ANI FUND INC. PRIVACY POLICY

Last Revised: March 17, 2026

This Privacy Policy explains how Ani Fund Inc. (“Ani Fund”, “we”, “us”, “our”) collects, uses, and shares information when you visit www.ani.fund or use our related online services, tools, and features (the “Services”).

When we say “you” or “your,” we mean donors, volunteers, and other users of our Services. Your use of the Services is also governed by our Terms of Service, which are incorporated into this Privacy Policy.

By using, accessing, or donating through the Services, you agree to the practices described here and acknowledge that the Terms of Service govern the legal terms of donations, including Ani Fund’s exclusive control over contributions and variance power.

1. INFORMATION WE COLLECT

We collect information that can identify you (“Personal Data”) and other information related to your use of the Services. We only collect what we reasonably need to operate Ani Fund, process donations, communicate with supporters, and comply with law.

We may also create de‑identified or aggregated data that cannot reasonably be linked to you; we may use this for any lawful purpose, such as research and reporting.

A. INFORMATION YOU PROVIDE

You may give us Personal Data when you interact with Ani Fund, for example:

Contact information – such as your name, email address, mailing address, and phone number when you donate, subscribe to updates, register for events, or contact us.
Donation and transaction information – such as donation amounts, dates, billing address, and limited payment details. Payment information is processed by third‑party processors (for example, Stripe); Ani Fund does not store full credit card numbers or full authentication data. Please review the payment processor’s terms and privacy policy before submitting payment information.
Communications and engagement – information you provide in emails, forms, volunteer applications, surveys, or other interactions with Ani Fund, along with related correspondence.
Donor records – your donation history, preferences, and related correspondence in our donor management or CRM systems.

If you choose not to provide requested information, some features of the Services may not work or may be unavailable.

B. INFORMATION COLLECTED AUTOMATICALLY

When you use the Services, we automatically collect certain technical information, such as:

IP address, browser type, device type, and operating system
Pages visited, links clicked, referring URLs, timestamps, and time spent on pages
Approximate location (for example, city and state) derived from your IP address

We and our service providers use cookies, pixels, and similar technologies (“Cookies”) to help our website function, understand how visitors use the Services, and improve the experience.

We generally use three types of Cookies:

Essential Cookies – required for the website to work and that cannot be turned off in our cookie tools
Analytics Cookies – help us understand how visitors use the Services
Functional Cookies – remember your preferences and settings

We do not currently use advertising or marketing Cookies, do not use Cookies for cross‑context behavioral or targeted advertising, and do not allow third parties to use our Cookies to build advertising profiles about you. If our use of Cookies changes in the future (for example, if we begin using advertising or marketing Cookies), we will update this Privacy Policy and provide any notices or choices required by applicable law before such changes take effect.

You can manage Cookies through our banner or preference tools (where available), your browser settings, or device settings. However, if you disable Cookies, some features may not function properly.

We use analytics tools, including Google Analytics, to help us understand how visitors use the Services and improve our website. Google Analytics sets its own cookies and processes information in accordance with its own terms and privacy policy, which describe available opt-out options.

Some browsers send “Do Not Track” (DNT) signals. Because there is no agreed‑upon standard for responding to DNT signals, our Services currently do not respond to them.

C. INFORMATION FROM THIRD PARTIES

We may receive information about you from third parties, such as:

Payment processors confirming donation transactions
Service providers supporting analytics or email communications
Public sources, such as public charitable records or event registrations

We handle this information according to this Privacy Policy and any additional limits imposed by the source or applicable law.

2. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION

We use Personal Data only for legitimate nonprofit and operational purposes consistent with our charitable mission, and in line with applicable law. We limit collection, use, and retention to what is reasonably necessary and proportionate.

We do not sell Personal Data, do not share it for cross‑context behavioral advertising, and do not currently process Personal Data for targeted advertising.

We may also use Personal Data for compatible purposes disclosed at the time of collection or with your consent where required by law.

A. DONATION PROCESSING AND ADMINISTRATION

We use your information to:

Process donations via our payment processors
Send donation confirmations and tax receipts
Maintain donor and transaction records for required accounting and reporting
Manage recurring donations and donor preferences

We also verify payments, screen for fraud, handle chargebacks or disputes, and maintain records needed for audit, tax, and legal compliance. Ani Fund may deny, limit, suspend, or verify any donation or request if needed to prevent fraud, abuse, or policy violations or to comply with law or regulatory requirements.

B. SUPPORTING OUR CHARITABLE MISSION

We use information to carry out Ani Fund’s mission of directing donations to charitable organizations in the Philippines, including to:

Track donations associated with programs or initiatives identified by Ani Fund or selected by donors as non‑binding preferences
Coordinate with charitable partner organizations that receive funds
Report on the use and impact of donated funds

We keep records of your program, initiative, or beneficiary preferences for internal administration, donor stewardship, and reporting. These records do not change Ani Fund’s exclusive legal control over contributions or its discretion to redirect donations consistent with its mission and applicable law.

References to projects, programs, or beneficiaries describe internal practices and do not create a right to earmark funds for specific individuals or restrict Ani Fund’s legal discretion over donated funds.

C. COMMUNICATIONS WITH SUPPORTERS

We use your information to:

Send newsletters, fundraising appeals, and program updates
Share information about events or volunteer opportunities
Respond to questions and requests
Send administrative communications about donations, receipts, or account activity

You may opt out of promotional or fundraising messages at any time using the unsubscribe link in our emails or by contacting us. We will still send essential messages such as donation confirmations, tax receipts, important policy updates, and security notices.

D. IMPROVING AND OPERATING THE SERVICES

We use information to operate, maintain, and improve our website and Services, including to monitor usage, enhance functionality and user experience, maintain security and reliability, and diagnose technical issues.

E. FRAUD PREVENTION, SECURITY, AND LEGAL COMPLIANCE

We use information to:

Detect and prevent fraud, unauthorized transactions, and suspicious activity
Protect the rights, property, and safety of Ani Fund, our donors, and others
Maintain the integrity and security of our systems
Comply with legal obligations, respond to lawful requests, enforce our policies and terms, and establish, exercise, or defend legal claims

Where required by law, we may rely on your consent for certain uses, such as some promotional communications or non‑essential Cookies. You can withdraw consent at any time, but this may affect some features.

3. HOW WE SHARE INFORMATION

Ani Fund respects the privacy of its donors, volunteers, and supporters. We do not sell, rent, trade, or license Personal Data or donor lists for third‑party marketing. We do not share Personal Data for cross‑context behavioral or targeted advertising and do not knowingly allow others to use data collected through the Services for their own profiling or advertising.

We share Personal Data only when needed to run our organization, pursue our charitable mission, or comply with law.

A. SERVICE PROVIDERS

We share Personal Data with trusted service providers that perform services for us, such as:

Payment processing
Website hosting and platform services
Donor management and CRM tools
Data storage and cloud services
Email and newsletter delivery
Analytics and performance monitoring
Technology support and cybersecurity
Website hosting and platform services (for example, providers such as Squarespace)

Service providers are required to protect Personal Data, use it only to provide services to Ani Fund, and, where applicable, apply appropriate safeguards for international transfers. We do not authorize them to use Personal Data for their own independent marketing or unrelated purposes.

In some cases, service providers (for example, payment processors) collect information from you directly. Their handling of that information is governed by their own policies; Ani Fund may receive limited transaction details (such as amount, date, status, and limited billing information) for reconciliation, donor support, fraud prevention, and recordkeeping.

Our Services may also contain links to third‑party websites or services (such as social media or partner organizations). Ani Fund is not responsible for the privacy practices, terms, or content of those third parties. Your use of third‑party sites is at your own risk; please review their privacy policies.

B. CHARITABLE PARTNER ORGANIZATIONS

We may share limited donor information with charitable organizations in the Philippines when reasonably necessary to:

Administer charitable programs
Fulfill the purpose of a donation
Provide donor stewardship or recognition
Report on program impact

We seek to limit this sharing to information relevant to those purposes and ask partners to use the information only for program administration, donor stewardship for the applicable charitable purpose, legal compliance, or other purposes consistent with this Privacy Policy and applicable law.

You may opt out of having your information shared for recognition or stewardship purposes by contacting us. Charitable partners may also collect information directly through their own sites or events, which is governed by their own policies; Ani Fund is not responsible for their independent privacy or security practices outside services performed for or on behalf of Ani Fund.

C. LEGAL, PROTECTION, AND PROFESSIONAL ADVISERS

We may disclose Personal Data when reasonably necessary to:

Comply with laws, regulations, legal processes, or government requests
Respond to subpoenas, court orders, or regulatory inquiries
Enforce our policies, terms, or agreements
Protect the rights, property, or safety of Ani Fund, our donors, or the public
Investigate or prevent fraud, security issues, or other unlawful activity

We also may share information with Ani Fund’s professional advisers (such as lawyers, accountants, and auditors) when needed for legitimate organizational purposes, subject to confidentiality obligations.

D. ORGANIZATIONAL CHANGES

If Ani Fund is involved in a merger, restructuring, reorganization, dissolution, or transfer of substantially all assets to another tax‑exempt organization, Personal Data may be transferred as part of that process to a successor with a similar mission. Any successor must use the information consistent with this Privacy Policy or provide notices of changes as required by law.

If Ani Fund dissolves without a successor, we will delete, anonymize, or transfer data to a similar charitable organization as required by nonprofit‑law requirements.

4. CROSS‑BORDER DATA TRANSFERS

Ani Fund is based in the United States and supports charitable programs in the Philippines. Personal Data may be collected, stored, or processed in the United States, the Philippines, or other locations where we or our service providers operate.

By using the Services or providing information to us, you acknowledge that your Personal Data may be transferred to and processed in these jurisdictions, which may have different data‑protection laws than your home country.

Where required (for example, under European data‑protection laws), we will implement appropriate safeguards for international transfers, such as standard contractual clauses or other lawful mechanisms, and you may contact us for details about applicable safeguards.

5. DATA SECURITY AND RETENTION

A. SECURITY

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect Personal Data from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. These measures may include encryption in transit where appropriate, secure servers, access controls, and periodic security assessments, and we limit access to those who need it for legitimate purposes.

No system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee that our security measures will never be bypassed. We do not store full payment card numbers or card security codes on our systems in the ordinary course of donation processing. Any transmission of information is at your own risk, and you are responsible for keeping any passwords or credentials confidential.

If we determine that a data breach has occurred that requires notice under law, we will investigate, take appropriate steps, and provide any required notifications.

B. RETENTION

We retain Personal Data for as long as needed to provide the Services, maintain our relationship with you, pursue our charitable mission, and meet legal, accounting, and reporting obligations.

Typical retention periods include:

Donation and financial records and tax documentation – at least seven years or longer where required
Technical and usage logs – generally about 14 months, unless needed for security, fraud, or other legitimate purposes
Marketing and email lists – until you opt out, plus a period to process your request and maintain suppression lists
Volunteer and inquiry records – generally for a limited period after our last interaction, unless ongoing engagement continues

We may keep certain information longer where reasonably necessary to comply with tax, accounting, sanctions, or anti‑fraud obligations; maintain records of consent and preferences; enforce our agreements; resolve disputes; or maintain suppression lists so we can honor your communication choices.

When Personal Data is no longer reasonably needed and no legal obligation requires retention, we will take steps to delete, de‑identify, or aggregate it, recognizing that limited copies may remain in backups or archives for legal, compliance, or operational reasons.

6. U.S. STATE PRIVACY RIGHTS

Depending on where you live (for example, California, Virginia, Colorado, Connecticut, or Utah), you may have certain rights regarding your Personal Data, such as the right to request access, correction, or deletion, or to receive a portable copy of certain information.

You or your authorized agent can submit a request using the contact details in the “Contact Us” section. We may need information to verify your identity, confirm your residency, and understand your request, and we will respond within the time required by applicable law. Where the law provides a right to appeal, we will explain how to submit an appeal if we deny your request.

Ani Fund does not currently “sell” or “share” Personal Data under California law, and we do not use sensitive Personal Data (such as payment information) to infer characteristics or for unrelated purposes. We will not discriminate against you for exercising your privacy rights.

If our practices change in a way that constitutes a “sale” or “sharing” of Personal Data or changes how we handle sensitive information, we will update this Privacy Policy and provide any required notices or opt‑out options.

7. EMAIL COMMUNICATIONS

We follow the CAN‑SPAM Act for email communications. Our promotional emails include accurate sender information, truthful subject lines, our physical address, and an easy way to opt out.

Even if you opt out of promotional emails, we may still send you important transactional or relationship messages, such as donation confirmations, tax receipts, responses to inquiries, and notices about significant changes to the Services, Terms, or this Privacy Policy.

8. CHILDREN’S PRIVACY

Our Services are intended for a general audience and are not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect Personal Data from children under 13 through the Services without verifiable parental consent, except where allowed for limited purposes such as security or legal compliance.

If we learn that a child under 13 has provided Personal Data without appropriate consent, we will take steps to delete or appropriately handle that information as required by law. Individuals under 18 may not donate or submit payment information without the consent and supervision of a parent or guardian who agrees to our Terms of Service and this Privacy Policy.

Parents or guardians who believe a child has provided Personal Data to Ani Fund should contact us; after verification, we will investigate and delete information where required, while retaining limited data as necessary to document the request, comply with law, or prevent further collection.

9. CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY & DISPUTES

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or operational needs. When we do, we will update the “Last Revised” date at the top. For material changes that meaningfully affect how we handle Personal Data, we will provide prominent notice on our website or, where appropriate, by email before the changes take effect.

If we plan to use Personal Data in materially different ways than described when it was collected, we will update this Privacy Policy and, where required by law, provide additional notice or obtain your consent before doing so. We will not materially reduce your privacy rights under this Privacy Policy without providing any required notices.

Your continued use of the Services after changes become effective means you accept the updated Privacy Policy.

Disputes relating to this Privacy Policy are subject to the dispute resolution provisions in our Terms of Service, including arbitration and venue.

10. EEA, UK, AND SWITZERLAND DISCLOSURES

If you are in the European Economic Area, United Kingdom, or Switzerland and Ani Fund’s processing of your Personal Data is subject to European data‑protection law, additional rights and information (for example, legal bases for processing, specific rights such as data portability and objection, and international transfer safeguards) apply as set out in the European‑specific section of the full Privacy Policy.

You may contact us to exercise your rights under European law and to request more detail about transfer safeguards. You also have the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority.