Privacy Policy + Terms

Privacy Policy
The Leon Lowenstein Foundation

This privacy policy is provided for guidance purposes only and can be edited to best suit the specific needs and compliance requirements of The Leon Lowenstein Foundation.

The Leon Lowenstein Foundation (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting the privacy of individuals who interact with our Foundation. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and share personal information, as well as your choices regarding that information.

1. What Personal Information We Collect

We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you interact with our foundation, including but not limited to:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Phone number (including for SMS communications)
  • Mailing address
  • Other information necessary to process grant applications or communications

2. How We Use Personal Information

We use your personal information to:

  • Process grant applications and communicate with applicants
  • Provide updates about our programs and initiatives
  • Respond to your inquiries or requests
  • Send SMS messages for communication purposes, including:
    • Conversations between employees
    • Conversations with external parties relevant to our mission
  • Improve our services and compliance with legal obligations

3. SMS Consent and Messaging

By opting into SMS messages from the Leon Lowenstein Foundation via a web form or any other medium, you are agreeing to receive SMS messages from us. This may include:

  • Informational messages
  • Updates on grant programs
  • Two-way conversations (both internal among employees and external with you)

Message frequency varies based on communication needs. Standard message and data rates may apply depending on your carrier plan.

Important: SMS consent is not shared with third parties or affiliates. Your mobile number and consent will be kept strictly confidential within our organization.

To manage your SMS preferences:

  • Message HELP for help.
  • Reply STOP to any message to opt out.

For more details, please review this Privacy Policy or contact us directly.

4. Who We Share Personal Information With

We obtain your consent verbally, and your phone number will not be shared or sold to any third party or affiliates for marketing purposes.

Personal information may be shared only with:

  • Our trusted service providers who assist us in operations (e.g., IT, communication platforms), who are bound by confidentiality
  • As required by law or legal process

We ensure that any sharing of personal information complies with applicable privacy laws and is limited to the minimum necessary.

5. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

  • Access the personal information we hold about you
  • Correct or update your personal information
  • Opt out of marketing communications, including SMS (see instructions above)
  • Contact us with any privacy-related questions or concerns

6. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact: administrator@lowensteinfdn.org.

SMS Terms of Service

By opting into SMS from a web form or other medium, you are agreeing to receive SMS messages from Leon Lowenstein Foundation, Inc.. This includes SMS messages for conversations (between employees), conversations (external). Message frequency varies. Message and data rates may apply. See privacy policy above. Message HELP for help. Reply STOP to any message to opt out.