Privacy Policy

Healing the Breach Ministries
Dallas–Fort Worth Metroplex, Texas
Effective Date: January 1, 2025
Contact: hbmstrong@gmail.com  |  936-305-1559
Website: healingthebreach.org

1. Introduction

Healing the Breach Ministries (“HBM,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy and the privacy of the children and families we serve. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect information obtained through our website at healingthebreach.org and related program activities.

HBM is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit faith-based organization based in the Dallas–Fort Worth Metroplex, Texas. By using our website, you consent to the data practices described in this policy.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of information:

  • Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, and organization name when you submit an inquiry or contact form.
  • Donation Information: Donation amounts and related correspondence. Payment data is processed directly by Givebutter — HBM does not store payment card information.
  • Email Subscriptions: Email address and communication preferences if you subscribe to our mailing list via Mailchimp.
  • Program Enrollment Data: Information about participating children and families, collected through partner organizations only, as required by program guidelines (e.g., CACFP).
  • Website Usage Data: Browser type, device, pages visited, time on site, and referring URLs — collected via Google Analytics.
  • Social Media Interactions: If you interact with us via Facebook or Instagram, those platforms may collect data per their own policies.
  • Cookie Data: Data collected through cookies and similar tracking technologies. See Section 5 for details.

3. How We Use Your Information

HBM uses the information we collect for the following purposes:

  • To respond to inquiries, partnership requests, and general correspondence.
  • To process and acknowledge donations and provide tax documentation where applicable.
  • To send program updates, newsletters, and event announcements via Mailchimp. You may unsubscribe at any time.
  • To administer programs and comply with CACFP and other applicable federal and state requirements.
  • To analyze website traffic and improve site performance through Google Analytics.
  • To fulfill any legal obligations or respond to lawful government requests.

We will never sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing or commercial purposes.

4. Third-Party Services

HBM uses the following third-party platforms that may collect or process data on our behalf or independently:

  • Givebutter (givebutter.com) — Donation processing. Governs payment data per its own privacy policy.
  • Google Analytics — Website analytics. Google may collect usage data per Google’s Privacy Policy and Terms.
  • Mailchimp — Email marketing and newsletters. Subscriber data is managed per Mailchimp’s Privacy Policy.
  • Facebook & Instagram (Meta) — Social media. Any interaction on these platforms is governed by Meta’s Data Policy.

HBM is not responsible for the data practices of these third-party services. We encourage you to review their respective privacy policies.

5. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies. A cookie consent banner is displayed on your first visit to the site. The following types of cookies may be used:

  • Essential Cookies: Required for the website to function properly.
  • Analytics Cookies: Used by Google Analytics to collect aggregated, non-personally identifiable data about how visitors use the site.
  • Marketing/Tracking Cookies: Set by Facebook/Meta Pixel to measure the effectiveness of our outreach and social media activity.

You may accept or decline non-essential cookies via the consent banner. You can also manage or disable cookies at any time through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of certain parts of the website.

6. Children's Privacy

The protection of children is central to HBM’s mission. We do not knowingly collect personal information directly from children under the age of 13 through our website. Program-related data involving minors is collected only through partner organizations and only as required by applicable program regulations, in full compliance with COPPA and applicable Texas child protection laws.

Partner organizations are responsible for obtaining all necessary parental or guardian consents before sharing any information about minors with HBM. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information about a child without proper consent, please contact us immediately at hbmstrong@gmail.com.

7. Information Sharing & Disclosure

HBM does not sell or share personal information with advertisers or unaffiliated third parties. We may share information only in the following limited circumstances:

  • Program Partners: With trusted partner organizations to facilitate program delivery, subject to confidentiality agreements.
  • Service Providers: With third-party platforms (Givebutter, Google, Mailchimp, Meta) to the extent necessary to operate our website and programs.
  • Legal Compliance: When required by law, court order, or lawful government request.
  • Safety: When disclosure is necessary to protect the rights, safety, or property of HBM, our staff, participants, or the public.

8. Data Security

HBM implements reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. However, no method of data transmission or electronic storage is 100% secure. In the event of a data breach that affects your personal information, we will notify you as required by applicable law.

9. Your Rights & Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

  • Access: Request a copy of the personal information HBM holds about you.
  • Correction: Request that we correct inaccurate or incomplete information.
  • Deletion: Request that we delete your personal information, subject to applicable legal requirements.
  • Opt-Out of Emails: Unsubscribe from Mailchimp communications at any time via the unsubscribe link in any email or by contacting us.
  • Cookie Preferences: Manage cookie settings via your browser or our consent banner.

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at hbmstrong@gmail.com or 936-305-1559.

10. Data Retention

HBM retains personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. Program-related records may be retained in accordance with federal and state requirements, including CACFP record-keeping standards.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

HBM may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. Continued use of our website or programs following any updates constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy. We encourage you to review this page periodically.

12. Governing Law

This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of the State of Texas. Any disputes relating to this policy shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of the State of Texas.