Policies & Legal Information
Privacy Policy
Last updated: April 2025
Good Care Children's Ministry ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website.
Information We Collect
We collect minimal information to operate our website effectively:
- Contact Form Submissions: When you contact us through our website, we collect your name, email address, and message content to respond to your inquiry.
- Donation Information: All donations are processed through Give Lively, a third-party payment processor. We do not collect or store your payment card information directly. Please review Give Lively's Privacy Policy for information about how they handle your data.
Cookies and Tracking
We do not use cookies or tracking technologies on this website. We do not use analytics services, advertising pixels, or any other tracking mechanisms. Your browsing activity on our site is not tracked or monitored.
How We Use Your Information
Information collected through our contact form is used solely to:
- Respond to your inquiries
- Provide information about our ministry
- Send updates about our work (only if you request them)
Information Sharing
We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties. We may share information only when required by law or to protect our rights.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at [email protected].
Terms of Use
Last updated: April 2025
By accessing and using the Good Care Children's Ministry website, you agree to these Terms of Use.
Use of Website
This website is provided for informational purposes about Good Care Children's Ministry and to facilitate donations to support our work. You agree to use this website only for lawful purposes.
Intellectual Property
All content on this website, including text, images, logos, and design, is the property of Good Care Children's Ministry unless otherwise noted. You may not reproduce, distribute, or use our content without written permission, except for personal, non-commercial purposes.
Donations
All donations made through our website are processed by Give Lively and are subject to their terms of service. Donations to Good Care Children's Ministry are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. We are a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (EIN: 41-4766797).
Disclaimer
This website and its content are provided "as is" without warranties of any kind. We make reasonable efforts to ensure accuracy but do not guarantee that all information is complete or current.
Limitation of Liability
Good Care Children's Ministry shall not be liable for any damages arising from your use of this website or inability to access it.
External Links
Our website may contain links to external sites. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of these sites.
Changes to Terms
We may update these Terms of Use at any time. Continued use of the website after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.
Governing Law
These terms are governed by the laws of the United States.
Financial Transparency
Last updated: April 2025
Our Commitment
Good Care Children's Ministry is committed to the highest standards of financial transparency and accountability. We believe donors have the right to know how their contributions are used.
Tax-Exempt Status
Good Care Children's Ministry is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Our Employer Identification Number (EIN) is 41-4766797. All donations are tax-deductible to the full extent permitted by law.
Donation Processing
All online donations are securely processed through Give Lively, a trusted nonprofit fundraising platform. Give Lively provides:
- Secure, encrypted payment processing
- Automatic tax receipts for your records
- Full transaction tracking and transparency
- Zero platform fees (100% of your donation reaches us, minus standard payment processing fees)
How Funds Are Used
Your donations directly support our mission to care for orphans and widows in Uganda, including:
- Food, shelter, and basic necessities for children in our care
- Educational expenses including school fees, uniforms, and supplies
- Healthcare and medical needs
- Spiritual development and Christian education programs
- Agricultural initiatives through our "Farming God's Way" program
- Support services for widows and single mothers
Accountability
We maintain accurate financial records and are committed to responsible stewardship of all donations received. For questions about our finances or to request additional information, please contact us at [email protected].
Donation Receipts
Tax receipts are automatically generated and emailed to you by Give Lively immediately after your donation is processed. If you need a duplicate receipt or have questions about your donation, please contact us.