Team Blackthorn
Effective Date: Feb. 17, 2026
Team Blackthorn is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to providing volunteer disaster response, humanitarian assistance, and community recovery support.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information when you visit our website, donate, volunteer, or otherwise interact with our organization.
By using this website or interacting with Team Blackthorn services, you consent to the data practices described in this policy.
Organization Information
Team Blackthorn
16010 Tuttle Creek Blvd.
Randolph, KS 66554
United States
Phone: 785-293-2335
Email: TeamBlackthorn@proton.me
Information We Collect
We may collect personal information when you:
- Make a donation
- Register as a volunteer
- Contact us through our website
- Subscribe to updates or newsletters
- Participate in Team Blackthorn programs or deployments
Personal information collected may include:
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Mailing address
- Emergency contact information
- Volunteer qualifications or certifications
- Donation history
- Billing information
You are not required to provide personal information to browse our website; however, certain services such as donating or volunteering may require it.
Donations and Payment Processing
Team Blackthorn accepts donations through GiveWP, a donation management platform integrated with our website.
When making a donation, the following information may be collected:
- Donor name
- Email address
- Billing address
- Donation amount
- Payment method
- Transaction identification number
- IP address for fraud protection
Payment transactions may be processed by secure third-party providers such as:
- Credit/debit card processors
- PayPal
- Venmo (via PayPal services)
Team Blackthorn does not store or have direct access to full credit card numbers. Payment information is processed securely by the payment processor.
Donation records may be retained for accounting, IRS reporting, and nonprofit compliance purposes.
Volunteer and Deployment Information
Individuals who volunteer with Team Blackthorn may provide additional information to support disaster response activities.
This information may include:
- Skills and training certifications
- Availability for deployments
- Emergency contact information
- Relevant experience or qualifications
This information is used solely for volunteer coordination, deployment planning, safety purposes, and internal organizational records.
Comments and Form Submissions
When visitors submit forms on this website (including contact forms, donation forms, or volunteer forms), we collect the information shown in the form as well as the visitor’s IP address and browser information to assist with spam detection and website security.
Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, certain technical information may be collected automatically, including:
- IP address
- Browser type
- Device type
- Pages visited
- Access times
- Referring websites
This information helps us monitor website performance, improve user experience, and maintain security.
Cookies
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve functionality and analyze site usage.
Cookies may be used to:
- Remember user preferences
- Maintain session information
- Improve website performance
- Analyze traffic patterns
Most web browsers automatically accept cookies. You may adjust your browser settings to decline cookies, though some website features may not function properly as a result.
Embedded Content From Other Websites
Pages on this website may include embedded content (such as videos, maps, or social media feeds).
Embedded content from other websites behaves in the same way as if the visitor had visited the external website. These sites may collect data about you, use cookies, and monitor your interaction with the embedded content.
Team Blackthorn is not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party websites.
Analytics
Team Blackthorn may use website analytics tools to understand how visitors interact with our website and to improve our services.
These analytics tools may collect anonymized usage information such as pages visited and time spent on the site.
How We Use Your Information
Information collected may be used to:
- Process donations and provide receipts
- Communicate with donors and volunteers
- Coordinate disaster response deployments
- Provide updates about missions and programs
- Respond to inquiries or requests
- Improve website functionality and user experience
- Maintain records for nonprofit compliance and reporting
Sharing Information
Team Blackthorn does not sell, rent, or trade personal information.
We may share limited information with trusted service providers that assist with:
- Donation processing
- Email communications
- Website hosting
- Security and spam protection
- Accounting and financial services
These service providers are required to maintain the confidentiality and security of personal information.
Information may also be disclosed when required by law or when necessary to protect the safety, rights, or property of Team Blackthorn or others.
Data Retention
Personal information is retained only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy, including:
- Donation recordkeeping
- Financial reporting and IRS compliance
- Volunteer coordination and safety documentation
Certain records may be retained longer if required by law or nonprofit regulations.
Your Data Rights
You may request to:
- Access personal information we hold about you
- Correct inaccurate information
- Request deletion of personal information where legally permitted
Some information may need to be retained for legal, financial, or security purposes.
Requests may be submitted using the contact information below.
Donor Privacy Commitment
Team Blackthorn respects the privacy of donors and supporters.
We are committed to:
- Keeping donor records confidential
- Not selling or sharing donor lists
- Using secure systems to process financial contributions
- Protecting donor information with appropriate safeguards
Donors with questions about data security may contact us directly.
Children’s Information
Team Blackthorn does not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13.
If we learn that such information has been collected without parental consent, we will take reasonable steps to remove it from our records.
Email Communications
Team Blackthorn may send emails regarding:
- Donation confirmations and receipts
- Volunteer coordination
- Disaster response updates
- Organizational news or fundraising efforts
You may unsubscribe from non-essential communications at any time using the link included in the email.
Security
Team Blackthorn takes reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational measures to protect personal information against unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse.
While we strive to protect personal information, no method of electronic transmission or storage can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
Team Blackthorn may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect operational, legal, or regulatory changes.
Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.
Continued use of the website after changes indicates acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Information
If you have questions regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact:
Team Blackthorn
16010 Tuttle Creek Blvd.
Randolph, KS 66554
Phone: 785-293-2335
Email: TeamBlackthorn@proton.me