Privacy Policy – Shanti Niketan Shiksha Mandir

Effective Date: 11-08-2025

Shanti Niketan Shiksha Mandir (“we,” “our,” “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy and personal information of our donors, volunteers, supporters, and visitors. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you interact with our organization, whether online or offline.

We are a charitable educational institution located in Nandgaon, dedicated to providing free education to underprivileged children. All donations we receive are used exclusively for the running and development of our school — never for personal use.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

  • Personal Information: Name, address, phone number, email address, payment details, and other information you voluntarily provide when donating or contacting us.
  • Non-Personal Information: Browser type, device information, IP address, pages visited on our website, and general usage data.
  • Donation Information: Amount donated, mode of payment, date of donation, and any donor-specific instructions.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for purposes such as:

  • Processing and confirming donations.
  • Sending donation receipts and acknowledgments.
  • Communicating updates about our school’s activities, events, and campaigns.
  • Responding to your queries and support requests.
  • Complying with legal obligations.

3. Donation Policy

  • 100% Donation Utilization: Every donation is used solely for the education, infrastructure, maintenance, and welfare programs of Shanti Niketan Shiksha Mandir. No amount is ever used for personal purposes.
  • Non-Refundable: All donations made to our school are final and non-refundable.
  • Transparency: Upon request, donors can receive a summary of how their contributions have been used within the organization’s annual report.

4. Sharing of Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following cases:

  • With payment processors and trusted service providers for donation processing.
  • If required by law, court order, or legal process.

5. Data Security

We implement strict technical and organizational measures to protect your personal and financial data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

6. Cookies & Website Tracking

Our website may use cookies to improve your browsing experience and analyze traffic patterns. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.

7. Your Rights

As a donor or supporter, you have the right to:

  • Access the personal data we hold about you.
  • Request corrections to your data.
  • Opt out of receiving communications from us.

8. Third-Party Links

Our website or communications may contain links to other websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party sites.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on our website with a revised effective date.