Privacy Policy

Effective Date: June 16, 2026

AK Forward, an extension of The Annie A. Knight Global Ministries, Inc. ("we," "us," or "our"), is committed to protecting the privacy of our website visitors, donors, volunteers, and community partners. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, use our contact forms, or interact with our digital platforms.

By accessing or using our website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you express an interest in obtaining information about us, use our "Join Us" or contact forms, or otherwise contact us.

The personal information we collect may include:

Contact Data: First and last name, email address, phone number, and mailing address.
Communication Data: Any details or messages you submit through our online contact portals.
Technical Data: Standard website tracking information, such as IP addresses, browser types, and access times, collected automatically through cookies or analytics tools to improve website performance.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect solely to fulfill our non-profit mission and serve our community. Specifically, your data is used to:

Respond to your inquiries, form submissions, and requests for information.
Coordinate volunteer opportunities, mentorship programs, and outreach initiatives.
Send organizational updates, newsletters, or information regarding our core pillars of impact.
Maintain internal record-keeping and ensure administrative compliance.
Optimize and secure our website experience.

3. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, rent, trade, or lease your personal information to third parties. Your privacy is sacred to us.

We may only share information in the following limited circumstances:

With Third-Party Service Providers: We may share data with trusted service providers (such as website hosting platforms or email delivery services) who assist us in operating our website and conducting our activities, under strict confidentiality agreements.
For Legal Compliance: We may disclose your information if required to do so by law, regulation, or court order to protect the safety, rights, or property of our foundation and the community members we serve.

4. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical security measures designed to protect the security of any personal information we process. However, please be aware that no electronic transmission over the internet or data storage technology can be guaranteed 100% secure.

5. Your Privacy Rights

You have the right to manage the personal information you share with us. At any time, you may:

Request access to the personal data we hold about you.
Request that we correct, update, or delete your personal information.
Opt-out of receiving future communications or newsletters from us by clicking the "unsubscribe" link in our emails or contacting us directly.

6. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external sites or social media platforms. We do not control and are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those third-party websites. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any external site you visit.

7. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal and regulatory reasons. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised "Effective Date."

8. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please reach out to us through our website contact form or email us directly at our administrative office.