Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy
Madera County Sheriff’s Foundation
Effective Date: October 19th 2026
Last Updated: October 19th 2026

Madera County Sheriff’s Foundation (“Foundation,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Our mission is to promote civic spirit in support of law enforcement and to enhance the ability of the Madera County Sheriff’s Office to work safely and effectively through scholarships, equipment support, K9 team support, training, and community engagement.

This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, and protect information when you visit our website (maderacsf.org) or interact with us. By using our website, you agree to the practices described here.

Information We Collect

We collect limited information in the following ways:

Information you provide voluntarily

Contact forms, membership/donation inquiries, event registrations, or emails may include your name, email address, phone number, mailing address, and any message content you submit.

Automatically collected information

When you visit our website, we (and our service providers) may collect standard technical data such as IP address, browser type, device type, operating system, referring URL, pages viewed, and approximate location (city/region level). This is collected through cookies and similar technologies used by Google Analytics.

We do not collect or process payment card information on our website. Any online donations are handled entirely by third-party platforms (PayPal or Venmo). We do not intentionally collect sensitive personal information (e.g., Social Security numbers, health data, or precise geolocation).

How We Use Information

We use the information we collect to:

Respond to inquiries and process membership or donation-related communications
Operate, maintain, and improve our website
Analyze website traffic and usage patterns (via Google Analytics) so we can understand how visitors use the site
Comply with legal obligations and protect the rights and safety of the Foundation, its supporters, and the public

We do not sell personal information. We do not use personal information for targeted advertising or share it with third parties for their own marketing purposes.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use Google Analytics to understand aggregate website performance and visitor behavior.

These tools set cookies and similar technologies that collect the technical data described above. We have enabled IP anonymization in Google Analytics so that the last portion of visitors’ IP addresses is masked before the data is stored. You may control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect some website functionality.

Google’s privacy practices are governed by Google’s own policies. You can learn more and opt out of certain Google Analytics features at Google’s Ads Settings or by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

Sharing of Information

We share information only as needed:

With service providers who help us operate the website and process donations (including third-party platforms such as PayPal and Venmo, as well as website hosting and email tools) under contractual obligations to protect the data
When required by law, court order, or to protect rights, safety, or property
In connection with a reorganization, merger, or similar transaction involving the Foundation

We do not sell or rent personal information.

Data Security and Retention

We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect information. No method of transmission or storage is 100% secure. We retain information only as long as needed for the purposes described above or as required by law (for example, donation records for tax and accounting purposes).

Children’s Privacy

Our website is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected such information, please contact us so we can delete it.

Your Choices and Rights

You may:

Request access to or correction of personal information you have provided
Request deletion of personal information (subject to legal retention requirements)
Opt out of non-essential communications (Contact Us)

California residents and others may have additional rights under applicable law. Because we are a nonprofit that does not sell personal information, many commercial privacy-law obligations do not apply to us in the ordinary course. To exercise any available rights or ask questions, contact us using the information below.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party sites (including donation platforms such as PayPal and Venmo, or other external resources). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The “Last Updated” date at the top will reflect changes. Continued use of the website after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Us

Madera County Sheriff’s Foundation
2370 W Cleveland Ave #201 Ste 108
Madera, CA 93637

Phone: (559) 694-1369
Email: info@maderacsf.org

Website: https://maderacsf.org