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Privacy Policy

THERON INTERNATIONAL FOUNDATION

PRIVACY POLICY

Effective Date: June 3, 2026 Organization: Theron International Foundation (TIF) Website: theroninternationalfoundation.com

1. OVERVIEW

The Theron International Foundation (“TIF,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting the privacy of all individuals who visit our website or make donations in support of our faith-based mission. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and how we protect it. By using this website or submitting a donation, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

2. INFORMATION WE COLLECT

We collect only the information necessary to process donations and communicate with our supporters. This may include:

a) Information You Provide Directly:

  • Full name
  • Email address
  • Mailing address
  • Phone number (if provided)
  • Donation amount and designated Covenant Project
  • Any comments voluntarily submitted with a donation

b) Payment Information: All payment transactions are processed by Stripe, a third-party payment processor. TIF does not collect, store, or have access to your credit card number, bank account number, or any sensitive financial data. All such information is handled exclusively by Stripe in accordance with their own Privacy Policy, available at stripe.com/privacy.

c) Automatically Collected Information: When you visit our website, basic technical data may be collected automatically, including your browser type, device type, IP address, and pages visited. This information is used solely for website security and performance purposes and is not linked to your identity.

3. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION

TIF uses the information we collect solely for the following purposes:

  • Processing and recording your donation
  • Issuing donation acknowledgment and receipts
  • Communicating with you about TIF’s mission, Covenant Projects, and updates (only if you have provided your contact information voluntarily)
  • Responding to inquiries submitted through our website or email
  • Maintaining accurate financial and donor records as required by applicable law
  • Improving the functionality and security of our website

We do not use your information for advertising, profiling, or any purpose unrelated to TIF’s faith-based mission.

4. HOW WE SHARE YOUR INFORMATION

TIF does not sell, rent, trade, or share your personal information with any third party for marketing or commercial purposes. Your information may be shared only in the following limited circumstances:

  • Payment Processing: Your transaction data is shared with Stripe solely to process your donation securely.
  • Legal Compliance: We may disclose information if required to do so by law, court order, or governmental authority.
  • Organizational Protection: We may disclose information where necessary to protect the rights, property, or safety of TIF, its founders, or the public.

Under no circumstances will your donor information be sold or shared with outside organizations for their own use.

5. DATA RETENTION

TIF retains donor records — including name, contact information, and donation history — for a minimum of seven (7) years in accordance with standard nonprofit financial recordkeeping practices and applicable law. Payment transaction records are retained by Stripe per their own data retention policies.

6. YOUR RIGHTS & CHOICES

You have the right to:

  • Request access to the personal information TIF holds about you
  • Request correction of any inaccurate information
  • Request removal of your contact information from TIF communications
  • Opt out of any future communications from TIF at any time

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at the information provided in Section 9 below. We will respond within 30 days.

7. COOKIES & TRACKING

Our website may use standard cookies and basic analytics tools to understand how visitors use the site. These tools do not collect personally identifiable information. You may disable cookies through your browser settings at any time without affecting your ability to donate or use the site.

8. SECURITY

TIF takes the security of your information seriously. Our website uses SSL encryption (HTTPS) for all data transmission. Donation transactions are processed through Stripe’s PCI-compliant payment infrastructure. While no system is 100% impenetrable, we implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, loss, or misuse.

9. CONTACT INFORMATION

For any questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact:

Theron International Foundation Cornelius B. Theron — Founder & Chairman Email: Cornelius@Caesarea.US Website: theroninternationalfoundation.com

10. CHANGES TO THIS POLICY

TIF reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically. Continued use of our website or donation platform following any update constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.

This Privacy Policy is issued by Theron International Foundation, a sovereign 508(c)(1)(a) faith-based organization — USA for GOD.