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March of Lights

Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 20 May 2026 

March of Lights ("AMi," "we," "us," or "our") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding your data when you visit marchoflights.org or interact with our programs.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information in the following ways:

a. Information you provide directly to us:

  • Contact form submissions: name, email address, phone number, subject, and message.
  • Volunteer applications: name, contact details, skills, interests, availability, education, and other information requested on the volunteer registration form.
  • EduAid and program applications: name, age, educational background, family/financial information, supporting documents, and references.
  • Donations: donor name, email, address, donation amount, and basic payment confirmation details. Full payment card or bank account details are processed directly by our third-party payment providers and are not stored on our servers.
  • Communications: any information you choose to share when you email, call, or message us (including through WhatsApp).

b. Information collected automatically: When you visit our Website, our servers and analytics tools may automatically collect basic technical data such as your IP address, browser type, device type, referring URL, pages visited, and the date and time of your visit.

c. Information from third parties: We may receive limited information from partners (such as payment processors, social media platforms, or partner organizations) when you interact with us through them.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Process donations and issue acknowledgments or receipts.
  • Review and respond to volunteer, EduAid, and program applications.
  • Provide and improve our programs and services.
  • Communicate with you about our work, including newsletters, updates, event invitations, and impact reports (only where you have agreed to receive these).
  • Maintain the security and proper functioning of our Website.
  • Comply with legal obligations, donor reporting requirements, and audit needs.
  • Prevent fraud, abuse, and unauthorized access.

3. Legal Basis for Processing (for users in the EU/UK) 

Where applicable data protection laws (such as the GDPR) apply, we process your personal data under one or more of the following legal bases: your consent, the performance of an agreement with you, our legitimate interests as a charity, or compliance with legal obligations.

4. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share it only in the following limited circumstances:

  • Service providers: with trusted third parties who help us operate the Website and our programs (e.g., payment processors, email/communication tools, Google Forms, cloud hosting, analytics).
  • Program partners: with verified partner organizations where necessary to deliver a program you have applied for, with reasonable safeguards.
  • Legal compliance: when required by law, court order, or governmental authority.
  • Protection: to protect the rights, property, or safety of March of Lights, our beneficiaries, donors, volunteers, or others.

5. Photos, Stories & Testimonials 

With consent, we may publish photographs, names, stories, and testimonials of beneficiaries, volunteers, and donors on our Website, social media, and reports. You can ask us at any time to remove or anonymize content related to you. For minors (under 18), we obtain consent from a parent or legal guardian before publishing identifiable information.

6. Cookies & Tracking Technologies 

Our Website may use cookies and similar technologies to remember your preferences, understand how visitors use our Website, and improve user experience. You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect some functions of the Website. For more information, please see our Cookie Policy.

7. Data Retention 

We keep your personal data only for as long as needed to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Policy, comply with legal and accounting obligations, and maintain accurate program records. When your data is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it.

8. Data Security 

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational measures to protect your information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security, but we work to safeguard your data and respond promptly to any concerns.

9. International Transfers 

Because our work spans the United States, Bangladesh, and other countries, your personal data may be transferred, stored, and processed outside your country of residence. By using our Website, you consent to such transfers, subject to applicable data protection laws.

10. Children's Privacy 

We do not knowingly collect personal information directly from children under the age of 13 without verifiable parental consent. EduAid and similar programs serving minors are administered through parents, guardians, schools, or community partners. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information without consent, please contact us so we can remove it.

11. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

  • Access the personal data we hold about you.
  • Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
  • Request deletion of your data, subject to legal and record-keeping requirements.
  • Object to or restrict certain types of processing.
  • Withdraw consent at any time (e.g., to unsubscribe from emails).
  • Lodge a complaint with a relevant data protection authority.

To exercise any of these rights, please email us at marchoflights@gmail.com or ami.alormichil24@gmail.com.

12. Third-Party Links 

Our Website contains links to external sites (e.g., social media, Google Forms, payment processors). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. Please review their privacy policies separately.

13. Updates to This Policy 

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The latest version will always be available on this page with a revised "Last Updated" date. Significant changes will be communicated through the Website or via email where appropriate.

14. Contact Us

For privacy-related questions or requests, please contact:

Last updated: May 29, 2026