The Caring Closet, Inc. Effective Date: 18 July 2026
The Caring Closet, Inc. (“The Caring Closet,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is a nonprofit organization incorporated in the State of Ohio. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information when you visit our website, register for events or classes, sign up for our email list, or make a donation.
By using our website, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information directly from you through forms on our website:
- Contact information: name and email address (e.g., when you sign up for our newsletter or mailing list)
- Event and class registration information: name, email address, and any other details you provide when registering as a student or teacher/instructor for an event or class
- Donation information: name, email address, and payment details when you make a donation through our website
We do not use third-party registration or payment platforms (such as Eventbrite, PayPal, or Stripe) — all forms on our site are built and hosted directly by us.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Register you for events, classes, or programs, and communicate with you about them
- Send you newsletters, updates, and information about our programs (if you’ve signed up)
- Process and acknowledge donations, including for tax-receipt purposes
- Coordinate with instructors/teachers regarding classes they are leading
- Respond to inquiries and provide customer support
- Maintain internal records for organizational and reporting purposes
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties.
3. Payment Information
If you make a donation through our website, payment details (such as card information) are processed securely. We retain only the information necessary for record-keeping, tax receipts, and donor acknowledgment; we do not store full payment card details on our own systems.
4. Cookies and Analytics
Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to support basic site functionality and to help us understand how visitors use our site. You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings; doing so may affect some website features.
5. How We Protect Your Information
We take reasonable administrative and technical measures to protect the personal information you share with us against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
6. Information Sharing
We do not share your personal information with outside parties except:
- When necessary to comply with a legal obligation, court order, or government request
- With trusted individuals within our organization (e.g., staff, board members, or volunteer instructors) who need the information to carry out their role
- With your consent
7. Children’s Information
If our program include participants under the age of 18, we collect only the information necessary to administer the program (such as a name and a parent/guardian’s contact email) and do not knowingly collect personal information directly from children without appropriate parental or guardian involvement.
8. Your Choices
You may:
- Request to review, correct, or delete the personal information we hold about you, subject to any legal or recordkeeping requirements (such as donation records needed for tax purposes)
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
10. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us at:
The Caring Closet, Inc. 6 S D St., Hamilton, OH 45013. thecaringcloset@gmail.com