Privacy Policy

Effective Date: Febraury 2025

1. Who We Are

Inner Compass Cancer Foundation (“ICCF”, “we”, “us”, or “our”) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering cancer patients to heal, transform, and grow. We provide financial support, holistic coaching, educational resources, and community programs to individuals affected by cancer. Our operations include direct financial assistance, coaching sponsorships, digital resource hubs, fundraising events, and volunteer engagement, all managed with compassion, integrity, and transparency.

2. Information We Collect

Depending on your interaction with ICCF, we may collect:

• Personal Identification: Name, contact information (email, phone, address), and demographic details.
• Medical Information: Diagnosis, treatment plans, and medical history (only as required for program eligibility and support).
• Financial Information: Income, employment status, and documentation of financial need (for grant applications).
• Program Participation: Application forms, progress reports, feedback surveys, and testimonials.
• Digital Data: Website usage, cookies, IP addresses, and analytics for improving our online platforms.
• Volunteer/Donor Data: Background checks, credentials, donation history, and engagement preferences.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Assess eligibility and process applications for financial aid and coaching sponsorships.
• Match patients with certified coaches and provide personalized support.
• Monitor program effectiveness and ensure proper use of funds.
• Communicate with you about your application, support, or participation in our programs.
• Share anonymized impact reports with donors and partners.
• Improve our services, digital platforms, and outreach efforts.
• Comply with legal, ethical, and financial reporting requirements.
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4. How We Share Your Information

• With Service Providers: We may share information with trusted partners (e.g., payment processors, IT providers) who help us deliver our services, under strict confidentiality agreements.
• With Medical Professionals: For program eligibility and support, only with your explicit consent.
• With Donors and Partners: Only anonymized or aggregated data is shared for reporting and transparency.
• Legal Compliance: We may disclose information if required by law or to protect the rights and safety of our community.
• We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties.

5. Data Security

We implement robust security measures, including encrypted storage, access controls, and regular audits, to protect your information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. Only authorized staff and volunteers with a legitimate need have access to sensitive data.

6. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes described above, or as required by law. Financial and medical records are securely deleted or anonymized when no longer needed.

7. Your Rights

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

• Access, correct, or delete your personal information.
• Withdraw consent for data processing (where applicable).
• Request a copy of your data or restrict its use.
• File a complaint with a data protection authority.

To exercise your rights, contact us at hello@innercompassfoundation.org

We will respond within 30 days and may require verification of your identity.

8. International Data Transfers

If you access our services from outside the United States, your information may be transferred to and processed in the U.S. We take steps to ensure your data is protected in accordance with applicable laws.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices. Updates will be posted on our website with a revised effective date. We encourage you to review this policy regularly.

10. Contact Us

For questions, concerns, or to exercise your rights, please contact:

• Email: hello@innercompassfoundation.org