Privacy Policy
Effective Date: April, 2025
Website: bowsandjoes.com
Bows and Joes is a nonprofit organization committed to supporting U.S. military veterans through community, connection, and the sport of bowhunting. We value your trust and are dedicated to protecting your privacy and personal information.
Information We Collect
We may collect personal information in the following ways:
- Donations: When you make a donation via PayPal, we may collect your name, email, and payment details.
- Merchandise Sales: When you create an account or purchase merchandise, we collect information such as your name, shipping address, email, and order details.
- Forms: If you fill out a form to lend land or support our mission, we may collect your contact details, address, and any other relevant information you choose to share.
- Newsletter Signups: We collect email addresses from individuals who voluntarily opt in to receive updates and newsletters.
- Website Usage: We use Google Analytics to gather anonymized information on how visitors use our site. This helps us improve our website and outreach.
Use of Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To process donations and merchandise orders
- To communicate with you about your involvement or purchases
- To coordinate veteran activities and land use opportunities
- To send newsletters (only to users who opt in)
- To analyze website performance and visitor engagement
Sharing Your Information
We do not sell or share your personal information with third parties, except in the following cases:
- With service providers like PayPal, Google Analytics, and email services (e.g., Mailchimp or similar) that help us operate our website and communicate with supporters
- When required by law or to protect the rights and safety of our organization and visitors
Your Choices
- You may opt out of receiving newsletters at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link at the bottom of our emails.
- You may request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal data by contacting us at bowsandjoes.com.
Security
We take reasonable precautions to protect your information. While no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure, we strive to use industry-standard practices to safeguard your data.
Children’s Privacy
Our services are not directed to children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect information from them.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is used, please contact us at bowsandjoes.com.