Effective Date: May 30, 2025
Last Updated: May 30, 2025
Introduction
Eden: People+Planet (“Eden,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard information when you visit our website at https://eden-plus.org (the “Site”), make donations, or interact with our organization.
As a California-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization operating globally, we adhere to applicable privacy laws and regulations, including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) where applicable.
Information We Collect
Information You Provide to Us
We collect information you voluntarily provide when you:
- Make a donation through our website or other channels
- Subscribe to our newsletter or email communications
- Contact us through forms, email, or phone
- Register for events or volunteer opportunities
- Apply for employment or partnership opportunities
- Participate in surveys or provide feedback
This information may include:
- Contact Information: Name, email address, mailing address, phone number
- Financial Information: Credit card details, bank account information (processed securely through third-party payment processors)
- Demographic Information: Country of residence, language preferences
- Communication Preferences: Newsletter subscriptions, communication topics of interest
- Professional Information: Resume details, professional background (for applications)
Information Automatically Collected
When you visit our Site, we automatically collect certain information through cookies and similar technologies:
- Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, device identifiers
- Usage Information: Pages visited, time spent on pages, links clicked, referring websites
- Location Information: General geographic location based on IP address
How We Use Your Information
We use collected information for the following purposes:
Donation Processing and Acknowledgment
- Process your charitable contributions to our general fund
- Send tax-deductible receipts and acknowledgment letters
- Maintain accurate donor records for financial reporting
- Comply with legal and regulatory requirements
Communication and Engagement
- Send updates about our carbon-eligible landscape restoration projects
- Share impact stories from communities we partner with
- Provide information about volunteer and partnership opportunities
- Respond to your inquiries and provide support
Website Improvement
- Analyze website usage to improve user experience
- Customize content based on your interests and location
- Ensure website security and prevent fraud
Legal Compliance
- Fulfill legal obligations and regulatory requirements
- Protect our rights and the rights of others
- Prevent fraudulent or illegal activities
Information Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:
Service Providers
We share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us with:
- Payment processing and donation management
- Email communication and newsletter distribution
- Website hosting and maintenance
- Data analytics and reporting
All service providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for the purposes we specify.
Legal Requirements
We may disclose information when required by law, including:
- Responding to subpoenas, court orders, or legal processes
- Cooperating with law enforcement agencies
- Protecting the rights, property, or safety of Eden, our donors, or others
Organizational Changes
In the unlikely event of a merger, acquisition, or reorganization, your information may be transferred to the successor organization, which will be bound by this Privacy Policy.
International Data Transfers
As a global organization, we may transfer your information to countries outside your country of residence, including the United States. When we transfer information internationally, we implement appropriate safeguards to protect your data in accordance with applicable laws.
Data Security
We implement administrative, technical, and physical security measures to protect your personal information, including:
- Encryption of sensitive data during transmission and storage
- Secure servers and databases with restricted access
- Regular security assessments and updates
- Employee training on data protection practices
- Compliance with Payment Card Industry Data Security Standards (PCI DSS)
While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security but are committed to maintaining reasonable protections.
Your Rights and Choices
Access and Correction
You have the right to:
- Request access to the personal information we hold about you
- Correct or update inaccurate information
- Request a copy of your information in a portable format
Communication Preferences
You may opt out of marketing communications by:
- Clicking the “unsubscribe” link in our emails
- Contacting us at info@eden-plus.org
- Updating your preferences in your account settings
Please note that even if you opt out of marketing communications, we may still send you transactional messages related to your donations or inquiries.
California Privacy Rights
California residents have additional rights under the CCPA, including:
- The right to know what personal information we collect, use, and share
- The right to delete personal information (subject to certain exceptions)
- The right to opt out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell your information)
- The right to non-discrimination for exercising privacy rights
European Privacy Rights
If you are located in the European Economic Area, you have rights under the GDPR, including:
- The right to access, rectify, or erase your personal data
- The right to restrict or object to certain processing
- The right to data portability
- The right to withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
- The right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority
Children’s Privacy
Our Site is not directed to children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected information from a child under 13, we will promptly delete it.
Third-Party Links
Our Site may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any information.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Remember your preferences and settings
- Analyze Site traffic and usage patterns
- Improve Site functionality and user experience
You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect certain Site features.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will post the updated policy on this page with a new “Last Updated” date. Material changes will be communicated through prominent notice on our Site or direct communication.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:
Eden: People+Planet
40960 California Oaks Rd Unit 845
Murrieta, CA 92562
United States
Email: info@eden-plus.org
Phone: (626) 872-3770
For privacy-specific inquiries, you may also email: privacy@eden-plus.org
Additional Information for International Users
European Union
For EU residents, Eden: People+Planet acts as the data controller for personal information collected through our Site. Our legal bases for processing include:
- Consent (for newsletter subscriptions and marketing)
- Contract performance (for donation processing)
- Legal obligations (for tax and regulatory compliance)
- Legitimate interests (for fraud prevention and security)
Data Retention
We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law. Donation records are retained for a minimum of seven years for tax and legal compliance.
Cross-Border Data Transfers
When transferring data from the EU to the United States, we rely on appropriate safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission.
By using our Site or providing us with your information, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.