​Effective Date: September 10, 2026

RheumaKids (“RheumaKids,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information of visitors to our website.

This Privacy Policy explains what information we may collect, how we use it, and the choices you have regarding your information when you visit or interact with the RheumaKids website.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect information that you voluntarily provide to us, including:

• Your name

• Email address

• Contact information

• Information you provide when contacting us

• Information submitted through volunteer, participation, or interest forms

• Donation-related information, when applicable

We may also automatically collect limited technical information when you visit our website, such as:

• IP address

• Browser and device type

• Pages visited

• Date and time of your visit

• General website usage information

We do not intentionally collect sensitive medical information from visitors unless you voluntarily provide it to us for a specific purpose.

2. How We Use Information

We may use information we collect to:

• Respond to questions or messages

• Provide information about RheumaKids and our programs

• Coordinate volunteers and activities

• Process or facilitate donations

• Improve our website and services

• Communicate with supporters, when appropriate

• Maintain the security and functionality of our website

• Comply with applicable laws and legal obligations

We will not use personal information for purposes unrelated to RheumaKids without appropriate notice or consent.

3. Children's Privacy

RheumaKids is focused on raising awareness and supporting children and families affected by pediatric rheumatic illnesses.

We take children's privacy seriously. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 through our website without appropriate parental or guardian involvement or consent where required by law.

If you believe that a child has provided personal information to us without appropriate permission, please contact us at 

rheumakidsfoundation@gmail.com

 so that we can review and, where appropriate, delete the information.

 

Parents or guardians may contact us with questions about information relating to their child.

4. Donations

If you choose to make a donation, payment information may be processed by a third-party payment provider.

RheumaKids does not need to receive or store your full credit or debit card number when donations are processed through an external payment platform. The payment provider's own privacy policy and terms may also apply.

We encourage donors to review the privacy practices of the payment provider before submitting payment information.

5. Information Sharing

RheumaKids does not sell, rent, or trade personal information to third parties.

We may share limited information with trusted service providers when necessary to operate our website, process donations, communicate with supporters, or provide other services on our behalf.

We may also disclose information when required by law, legal process, or when necessary to protect the rights, safety, or security of RheumaKids, our users, or others.

6. Cookies and Analytics

Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to help the website function properly and understand how visitors use it.

Cookies may be used to:

• Remember website preferences

• Improve website functionality

• Understand website traffic and usage

• Help us improve the visitor experience

If third-party analytics or other services are used on our website, those providers may collect information according to their own privacy policies.

You may be able to control or disable cookies through your browser settings.

7. Third-Party Websites

Our website may contain links to websites or services operated by third parties, including donation platforms, social media platforms, educational resources, or other organizations.

RheumaKids is not responsible for the privacy practices, security, or content of third-party websites.

We encourage you to review the privacy policy of any third-party website before providing personal information.

8. Data Security

We take reasonable steps to protect personal information from unauthorized access, use, alteration, or disclosure.

However, no method of transmitting or storing information online is completely secure. Therefore, we cannot guarantee absolute security of information provided through our website.

9. How Long We Keep Information

We retain personal information only for as long as reasonably necessary for the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, to maintain appropriate records, or as required by law.

When information is no longer needed, we may securely delete or anonymize it.

10. Your Privacy Choices

Depending on the circumstances and applicable law, you may contact us to:

• Ask what personal information we have about you

• Request correction of inaccurate information

• Request deletion of information that we no longer need

• Ask questions about how your information is used

• Withdraw consent where applicable

To make a privacy-related request, contact us at rheumakidsfoundation@gmail.com.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time as our website, organization, or legal requirements change.

When we make changes, we will update the “Effective Date” at the top of this policy. We encourage visitors to review this page periodically.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or RheumaKids' privacy practices, please contact us:

RheumaKids
Email: rheumakidsfoundation@gmail.com
 

Thank you for trusting RheumaKids with your information.