Privacy Policy

Salt and Light Council

Effective Date: October 20, 2026

1. Introduction

Salt and Light Council (“SLC,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, protect, and disclose personal information when you visit our website, subscribe to our communications, participate in our programs, register for events, make donations, or otherwise interact with Salt and Light Council.

Our mission involves providing educational resources, ministry communications, civic engagement opportunities, and information relevant to our organization’s activities.

By using our website or voluntarily providing personal information, you acknowledge the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when interacting with our website, programs, or services.

This information may include:

• Contact Information: Name, email address, mailing address, telephone number, and mobile phone number.
• Subscription Information: Email newsletter preferences, SMS messaging preferences, and communication consent records.
• Donation Information: Donation amounts, transaction dates, billing information, and records necessary for financial administration and charitable contribution acknowledgments.
• Event Registration Information: Details provided when registering for conferences, meetings, educational programs, or other organizational activities.
• Communication Information: Information submitted through contact forms, surveys, inquiries, and other correspondence.
• Technical Information: Internet Protocol (IP) addresses, browser types, device information, operating systems, referring websites, and website usage data.
• Consent Records: Information documenting when, where, and how individuals consented to receive communications.

We collect only the information reasonably necessary to administer our activities, provide requested services, communicate with participants, and fulfill applicable legal obligations.

3. How We Use Your Information

Salt and Light Council may use personal information for the following purposes:

• Providing educational materials, ministry resources, and organizational information.
• Sending email newsletters and communications to subscribers.
• Delivering SMS messages to individuals who have expressly opted in.
• Communicating upcoming events, conferences, and ministry activities.
• Processing donations and providing contribution acknowledgments.
• Responding to inquiries and requests for assistance.
• Administering registrations, subscriptions, and organizational programs.
• Improving website functionality, accessibility, and user experience.
• Understanding engagement with our educational resources and communications.
• Maintaining website security and preventing fraudulent or unauthorized activity.
• Complying with applicable legal, regulatory, and financial reporting obligations.

We do not use personal information for purposes materially inconsistent with those described in this Privacy Policy without providing appropriate notice or obtaining additional consent where required.

4. SMS Messaging and Mobile Communications

Salt and Light Council offers an optional SMS messaging program to individuals who voluntarily subscribe to receive text communications.

SMS messages may include:

• Ministry updates and organizational announcements.
• Educational resources and informational materials.
• Event announcements, confirmations, and reminders.
• Civic engagement and public policy educational updates.
• Opportunities to participate in ministry initiatives.
• Fundraising and charitable giving announcements, where appropriate.

SMS Consent

We obtain SMS consent through an affirmative opt-in process.

When subscribing through an online form, individuals must actively select a separate, unchecked checkbox indicating their agreement to receive SMS communications from Salt and Light Council.

Providing a mobile telephone number alone does not constitute consent to receive promotional SMS messages.

Consent to receive SMS messages is not a condition of making a donation, purchasing goods or services, registering for an event, or accessing our educational resources.

We do not automatically enroll individuals in SMS communications solely because they have subscribed to an email newsletter, made a donation, or otherwise interacted with our organization.

SMS Message Frequency

Message frequency varies based on organizational activities, upcoming events, and the subscriber’s communication preferences.

Message and data rates may apply according to the subscriber’s wireless service plan.

SMS Opt-Out

Subscribers may opt out of SMS communications at any time by replying:

STOP

After opting out, subscribers will receive confirmation that their subscription has been canceled.

We will honor unsubscribe requests in accordance with applicable laws and messaging requirements.

SMS Assistance

For assistance with SMS communications, subscribers may reply:

HELP

Additional information is available through our website.

SMS Data Protection and Non-Sharing

Salt and Light Council does not sell, rent, or share mobile phone numbers or SMS opt-in consent information with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes.

We may disclose mobile telephone numbers to trusted service providers solely as necessary to deliver SMS communications, manage subscriptions, maintain messaging infrastructure, or comply with applicable legal requirements.

SMS opt-in data and consent records are not shared with third parties or affiliates for their independent marketing purposes.

Our service providers are authorized to process this information only as necessary to perform services on our behalf, subject to applicable contractual and confidentiality obligations.

For additional information about our SMS messaging program, please review our SMS Terms & Conditions.

5. Email Communications

Salt and Light Council may send email newsletters, educational materials, ministry announcements, event invitations, and other organizational communications to individuals who subscribe or otherwise authorize such communications.

We use email marketing and communication platforms to manage subscriber lists and deliver messages.

Recipients may unsubscribe from promotional email communications by selecting the unsubscribe link included in applicable emails.

We make reasonable efforts to honor unsubscribe requests promptly.

Certain administrative or transactional communications, such as donation receipts or event registration confirmations, may continue when necessary to fulfill requested services or legal obligations.

6. Donations and Payment Processing

When you make a donation to Salt and Light Council, we may collect information necessary to process the transaction and maintain appropriate financial records.

This may include:

• Donor name and contact information.
• Donation amount and transaction date.
• Billing information.
• Payment confirmation and transaction identifiers.
• Information necessary to provide donation receipts and acknowledgments.

Online donations may be processed through secure third-party payment service providers.

Payment processors may collect and process payment card or banking information in accordance with their own privacy policies and security practices.

Salt and Light Council does not intentionally collect or store complete payment card information unless necessary for an authorized payment process.

Donation records may be retained as required for accounting, auditing, tax reporting, and other legal obligations.

7. Cookies and Website Analytics

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve functionality, understand visitor behavior, and enhance the user experience.

Cookies are small data files stored on your device when you visit a website.

We may use cookies for purposes such as:

• Maintaining website functionality and security.
• Remembering visitor preferences.
• Measuring website traffic and engagement.
• Understanding how visitors interact with website content.
• Improving website performance and accessibility.
• Evaluating the effectiveness of educational and outreach initiatives.

Some cookies may be placed by third-party services used to support website functionality, analytics, or embedded content.

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.

Disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.

Where required by applicable law, we will obtain consent before using nonessential cookies or similar tracking technologies.

8. Third-Party Service Providers

Salt and Light Council may work with trusted third-party providers to operate its website, administer programs, process donations, and deliver communications.

These providers may include:

• Website hosting and infrastructure providers.
• Email marketing platforms.
• SMS messaging providers.
• Donation and payment processing services.
• Customer relationship management systems.
• Website analytics and performance monitoring services.
• Security and fraud prevention services.
• Event registration and administrative platforms.

These providers may receive access to personal information only to the extent reasonably necessary to perform their services.

We expect service providers to handle personal information appropriately and in accordance with applicable legal and contractual requirements.

Mobile phone numbers and SMS opt-in consent information are not shared with third parties or affiliates for their marketing or promotional purposes.

9. Sharing and Disclosure of Personal Information

Salt and Light Council does not sell personal information.

We may disclose personal information in limited circumstances, including:

• Service Providers: When necessary to provide website hosting, communications, payment processing, or other authorized operational services.
• Legal Requirements: When required to comply with applicable laws, regulations, court orders, or lawful government requests.
• Security and Protection: When reasonably necessary to investigate fraud, prevent unauthorized activity, or protect the rights and safety of our organization and others.
• Organizational Administration: When necessary for legitimate administrative activities, subject to applicable privacy protections.

We do not disclose SMS consent information to unrelated organizations for their independent marketing activities.

10. Data Security

Salt and Light Council takes reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational measures to protect personal information against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, misuse, or destruction.

These measures may include:

• Secure website connections using HTTPS encryption.
• Access controls for administrative systems.
• Authentication and account security practices.
• Security monitoring and software updates.
• Restricted access to sensitive information.
• Use of reputable hosting and communications providers.

Although we take reasonable precautions, no method of electronic transmission or storage can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

We encourage visitors to exercise appropriate caution when transmitting sensitive information online.

11. Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as reasonably necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy or satisfy applicable legal, financial, and regulatory requirements.

Retention periods may vary depending on the type of information and its intended use.

For example:

• Subscription information may be retained while an individual remains subscribed.
• SMS consent and opt-out records may be retained as necessary to document messaging compliance.
• Donation records may be retained for accounting, tax reporting, and auditing purposes.
• Event registration information may be retained for administrative and historical recordkeeping.
• Technical logs may be retained for security, troubleshooting, and operational purposes.

When information is no longer required, we will take reasonable steps to delete, anonymize, or securely dispose of it, subject to applicable retention obligations.

12. Your Privacy Choices and Rights

Depending on applicable law, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information.

These may include the right to:

• Request information about personal data we maintain.
• Request corrections to inaccurate personal information.
• Request deletion of certain personal information.
• Withdraw consent for optional communications.
• Unsubscribe from email newsletters.
• Opt out of SMS messages by replying STOP.
• Request information about how your personal information is used.

We will review and respond to privacy-related requests in accordance with applicable law.

Certain information may need to be retained to satisfy legal obligations, maintain financial records, prevent fraud, or document consent and unsubscribe requests.

To exercise applicable privacy rights, please contact Salt and Light Council through our website.

13. Children’s Privacy

Salt and Light Council does not knowingly collect personal information online from children under the age of 13 without appropriate parental or legal guardian consent.

Our website and communications are generally intended for adults and individuals authorized to participate in our programs.

If we become aware that personal information has been collected from a child under 13 without required consent, we will take reasonable steps to delete that information.

Parents or legal guardians who believe their child’s personal information has been collected improperly may contact us through our website.

14. Links to External Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, educational resources, ministry partners, social media platforms, and other external services.

These websites operate independently and may maintain their own privacy policies and data collection practices.

Salt and Light Council is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external websites.

We encourage visitors to review the privacy policies of third-party websites before providing personal information.

15. Social Media and Embedded Content

Our website may include social media links, embedded videos, interactive content, or other features provided by third-party platforms.

These services may collect technical information or use cookies according to their own privacy practices.

Interactions with third-party services are governed by the applicable provider’s terms and privacy policies.

We encourage visitors to review those policies when using external platforms.

16. International Visitors

Salt and Light Council primarily operates within the United States.

If you access our website from outside the United States, information you provide may be processed or stored in the United States or other locations where our service providers operate.

Applicable data protection rights and requirements may differ depending on your location.

Where required, we will take appropriate measures to comply with applicable data protection laws.

17. Changes to This Privacy Policy

Salt and Light Council may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our operations, technologies, services, or legal obligations.

When changes are made, we will update the effective date displayed at the top of this page.

Material changes may be communicated through additional notices when required by applicable law.

We encourage visitors to review this Privacy Policy periodically.

18. Contact Information

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, our information practices, or your privacy rights, please contact:

Salt and Light Council

Website: www.saltandlightcouncil.org

Contact: Please use the contact information provided on our website.

For SMS messaging assistance, reply HELP.

To unsubscribe from SMS communications, reply STOP.

19. Acknowledgment

By using the Salt and Light Council website or voluntarily providing personal information, you acknowledge that you have been informed of the privacy practices described in this Privacy Policy.

Where consent is legally required, Salt and Light Council will seek appropriate consent before collecting or processing personal information for the relevant purpose.