Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Last updated: September 19, 2025

Your Privacy Matters to Us

We believe you have the right to know exactly how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.

We wrote this policy in plain English because everyone deserves to understand their privacy rights.

If you have trouble reading or understanding any part of this document, please contact us at info@UmbrellaOpensDoors.Org and we’ll help explain it in a way that works for you.

Who We Are

Umbrella ND is the public name for Umbrella Alliance US Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.

Our mission is building a neurodivergent-led community that provides resources, education, and advocacy support.

When we say “we,” “us,” or “Umbrella ND,” we mean our organization and staff.

When we say “you,” we mean anyone who visits our website or uses our services.

What Information We Collect

Information you give us directly:

  • Contact information: Name, email address, phone number

  • Event registration: Information needed to participate in our programs

  • Donations: Information required to process donations securely

  • Communication: Messages you send us through contact forms or email

  • Surveys and feedback: Responses you choose to share with us

Information we collect automatically:

  • Website usage: Pages you visit, time spent on our site, links you click

  • Device information: Type of device, browser, operating system

  • Location data: General location (like city or state), not your exact address

  • Cookies: Small files that help our website work better for you

Information from other sources:

  • Social media: If you interact with us on social platforms

  • Partners: Information from organizations we work with (only with your permission)

  • Public records: Information that’s already publicly available

How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Provide our services: Send you resources, event information, and updates

  • Improve our programs: Understand what’s working and what needs improvement

  • Communicate with you: Answer your questions and send important updates

  • Process donations: Handle your financial contributions securely

  • Keep you safe: Protect against spam, fraud, and harmful behavior

  • Follow the law: Meet legal requirements for nonprofits

We do NOT use your information to:

  • Sell or rent your personal information to other organizations

  • Send you advertising for products we don’t believe in

  • Share your information without your permission (except as described below)

  • Track you across the internet for commercial purposes

When We Share Your Information

We may share your information when:

With your permission:

  • You ask us to share information with specific people or organizations

  • You participate in joint programs with our partners

  • You give us written consent to share for specific purposes

For our operations:

  • Service providers: Companies that help us run our website, process donations, or send emails

  • Event partners: Organizations we work with to host events or programs

  • Legal compliance: When required by law, court order, or legal process

To protect safety:

  • If we believe someone is in immediate danger

  • To prevent fraud or protect our organization

  • To enforce our terms of service or community guidelines

We will NEVER:

  • Sell your personal information

  • Share your information for commercial advertising

  • Give your information to organizations that don’t share our values

  • Share more information than necessary for the specific purpose

How We Protect Your Information

Security measures we use:

  • Encrypted connections: All data is transmitted using secure encryption

  • Limited access: Only authorized staff can access your information

  • Regular updates: We keep our security systems current

  • Secure storage: Your information is stored on protected servers

  • Staff training: Our team knows how to handle your information safely

What you can do:

  • Use strong passwords for your accounts

  • Keep your login information private

  • Tell us immediately if you think your account was accessed by someone else

  • Log out of your account when using shared computers

Your Privacy Rights

You have the right to:

  • Know what information we have: Ask us what personal information we’ve collected

  • Update your information: Correct any information that’s wrong or outdated

  • Delete your information: Ask us to remove your personal information

  • Stop communications: Unsubscribe from emails or updates anytime

  • Access your information: Get a copy of the personal information we have about you

  • Limit how we use your information: Ask us to use your information only for specific purposes

How to use your rights:

  • Email us at info@UmbrellaOpensDoors.Org

  • Include your full name and the email address associated with your account

  • Tell us specifically what you want (update, delete, copy, etc.)

  • We’ll respond within 30 days

Cookies and Website Technology

What cookies do:

  • Remember your preferences and settings

  • Help us understand how people use our website

  • Make sure our website works properly

  • Keep you logged in to your account

Types of cookies we use:

  • Essential cookies: Required for our website to work

  • Performance cookies: Help us improve our website

  • Functional cookies: Remember your preferences

  • Analytics cookies: Show us how people use our website

Your cookie choices:

  • You can disable cookies in your browser settings

  • Some features of our website might not work without cookies

  • You can delete cookies anytime through your browser

Third-Party Services

We work with other organizations for:

  • Email services: To send you newsletters and updates

  • Donation processing: To handle financial contributions securely

  • Website hosting: To keep our website running

  • Analytics: To understand how people use our website

  • Social media: To connect with our community

What this means:

  • These services have their own privacy policies

  • We choose partners who protect your privacy

  • We only share the minimum information needed

  • You can review their privacy policies on their websites

Special Protections for Sensitive Information

Health information:

  • We don’t collect medical records or detailed health information

  • If you share health information with us, we protect it carefully

  • We never share health information without your explicit permission

Children’s information:

  • We don’t knowingly collect information from children under 13

  • If a child has provided information, we’ll delete it when notified

  • Parents can contact us to review or delete their child’s information

Financial information:

  • We use secure, encrypted systems for all donations

  • We don’t store your full credit card or bank account numbers

  • Financial information is only used for donation processing

International Users

If you’re outside the United States:

  • Your information may be transferred to and stored in the United States

  • We follow U.S. privacy laws and our own strict privacy standards

  • You have the same privacy rights regardless of where you live

  • Contact us if you have questions about international data transfers

Changes to This Policy

When we update this policy:

  • We’ll post the new version on our website

  • We’ll email you if there are major changes

  • The “Last updated” date at the top will change

  • You can always find the current version at UmbrellaOpensDoors.Org

Your choices if we make changes:

  • Continue using our services (means you accept the changes)

  • Contact us with questions about the changes

  • Stop using our services if you don’t agree with the changes

  • Ask us to delete your information if you no longer want to participate

Contact Us About Privacy

Questions about this policy?

  • Email: info@UmbrellaOpensDoors.Org

  • Subject line: “Privacy Policy Question”

  • Website: UmbrellaOpensDoors.Org

  • Mail: 303 N. West St., Suite 150-U, Wichita, KS 67203

Need this information in a different format?

We can provide this privacy policy in:

  • Large print

  • Different languages (as resources allow)

  • Audio format

  • Simple summary version

  • Explanation over the phone

Filing a complaint:

If you think we’ve mishandled your personal information:

  • Contact us first – we want to make things right

  • You can also file a complaint with your state’s attorney general

  • Contact information for state privacy regulators is available online

Accessibility and Privacy

Our commitment:

  • We work to make our privacy practices accessible to everyone

  • We provide multiple ways to exercise your privacy rights

  • We accommodate different communication needs

  • We explain privacy concepts in plain language

Getting help:

  • Contact us if you need help understanding your privacy rights

  • We’ll work with you to find the best way to communicate

  • We provide reasonable accommodations for privacy-related requests

Summary: The Bottom Line

We collect information to provide our services and support our community. We protect your information using strong security measures. We never sell your personal information. You have rights over your information and we’ll help you use them. We’re always available to answer your privacy questions.

Legal Compliance

This privacy policy complies with applicable federal and state privacy laws, including:

  • California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)

  • General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for international users

  • Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA)

  • Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) where applicable

Thank you for trusting us with your information. We take that responsibility seriously.

Umbrella ND is the public-facing name of Umbrella Alliance US Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. EIN: 92-3293240.

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