Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

The Foundation at Mountain Pacific

Document Owner: Philanthropy Director

‍Effective Date: 09/02/2026

‍Last Review Date: 09/02/2026

‍Version: 1.0

1. Introduction

The Foundation at Mountain Pacific ("Foundation," "we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting the privacy of visitors to our website located at foundation.mountainpacific.org (the "Site"). This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard information when you visit our Site.

This Privacy Policy applies to information collected through our Site. For information about how we handle donor information specifically, please see our separate Donor Privacy Policy.

By using our Site, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with these terms, please do not use our Site.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

Information you provide directly:

• Name, mailing address, email address, and telephone number
• Payment and billing information, when making a donation or purchase
• Information submitted through contact forms, newsletter sign-ups, or event registrations
• Communication preferences
• Any other information you voluntarily provide

Information collected automatically:

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Device information
• Pages visited and time spent on the Site
• Referring website addresses
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies (see Section 5)

3. How We Use Your Information

We may use the information we collect to:

• Operate, maintain, and improve our Site
• Process donations, purchases, or event registrations
• Respond to inquiries and requests
• Send communications about our programs, events, and fundraising initiatives
• Analyze Site usage and trends
• Comply with legal, financial, accounting, and tax requirements
• Protect against fraud, unauthorized transactions, and other liabilities

4. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade personal information collected through our Site to other organizations for marketing purposes.

We may share information:

• With third-party service providers who help us operate the Site or process transactions (e.g., payment processors, email service providers, web hosting)
• When required by law or legal process
• To protect the rights, property, or safety of the Foundation, our users, or others
• In connection with an independent audit, financial review, or legal proceeding
• With your consent

Third-party service providers are expected to maintain appropriate confidentiality and security protections for any information they access.

5. Cookies and Targeting Technologies

Our Site may use cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience and analyze Site traffic.

• Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help us recognize repeat visitors and understand how the Site is used.
• Analytics tools (such as Google Analytics) may collect aggregated, non-identifying information about Site usage.

You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of the Site.

6. Third Party Links

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

7. Data Security

We maintain reasonable administrative, physical, and electronic safeguards designed to protect information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

In the event of a suspected or confirmed data breach, we will take reasonable steps to investigate, mitigate potential harm, and comply with applicable notification requirements.

8. Your Choices and Rights

You may:

• Request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal information
• Opt out of email communications by using the unsubscribe link in our emails
• Request to limit how your information is used
• Contact us with questions or concerns about your information

Depending on your location, you may have additional rights under applicable law (such as the California Consumer Privacy Act or the EU General Data Protection Regulation). To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information in Section 11.

9. Children's Rights

Our Site is not directed to children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will take steps to delete it.

10. Changes to this Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. The updated version will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

The Foundation at Mountain Pacific

Our Office

50 W. 14th St. Suite 5
Helena, MT 59601

Mailing Address

P.O. Box 5119
Helena, MT 59604

Phone

Local: (406) 443-4020

Toll Free: (800) 497-8232

Email

foundation@mountainpacific.org