Privacy

Privacy Policy: Guarding Hearts and Data in the Hog Fight for Hope

At House of Hogs, we’re all about sizzling up support for families navigating the tough road of pediatric brain cancer – from our year-round fundraisers to our star turn at the Hogs for the Cause Charity BBQ & Beer Festival in New Orleans. But behind every pulled pork plate and donation dollar is a promise: We handle your information with the same care we’d give a slow-smoked brisket. Your trust is the secret sauce in our mission to hit that $250K goal and deliver seamless logistics that let you focus on the fun (and the fight). This Privacy Policy lays it all out plain and simple – what we collect, how we use it, and how we keep it locked down tighter than a festival gate. We’re committed to transparency because every bit of data you share powers real progress for the kids who need it most. Let’s dive in, then get back to building brighter futures together.

Last Updated: October 9, 2025

1. What Information Do We Collect?
We only gather what’s needed to keep our Hog Herd connected and our operations humming – no more, no less. Here’s the breakdown:

• Personal Info from You: When you donate, sign up for our newsletter, RSVP to a pop-up or event, or volunteer, we may collect your name, email address, mailing address, phone number, and payment details (like credit card info for secure processing).
• Donor and Supporter Details: For tax receipts or impact updates, we note donation amounts and frequencies.
• Website Interactions: As you browse houseofhogs.org, we automatically log non-personal stuff like your IP address, browser type, and pages visited to improve your experience.
• Special Note on Kids: We’re laser-focused on pediatric causes, but we don’t knowingly collect info from children under 13. If you’re a parent or guardian sharing on behalf of a minor, rest assured – we treat it with extra tenderness.

We never ask for sensitive health data unless it’s directly tied to our mission (and even then, only with your clear okay).

2. How Do We Collect It?
Straightforward and respectful – no sneaky tricks here:

• Direct from You: Through online forms, donation portals, event registrations, or emails.
• Tech Tools: Cookies and similar tech (more on that below) help us remember your preferences and track site performance.
• Partners: Secure payment processors (like Stripe) handle transaction details on our behalf, but we don’t store full card numbers.

3. How Do We Use Your Information?
Everything we do circles back to fueling hope – think efficient event planning, targeted thank-yous, and measurable impact reports.

Specifically:

• Mission Magic: Process donations, send festival updates, and personalize invites to pop-ups or Hog Hero exclusives.
• Community Building: Share stories (anonymously or with permission) to inspire more support.
• Ops Excellence: Analyze trends to streamline logistics, like stocking the right merch at events.
• Legal Musts: Comply with IRS rules for tax receipts or respond to subpoenas (rare, but real).

We won’t use your data for anything outside this without your nod – and we’ll always give you easy ways to say “hold up.”

4. Do We Share Your Information? (Spoiler: Rarely, and Responsibly)

Your privacy is non-negotiable – we don’t sell, trade, or rent data to third parties. Ever. What we do share:

• Service Providers: Trusted partners like email platforms (e.g., Mailchimp) or payment gateways get just enough to do their job, bound by strict contracts.
• Event Allies: For seamless collabs at Hogs for the Cause, we might share basic RSVP info with co-hosts.
• Legal or Safety Needs: If required by law, to protect rights, or in a merger (heaven forbid), but always with safeguards.

No ads, no auctions – just purpose-driven partnerships.

5. Cookies, Tracking, and Your Online Trail

Our site uses cookies (small data bits) to make things smoother – like remembering your cart during a merch drop. We use:

• Essential Cookies: For core functions, like secure logins.
• Analytics Cookies: Tools like Google Analytics help us tweak the site (anonymized data only).
• Marketing Cookies: To show relevant event teasers (opt out anytime).

You can manage these settings via your browser. For more deets, check our Cookie Policy link in the footer. We respect Do Not Track signals and never track across sites without consent.

6. Keeping Your Data Safe: Our Security Smoke Screen

We treat your info like family heirlooms – locked, monitored, and backed up.

Highlights:

• Tech Defenses: Encryption for sensitive data, firewalls, and regular security audits.
• Team Training: Everyone’s drilled on privacy best practices.
• Breach Response: If (knock on hickory) something slips, we’ll notify you pronto, per laws like Massachusetts’ Data Breach Notification rules.

We’re compliant with U.S. standards (no CCPA applicability as a non-profit, but we exceed where we can) and always evolving.

7. Your Rights: You Call the Shots

Empowerment is our jam – here’s how to steer your data destiny:

Access & Update: Ask to see or edit what we’ve got.

Delete or Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from emails, remove your info, or say no to sharing.

State-Specific Perks: If you’re in Colorado (CPA vibes), request corrections or deletions. We’ll handle it within 45 days.

Just email privacy@houseofhogs.org – we’ll respond faster than a pop-up announcement.

8. International Folks and Global Grilling

We’re NOLA-based but Hog Herd-strong worldwide. If you’re outside the U.S., your data heads to secure U.S. servers – we comply with international basics like GDPR principles for EU visitors (your rights mirror ours, plus extras like data portability).

9. Changes to This Policy: Keeping It Fresh
Laws change, we adapt – we’ll post updates here and notify you via email or site banner for big shifts. Check back yearly, or sign up for alerts.

Got Questions? Let’s Talk Turkey (or Pork)
Your voice matters in this mission. Reach out anytime:

Email: privacy@houseofhogs.org

Mail: House of Hogs, Inc. 611 Royal Street New Orleans, LA 70130

As we co-pilot this path to $250K and beyond, know that your privacy fuels our fire. Thanks for trusting us to handle it with heart – now, let’s keep raising heroes, one secure step at a time.