits). Ground of Peace is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites.

12. Updates to This Policy

We may revise this Privacy Policy from time to time to stay compliant with law and technology. The latest version will always be available at groundofpeace.org/privacy.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or data requests: Ground of Peace  Email: info@groundofpeace.org Website: https://www.groundofpeace.org

14. Acknowledgment

By using our website, booking a session, or donating, you acknowledge that you have read and agree to this Privacy Policy. Thank you for your trust and partnership in cultivating peace.