🌸 Bloom Ministries Privacy Policy

Effective Date: October 23, 2025

Bloom Ministries (“we,” “our,” “us”) is a trans-led, disabled-led, faith-rooted nonprofit organization based in Oregon. Our work spans advocacy, relocation support, disability justice, pastoral care, community programs, live media initiatives, and public education.

We respect your privacy, safeguard your information, and remain committed to transparency across every area of our ministry.

This Privacy Policy (“Policy”) explains what information we collect, how we use it, how we protect it, and the rights you have regarding your data. By using our website or submitting information to us, you agree to the terms of this Policy.

For questions, please contact us at:
📩 privacy@bloomministries.org

1️⃣ Information We Collect

We collect two categories of information:

A. Personal Information You Provide to Us

This may include:

  • Name, email address, and contact information (e.g., newsletter sign-ups, event registration, pastoral care or support requests)

  • Donation information processed by secure third-party services (e.g., Stripe, GiveWP, PayPal)

  • Volunteer or program enrollment details

  • Optional demographic information you choose to share (e.g., pronouns, accessibility needs, lived experience relevant to our programs)

  • Messages or inquiries submitted through our website, email, or social platforms

B. Automatically Collected Information

Our website may automatically collect non-identifying data such as:

  • IP address

  • Browser type and device information

  • Pages visited and interaction patterns

  • Cookie or analytics data (e.g., Google Analytics)

This helps us improve accessibility, security, and user experience.

2️⃣ How We Use Your Information

We use personal information to:

  • Provide updates, resources, and community communications

  • Process donations and send tax-deductible receipts

  • Administer programs, events, outreach, and services

  • Improve our website, digital tools, and accessibility

  • Support advocacy, outreach, and safety-based services

  • Maintain the security and integrity of our platforms

  • Comply with nonprofit reporting and legal requirements

We do not sell or rent personal information — ever.
We share it only when necessary for core operations (e.g., donation processing) or when required by law.

3️⃣ Children & Youth

Our website and programs are designed for adults ages 18+.
We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13.

If a minor’s information is inadvertently collected, parents or guardians may contact us to request deletion.

4️⃣ Cookies & Tracking Technologies

Cookies help our website function effectively and allow us to understand how visitors engage with our content.

We may use:

  • Session cookies – support basic site functionality

  • Analytics cookies – measure usage patterns and improve accessibility

You may disable cookies through your browser settings, though some features may not work as intended.

You can opt out of Google Analytics here:
https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout

5️⃣ When We Share Information

We may share limited information with:

  • Trusted service providers (e.g., web hosting, donation processors, email systems, event platforms)

  • Security and fraud prevention services

  • Legal authorities, when required by law (e.g., subpoenas or government requests)

All service providers with access to data must follow confidentiality and security standards.

6️⃣ Data Security

We use reasonable administrative, technological, and physical safeguards to protect your information, including:

  • SSL encryption

  • Secure servers and reputable hosting

  • Limited access to sensitive data

  • Compliance with nonprofit financial and data handling standards

However, no system is entirely risk-free. By using our website, you acknowledge these inherent limitations.

7️⃣ Data Retention

We keep personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill program needs, comply with legal obligations, or maintain financial records (e.g., donations must be retained for seven years for IRS requirements).

You may request deletion of your information at any time.

8️⃣ Your Rights

Depending on your place of residence, including Oregon, you may have the right to:

  • Access your personal information

  • Request corrections to inaccurate data

  • Request deletion (“Right to Be Forgotten”)

  • Withdraw consent from communications

  • Request information about how your data is used

To exercise these rights, contact:
📩 privacy@bloomministries.org

We may verify your identity before fulfilling requests.

9️⃣ Third-Party Links

Our website may include links to external sites (e.g., partners, vendors, or resource networks).
We are not responsible for their privacy practices.
Please review their policies when visiting those sites.

🔟 Policy Updates

We may update this Policy as laws, technologies, or organizational practices evolve.
Changes will be posted with a revised effective date.

Bloom Ministries

5441 S Macadam Ave Ste R
Portland, OR 97239
📩 privacy@bloomministries.org