Privacy Policy

1. Information we collect

We collect the information you provide when you submit applications, volunteer forms, donations, newsletter sign-ups, or other inquiries. This may include contact information, household details, preferences, payment details processed through third parties, and any files you upload.

2. How we use information

Collie Rescue of Greater Illinois (“CRGI”) uses your data to review adoption or volunteer applications, process donations, communicate about events, comply with legal obligations, and improve our programs. We may send you mission-related updates or requests, and you may opt out at any time using the link in our messages or by contacting us directly.

3. Sharing and safeguards

We share personal data only with trusted service providers (such as payment processors, email services, or background-screening partners) that assist us in delivering our mission, and only for the tasks they perform for us. We do not sell personal information. We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect your data, though no system is perfectly secure.

4. Cookies and analytics

Our site may use cookies or similar technologies to remember preferences and understand how visitors interact with our pages. You can adjust browser settings to limit cookies, but doing so may affect site functionality.

5. Data retention

We retain information only as long as necessary for rescue operations, legal requirements, or recordkeeping. When data is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it.

6. Your choices

You may request access to the personal information we hold about you, ask for corrections, or request deletion where applicable. You may also opt out of marketing communications at any time.

7. Children’s information

Our services are intended for adults. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected such data, contact us and we will delete it.

8. Changes and contact

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Material changes will be posted on this page with the revised effective date. Questions may be emailed to info@collierescue.org or mailed to Collie Rescue of Greater Illinois, PO Box 113 Nixa, MO 65714.