Privacy Policy

Last Updated: August 2026

1. Introduction

STONY FOUNDATION respects the privacy of visitors, members, volunteers, donors and other users of its website.

This Privacy Policy explains the types of information that may be collected through our website and how that information may be used.

2. Information We May Collect

Depending on the services you use, we may collect information such as:

• Name
• Mobile number
• Email address
• Address and location information provided by you
• Membership information
• Volunteer information
• Donation and transaction reference information
• Messages submitted through contact forms

3. Information You Provide

Information may be collected when you:

• Register as a member.
• Apply as a volunteer.
• Contact the foundation.
• Participate in programs.
• Make a donation.
• Use member-related services.

4. How We Use Information

Information may be used for legitimate organizational purposes, including:

• Processing membership applications.
• Managing volunteer applications.
• Responding to enquiries.
• Managing donations and transaction records.
• Communicating important program information.
• Improving website functionality and services.
• Maintaining organizational records.

5. Payment Information

Online donations may be processed using a third-party payment gateway.

STONY FOUNDATION should not collect or store sensitive payment credentials such as card PINs, CVVs, banking passwords or OTPs on its own website.

Payment-related information may be handled by the applicable payment service provider according to its own privacy policy and security practices.

6. Cookies

The website may use cookies or similar technologies to support website functionality, security, login sessions and user experience.

Where required, appropriate cookie notices or consent mechanisms may be implemented.

7. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect information against unauthorized access, misuse, alteration, disclosure or loss.

However, no method of electronic transmission or storage can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

8. Sharing of Information

Personal information is not intended to be sold or rented to third parties.

Information may be shared where reasonably necessary for legitimate organizational operations, payment processing, technical services, legal obligations or protection of rights and security.

9. Third-Party Services

The website may use third-party services such as payment gateways, hosting providers, analytics services, communication services or social media platforms.

Such services may process information according to their own terms and privacy policies.

10. Data Retention

Information may be retained for as long as reasonably necessary for organizational, administrative, legal, accounting or compliance purposes.

11. Children's Privacy

Where programs involve children, information should be collected and handled responsibly and with appropriate consent and safeguards.

12. Your Rights

Depending on applicable law and the nature of the information, you may contact us regarding correction, updating or deletion of information that we hold about you.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

STONY FOUNDATION may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.

Any updated version will be published on this page with the revised date.

14. Contact Us

For privacy-related questions or requests, please contact us through the Contact Us page.