Welcome! Your privacy is important to us. The Los Altos Mountain View Community Foundation (LAMVCF) is committed to protecting the personal information of our donors, volunteers, applicants, and website visitors. This policy explains how we collect, use, and share information through our website, https://lamvcf.org/, and other services we control (collectively, the “Site”).

Personal Information We Collect

We collect personal information when you interact with LAMVCF, such as when you:

• Make a donation or contribution
• Register for events or volunteer opportunities
• Submit a grant or scholarship application
• Complete surveys or forms
• Subscribe to newsletters or other communications

Personal information may include your name, email address, mailing address, phone number, and other information you provide. Financial information, such as credit card numbers, is processed securely by third-party providers and is not stored by LAMVCF.

We may also automatically collect non-personal information through cookies, web beacons, and server logs, such as IP address, browser type, and Site usage. This data is used to improve the Site and your experience.

How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Process donations and applications
• Respond to inquiries and communicate with you
• Send newsletters, updates, and event information (you may opt out at any time)
• Administer grant and scholarship programs
• Analyze usage and improve the Site

How We Share Your Information

We respect your privacy and do not sell, rent, or trade personal information. We may share information in the following ways:

• With service providers: To help us operate the Site or process donations
• Public recognition: With your consent, we may acknowledge donations, volunteer work, or grant applications in newsletters, reports, or social media
• Legal and safety purposes: To comply with laws or protect the rights and safety of LAMVCF, our users, or others
• Business transactions: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

Anonymous donor information is never shared publicly.

Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to improve the Site, monitor traffic, and provide analytics. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, though some features may not function properly.

Links to Other Sites

Our Site may link to third-party websites. LAMVCF is not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their policies.

Children’s Privacy

The Site is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13. Parents may contact us at info@lamvcf.org to request deletion of their child’s information.

Your Choices

• Access and update information: Email us at info@lamvcf.org to correct or update your personal information
• Opt out of communications: Unsubscribe from promotional emails via the link in the message or by emailing us
• Limit information sharing: You may decline to provide certain information, but some features may be unavailable

Consent and Updates

By using the Site, you consent to this Privacy Policy. We may update this policy periodically, and your continued use of the Site constitutes acceptance of any changes.

Questions

For questions or comments, email info@lamvcf.org or write to:

Los Altos Mountain View Community Foundation
ATTN: Privacy Policy
183 Hillview Ave, Los Altos CA 94022

Last Updated: December 1, 2025