Last updated: Dec 1, 2025
Peace & Harmony Foundation Inc. (“Peace & Harmony Foundation”, “we”, “us”, or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting it through this Privacy Policy. This website is provided for informational purposes only and includes links to certain third‑party services, including Zeffy, which have their own privacy practices.
1. Scope of this policy
This Privacy Policy applies to information collected through the Peace & Harmony Foundation website located at https://peaceandharmonyfoundation.org, including any pages that display or link to this Privacy Policy (the “Site”).
It does not apply to:
Zeffy or any other third‑party websites, services, or platforms that you may access via links on the Site.
Offline activities of Peace & Harmony Foundation, except where explicitly stated.
Please review the privacy policies of any third‑party services you use, including Zeffy’s data privacy policy and related materials.
2. Information we collect
Because the Site is informational only, the information we collect is limited and generally falls into the following categories.
a. Information you choose to provide
You may choose to provide personal information directly to us, such as when you:
Contact us by email, phone, or mail.
Request information about our programs or events.
The personal information you provide may include:
Name
Email address
Phone number
Mailing address
Any other information you choose to include in your communication.
b. Information collected automatically
When you visit the Site, we may automatically collect certain information about your device and how you interact with the Site (“Usage Data”), such as:
IP address
Browser type and settings
Device identifiers
Date and time of your visit
Pages you view and links you click
Referring/exit pages
This information is typically collected using cookies and similar technologies, as described below.
3. Cookies and similar technologies
We may use cookies and similar tracking technologies (such as web beacons) to operate, secure, and improve the Site.
Cookies may be used to:
Remember your preferences (for example, language or cookie choices).
Understand how visitors use the Site so we can improve content and layout.
Your browser may allow you to block or delete cookies, or to notify you when a cookie is set. If you disable cookies, some features of the Site may not function as intended.
If we implement non‑essential cookies (such as for analytics or marketing), we will provide notice and, where required by applicable law, obtain your consent before setting those cookies.
4. How we use your information
We use the information we collect for limited, legitimate purposes, including to:
Operate, maintain, and secure the Site.
Respond to your inquiries and communications.
Analyze usage of the Site to improve our content and outreach.
Comply with applicable laws, regulations, or legal processes, and protect our rights and those of our users and partners.
We do not sell your personal information.
5. How we share your information
We may share information collected through the Site in the following circumstances:
Service providers: With third‑party service providers that host the Site, provide analytics, or support our operations, subject to appropriate confidentiality and security obligations.
Legal and safety: When required to do so by law or legal process, or when we believe disclosure is necessary to protect the rights, property, or safety of Peace & Harmony Foundation, our staff, our users, or the public.
With your consent: In any other situation where you have directed or authorized us to share your information.
We do not share personal information collected through this Site for third‑party advertising or for the third parties’ own marketing purposes.
6. Links to Zeffy and other third‑party sites
The Site may include links to Zeffy and other third‑party websites or services, for example, to allow you to register for events, make donations, or manage tickets.
When you click a link to Zeffy or another third‑party service, you will leave our Site and be subject to that third party’s terms and privacy policy.
Personal information you provide directly on Zeffy (such as registration details or payment information) is collected and processed by Zeffy or that third party, not by Peace & Harmony Foundation.
We encourage you to read the privacy policy and terms of each third‑party service you use, including Zeffy’s data privacy and security information.
7. Data retention
We retain personal information collected through the Site only for as long as reasonably necessary to:
Fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy.
Comply with legal, tax, accounting, or reporting obligations.
Resolve disputes and enforce our rights.
Usage Data used for analytics may be stored for a shorter period, unless we need it for security, legal compliance, or Site improvement.
8. Security
We use reasonable physical, technical, and administrative safeguards designed to protect the personal information we collect through the Site. However, no method of transmission over the internet or method of electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
9. Children’s privacy
The Site is not directed to children under 13 years of age, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 through the Site.
If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided personal information to us through the Site, please contact us using the information below so we can take appropriate steps, which may include deleting that information as required by law.
10. Your choices and rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, such as the right to:
Access or request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal information.
Request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal or legitimate retention obligations.
Object to or restrict certain processing, or withdraw consent where processing is based on consent.
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details in the “Contact us” section. We may need to verify your identity before responding to your request.
If you have questions about data collected via Zeffy or other third‑party platforms, please contact those providers directly through their published contact or privacy channels.
11. Changes to this Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements.
When we make material changes, we will update the “Last updated” date at the top of this page and, where required by applicable law, provide additional notice. Your continued use of the Site after any changes are posted means you accept those changes.
12. Contact us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, or if you would like to exercise your rights, you can contact us at:
Email: info@peaceandharmonyfoundation.org
Phone: 845.226.0832
Mail: Peace & Harmony Foundation Inc., 766 Vassar Rd., Poughkeepsie, NY 12603, United States