Friends of Penn State Men's Hockey, Inc. Privacy Policy
Effective Date: August 1, 2026

Introduction
Friends of Penn State Men's Hockey, Inc. ("we," "us," "our") is a nonprofit organization committed to protecting the privacy of our donors, members, volunteers, and website visitors. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding that information.

Information We Collect

• Contact information: name, email address, mailing address, phone number
• Payment information: processed through our third-party payment processor; we do not store full credit card numbers on our servers
• Transaction history: donation amounts, membership tier, event registrations, merchandise purchases
• Technical data: IP address, browser type, device information, cookies (see Cookie section below)
• Voluntary information: anything you submit via contact forms, surveys, or comments

How We Use Your Information

• To process donations, memberships, ticket sales, and merchandise orders
• To send donation receipts and tax acknowledgment letters
• To communicate updates, newsletters, and impact reports (you may opt out at any time)
• To comply with legal and tax reporting obligations
• To improve our website and services

How We Share Your Information
We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share data with:

• Payment processors (to complete transactions)
• Service providers who help us operate the site (email platforms, CRM systems), under confidentiality agreements
• Government or regulatory bodies where required by law

Data Retention & Security
We retain donor and transaction records as required for tax and audit purposes (typically [X years]). We use industry-standard security measures, including SSL encryption and PCI-DSS-compliant payment processing, to protect your data.

Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to access, correct, or request deletion of your personal information. California residents have additional rights under the CCPA, including the right to opt out of the sale of personal information (which we do not engage in). To exercise these rights, contact us at info@fopsmh.com.

Cookies
Our website uses cookies to remember preferences, analyze traffic, and support payment processing. You can control cookies through your browser settings.

Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy periodically. The "Effective Date" above reflects the most recent revision.

Contact Us
Questions about this policy: info@fopsmh.com