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Privacy Policy

A legal disclaimer

NovaLex Foundation Inc.

Effective Date: June 2026

NovaLex Foundation Inc. ("NovaLex Foundation," "NovaLex," "we," "our," or "us") respects and values the privacy of our donors, volunteers, program participants, website visitors, community partners, and supporters.

This Privacy Policy explains how NovaLex Foundation collects, uses, protects, stores, and shares information obtained through our website, programs, services, events, volunteer activities, donations, communications, and community initiatives.

By using our website or interacting with NovaLex Foundation, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

Information We Collect

NovaLex Foundation may collect information voluntarily provided by individuals, including:

 

Personal Information

  • Full name

  • Mailing address

  • Email address

  • Telephone number

  • Date of birth (when applicable)

  • Emergency contact information

  • Volunteer application information

  • Program registration information

  • Donation information

  • Event registration information

 

Organizational Information

For sponsors, businesses, community organizations, and partners:

  • Organization name

  • Contact information

  • Business information

  • Sponsorship information

 

Website Information

When visitors use our website, we may automatically collect:

  • IP address

  • Browser type

  • Device type

  • Operating system

  • Website activity

  • Referral source

  • Pages visited

  • Date and time of visit

What to include in the Privacy Policy

2. How We Use Information

NovaLex Foundation may use collected information to:

  • Deliver programs and services

  • Process donations

  • Manage volunteer opportunities

  • Register participants for events

  • Communicate with supporters

  • Send newsletters and updates

  • Improve website functionality

  • Conduct organizational reporting

  • Measure program effectiveness

  • Comply with legal obligations

  • Maintain organizational security

 

3. Donor Privacy

NovaLex Foundation respects donor confidentiality.

We do not sell, rent, lease, trade, or distribute donor information to third parties for marketing purposes.

Donor information is used solely for:

  • Donation processing

  • Tax documentation

  • Donor acknowledgment

  • Organizational reporting

  • Legal compliance

 

4. Volunteer Information

Volunteer information may be collected to:

  • Evaluate volunteer opportunities

  • Coordinate volunteer activities

  • Ensure participant safety

  • Maintain organizational records

  • Comply with applicable laws and regulations

NovaLex Foundation may conduct screening procedures when appropriate for certain volunteer roles.

 

5. Program Participants

Information collected from participants may be used to:

  • Provide educational services

  • Administer programs

  • Measure outcomes

  • Maintain attendance records

  • Coordinate support services

  • Ensure participant safety

Only information reasonably necessary to administer services will be collected.

 

6. Children's Privacy

NovaLex Foundation serves youth and families through various educational and community programs.

Personal information relating to minors may be collected only when necessary for participation and in accordance with applicable laws and parental or guardian authorization requirements.

Parents and legal guardians may request access to information relating to their child where permitted by law.

 

7. Photographs, Videos, and Media

NovaLex Foundation may photograph, record, or document programs, events, classes, workshops, volunteer activities, community initiatives, and organizational operations.

Such materials may be used for:

  • Educational purposes

  • Public awareness

  • Grant reporting

  • Organizational publications

  • Website content

  • Social media

  • Fundraising activities

  • Community outreach

Specific consent procedures may be used when required by law.

 

8. Data Security

NovaLex Foundation maintains reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect information from:

  • Unauthorized access

  • Unauthorized disclosure

  • Alteration

  • Misuse

  • Destruction

While reasonable security measures are employed, no system can guarantee absolute security.

 

9. Third-Party Services

NovaLex Foundation may utilize third-party providers, including:

  • Website hosting services

  • Donation processing platforms

  • Email communication platforms

  • Analytics providers

  • Registration systems

  • Social media platforms

These providers maintain their own privacy practices and policies.

NovaLex Foundation is not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party websites or services.

 

10. Cookies and Analytics

Our website may utilize cookies, analytics tools, and related technologies to:

  • Improve website performance

  • Understand visitor behavior

  • Enhance user experience

  • Monitor website security

Users may disable cookies through their browser settings; however, certain website features may not function properly.

 

11. Information Retention

NovaLex Foundation retains information for as long as reasonably necessary to:

  • Provide services

  • Maintain records

  • Meet legal requirements

  • Fulfill reporting obligations

  • Protect organizational interests

Information may be securely deleted when no longer required.

 

12. Legal Disclosure

NovaLex Foundation may disclose information when required to:

  • Comply with applicable laws

  • Respond to court orders

  • Respond to lawful governmental requests

  • Protect the safety of individuals

  • Protect organizational assets

  • Investigate suspected fraud or misconduct

 

13. California Privacy Rights

Individuals residing in California may have certain privacy rights under applicable California law.

Requests relating to personal information may be submitted using the contact information below.

 

14. Changes to This Policy

NovaLex Foundation reserves the right to modify this Privacy Policy at any time.

Updated versions will be posted on the organization's website with a revised effective date.

Continued use of our website, programs, or services constitutes acceptance of any revisions.

 

15. Contact Information

NovaLex Foundation Inc.

343 E Main St, Suite 102
El Cajon, CA 92020

Phone: (619) 679-7132

Website: www.novalexfoundation.org

EIN: 61-2329756

For privacy-related inquiries, please contact NovaLex Foundation using the information above.

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