Privacy Policy

Effective date: November 4, 2025
Business name: Community Action for Veterans (CAV)
Website: cavsd.org (“Site”)

1) Overview

Community Action for Veterans (CAV) respects your privacy. This policy explains what we collect, why we collect it, and how you can control your information.

2) Information We Collect

You provide: name, email, phone, mailing address, organization/role, service interests, event registrations, donation details (amount, designation), and any messages you send us.
Payment data: processed by our payment processor (e.g., Stripe, PayPal). We do not store full credit card numbers on our servers.
Automatically collected: IP address, device/browser type, pages viewed, referral URLs, approximate location, and cookie identifiers (e.g., via analytics).
Cookies & similar tech: to keep the Site secure, remember preferences, measure traffic, and improve services.

3) How We Use Information

Provide and improve programs, events, newsletters, volunteer coordination, and donor services
Process donations and send tax receipts
Respond to inquiries and provide requested resources
Monitor security, prevent fraud/abuse, and comply with law
Send updates, stories, and opportunities (you can unsubscribe anytime)

4) Legal Bases (EEA/UK visitors)

We process data to perform a request/contract (e.g., event registration), with your consent (e.g., newsletters), to comply with legal obligations (e.g., receipts), and for legitimate interests (program measurement, Site security).

5) Sharing Information

We don’t sell your personal information. We share it only with:

Vendors/Processors (e.g., email, CRM, analytics, payment, hosting) under contracts that protect your data
Partners/Grantees only as needed to deliver a requested service or co-hosted event (we’ll disclose at point of collection)
Legal, Safety, and Compliance when required by law or to protect rights and safety
Organizational transfers (e.g., merger, reorganization) where your data remains protected

6) Data Retention

We keep information as long as necessary for programs, accounting, and legal/reporting requirements (e.g., donation records). We then delete or de-identify it.

7) Your Choices & Rights

Email preferences: use “unsubscribe” links or contact us
Cookies: adjust browser settings; some features may not work without cookies
Access/Correction/Deletion: email us to request a copy, correction, or deletion of your information (subject to legal requirements)

8) Children’s Privacy

Our Site is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children. If you believe a child provided data, contact us and we will delete it.

9) Security

We use technical and organizational safeguards (HTTPS, access controls, vendor due diligence). No method is 100% secure; please use strong, unique passwords and caution online.

10) International Transfers

If you access the Site from outside the U.S., your data may be processed in the U.S. where laws may differ. We use appropriate safeguards where required.

11) Donor Privacy

We respect donor intent and confidentiality. Donation amounts and personal details are not sold or traded. Public recognition occurs only with permission; you may donate anonymously.

12) Third-Party Links

We may link to external sites. We aren’t responsible for their content or privacy practices. Review their policies.

13) Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy periodically. The “Effective date” will reflect the latest version.

14) Contact Us

Community Action for Veterans (CAV)
See below.

1) Acceptance of Terms

By using cavsd.org, you agree to these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site.

2) Eligibility & Appropriate Use

You must use the Site only for lawful purposes. You agree not to:

Interfere with Site security or try to access non-public areas
Use automated means to scrape, copy, or overload the Site
Upload or transmit malware, spam, or unlawful/defamatory content
Infringe third-party rights (privacy, IP, publicity)

3) Content & Intellectual Property

Content on the Site—including text, logos, photos, videos, and graphics—is owned by CAV or used with permission. You may view, share links to, or print content for personal or organizational, non-commercial use with attribution. Any other use requires prior written permission.

4) User Submissions

If you submit content (comments, testimonials, stories, photos), you:

Warrant you have rights to share it and it’s accurate and lawful
Grant CAV a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, and display it for our mission (you retain your ownership)

5) Events, Registrations, and Donations

Event details, program availability, and suggested donation amounts may change. Registrations may include additional terms presented at checkout. Donations are generally non-refundable unless required by law or as stated in an event/promotion policy.

6) Third-Party Services

We use third-party services (e.g., payment processors, video, map embeds). Your use of those services may be subject to their terms and privacy policies.

7) Disclaimers

The Site and its content are provided “AS IS” and “AS AVAILABLE.” To the fullest extent permitted by law, CAV disclaims all warranties (express or implied), including fitness for a particular purpose and non-infringement. We don’t warrant uninterrupted or error-free operation.

8) Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, CAV and its directors, employees, and partners will not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, or loss of profits/revenue/data arising from or related to your use of the Site.

9) Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless CAV from claims arising out of your misuse of the Site, violation of these Terms, or infringement of any person’s rights.

10) Governing Law & Venue

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of South Dakota, without regard to conflict of laws. Venue for disputes lies in the state/federal courts located in South Dakota.

11) Changes to the Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. The “Effective date” indicates the latest version. Continued use of the Site constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

12) Contact

Questions about these Terms? Contact us below