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Privacy Policy

Effective Date: October 9, 2025
Organization Name: The Church in Forest Park
Website: https://www.thechurchinforestpark.org

1. Introduction

The Church in Forest Park (“we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard information obtained through our website, including our online giving platform.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following information:

  • Personal Information: Name, email address, mailing address, and phone number.

  • Donation Information: Donation amount, transaction details, and payment method (processed securely by our third-party provider).

  • Technical Data: IP address, browser type, and site usage information via cookies.

3. How We Use Your Information

Your information is used to:

  • Process and acknowledge donations.

  • Maintain accurate donor and financial records in compliance with GAAP.

  • Send receipts, statements, and church updates (only if you opt in).

  • Comply with IRS reporting and recordkeeping requirements.

4. How We Protect Your Information

We use industry-standard encryption (SSL) and secure servers. Donation transactions are handled by trusted, PCI-compliant payment processors. We do not store credit or debit card numbers on our servers.

5. Sharing of Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your information. We may share data only with:

  • Our third-party payment processor to complete a transaction.

  • Government or legal authorities if required by law.

6. Cookies

Our website may use cookies to improve your browsing experience. You can disable cookies in your browser settings.

7. Your Rights

You may request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal data by emailing us at harrisfredrick50@yahoo.com

8. Contact Us

Email: harrisfredrick50@yahoo.com
Phone: 334-296-3806

Terms & Conditions

Effective Date: October 9, 2025
Organization: The Church in Forest Park (a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization)
Website: https://www.thechurchinforestpark.org

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing this website or making a donation, you agree to these Terms & Conditions. If you do not agree, please do not use the site.

2. Use of Website

You agree to use our website for lawful, noncommercial purposes only. Unauthorized access, misuse, or interference with the website is prohibited.

3. Donations

  • All donations are voluntary and nonrefundable except as described in our Refund Policy.

  • Donations are processed securely by a third-party payment provider.

  • Acknowledgment or receipt letters are issued for each contribution.

  • The Church in Forest Park is recognized by the IRS as a tax-exempt organization under Section 501(c)(3). Donations are generally tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.

4. Financial Accountability

The Church in Forest Park adheres to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and maintains transparent records of all donations and expenses. Annual summaries may be made available upon request.

5. Links to External Sites

Our website may link to third-party sites. We are not responsible for their content, practices, or privacy policies.

6. Limitation of Liability

The Church in Forest Park is not liable for damages arising from the use or inability to use this website or its online giving features.

7. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms periodically. Continued use of the site after such changes constitutes acceptance.

8. Contact Information

Email: harrisfredrick50@yahoo.com
Phone: 334-296-3806

Refund Policy

Effective Date: October 9, 2025
Organization: The Church in Forest Park
Status: IRS 501(c)(3) Nonprofit Organization

1. General Policy

Because donations are voluntary and typically tax-deductible, refunds are not generally issued once a donation has been processed. However, we understand that mistakes may occur and will review refund requests on a case-by-case basis.

2. Eligibility for Refunds

A refund may be granted if:

  • A donation was made in error or duplicated.

  • The wrong amount was entered.

  • The transaction was unauthorized.

Refund requests must be made within 30 days of the transaction date.

3. Requesting a Refund

To request a refund, please email: harrisfredrick50@yahoo.com
Include:

  • Full name

  • Donation amount and date

  • Transaction or reference number (if available)

  • Reason for the refund request

If approved, the refund will be issued to the original payment method within 10–14 business days.

4. Accounting and Recordkeeping

All refund transactions are properly documented and reflected in our financial records in compliance with GAAP and IRS nonprofit reporting standards.

5. Contact Us

Email: harrisfredrick50@yahoo.com
Phone: 334-296-3806