The Futurevia Foundation (“Futurevia,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us through our websites, applications, communications, and services (collectively, the “Services”). This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you interact with us.
This document also outlines the steps we take to prevent fraud and misrepresentation, including our official stance on misuse of the Futurevia name and branding in scams. Please read this Privacy Policy carefully to understand how your personal information is handled.
1. Scope and Applicability
This Privacy Policy applies to all personal information collected by Futurevia through our websites, digital platforms, communication channels, and any other medium that links to or references this Policy. It applies to donors, grantees, partners, volunteers, event participants, and all visitors to our online properties.
By accessing or using our Services, you agree to this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the Services.
2. Information We Collect
We collect personal and non-personal information in several ways:
a. Information You Provide
We may collect:
• Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address
• Affiliation or organization
• Payment or donation details (excluding full payment card data)
• Responses to surveys or feedback forms
• Communications sent to us via email or forms
b. Automatically Collected Data
When you interact with our websites, we automatically collect:
• IP address and device data
• Browser type and language settings
• Pages viewed and time spent
• Referral URLs and usage patterns
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies
3. How We Use Your Information
We use collected information to:
• Operate, maintain, and improve our Services
• Process and acknowledge donations
• Communicate with you about events, news, or updates
• Evaluate and fulfill our mission-driven programs
• Ensure data security and platform integrity
• Comply with legal or regulatory obligations
We do not sell or rent your personal data to third parties.
4. Sharing of Information
We may share your information with:
• Service Providers: We use trusted third parties to support our operations (e.g., web hosting, payment processing, data analytics), and they are contractually bound to protect your information.
• Legal Authorities: If required by law, regulation, or in response to legal process, we may share data to comply with legal obligations or to protect Futurevia’s rights.
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or dissolution, data may be transferred as part of the organizational assets.
5. Data Retention and Security
We retain your information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, including to satisfy legal, accounting, and audit requirements.
We employ commercially reasonable physical, technical, and organizational safeguards to protect your information against loss, misuse, unauthorized access, or disclosure. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection.
6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience and analyze usage trends. Cookies are small text files stored on your device. You may adjust your browser settings to refuse some or all cookies, but doing so may limit functionality.
7. Fraud Prevention and Misuse of Branding
a. Important Disclaimer
Futurevia Foundation assumes no liability for fraudulent activity involving the misuse of our name, logo, branding, or identity.
As a public-facing nonprofit, our reputation and brand may be misused by individuals or organizations in scams, phishing schemes, or impersonation attempts.
b. Our Official Communication Practices
To safeguard yourself and others:
• We never ask for payment to apply for, receive, or qualify for grants, awards, or benefits.
• We never request your Social Security Number (SSN) or banking credentials via unsolicited email, phone, or messaging apps.
• All grants are made by invitation only. We do not publicly announce grant opportunities or open calls for funding applications.
• All legitimate emails from Futurevia come from verified @futurevia.org addresses. Any message claiming to be from us that uses a different domain should be considered suspicious.
• We do not communicate official business over platforms like WhatsApp, Telegram, or direct social media messages.
If you suspect fraud or receive a suspicious message, do not respond, click links, or provide information.
Please report immediately to: info@futurevia.org
8. Your Data Rights
Depending on your location and applicable data protection laws, you may have rights including:
• Right to Access – View what personal data we hold about you
• Right to Correct – Request corrections to inaccurate information
• Right to Delete – Request deletion of your personal information
• Right to Restrict or Object – Limit certain types of processing
• Right to Withdraw Consent – Revoke previously granted permission
To exercise these rights, contact us at info@futurevia.org
We may request verification of your identity before fulfilling your request.
9. International Data Transfers
Our servers and partners may operate in countries outside your own. By using our Services, you consent to the transfer of your information to jurisdictions that may not offer the same data protection level as your home country. Where required, we implement safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses.
10. Children’s Privacy
Our Services are not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If you believe a child has submitted personal data to us, please contact us, and we will promptly delete the information.
11. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services. This Privacy Policy does not apply to those external platforms. We recommend reviewing their privacy policies separately.
12. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Your continued use of the Services after changes indicates your acceptance of the revised policy.
13. Contact Us
For any questions or concerns related to this Privacy Policy or our handling of your data, please contact
Futurevia Foundation: info@futurevia.org
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