Last updated: April 4, 2026

The Apareció Foundation respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and safeguard information when you visit our website, make a donation, sign up for updates, register for an event, submit an inquiry, apply to a program, express interest in volunteering or partnering, or otherwise interact with us online.

By using this website, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

We may collect information you provide directly to us, including when you:

• make a donation
• sign up for email updates
• contact us through a form or by email
• register for an event or program
• inquire about volunteering, mentorship, sponsorship, or partnerships
• request information about The Apareció Foundation, Félix Magazine, or related initiatives
• submit an application, nomination, or interest form
• respond to surveys, campaigns, or other outreach

The information we may collect includes:

• name
• email address
• mailing address
• phone number
• organization or company name
• job title
• event registration details
• program interest or participation information
• donation details
• any other information you choose to provide

We may also automatically collect limited technical information when you use our site, such as:

• IP address
• browser type
• device type
• pages viewed
• referral source
• general location data derived from IP address
• activity collected through cookies or similar technologies

We may use your information to:

• operate, maintain, and improve our website
• process donations and send confirmations
• respond to inquiries and provide support
• send newsletters, updates, invitations, and other communications you request or agree to receive
• administer programs, events, campaigns, and partnerships
• evaluate interest in our work and improve outreach
• maintain our records and comply with legal, tax, and reporting obligations
• protect the security and integrity of our website and organization

If you submit information in connection with sponsorships, advertising, media partnerships, or Félix Magazine inquiries, we may use that information to communicate with you about opportunities relevant to your request.

Donations and Payment Processing
If you make a donation through our website, your payment information may be processed by a trusted third-party payment processor. The Apareció Foundation does not store full payment card information on its own servers unless specifically stated at the point of collection.

We may retain donation-related records as needed for tax, accounting, compliance, donor stewardship, and audit purposes.

Cookies, Analytics, and Similar Technologies
Our website may use cookies, pixels, analytics tools, and similar technologies to understand how visitors use the site, improve performance, remember preferences, and support communications and outreach.

You may be able to manage cookie settings through your browser. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect how portions of the site function.

If we use third-party analytics or advertising tools, those providers may collect information subject to their own privacy practices.

Social Media and Embedded Content
Our website may link to social media platforms or include embedded content such as videos, feeds, forms, maps, or donation tools. These third-party services may collect information according to their own privacy policies. The Apareció Foundation is not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party sites or services.

We do not sell your personal information.

We may share information:

• with service providers who help us operate our website, communications, donations, events, or administrative systems
• with payment processors to complete transactions
• with professional advisors, auditors, or legal counsel where appropriate
• when required by law, legal process, or to protect our rights, safety, website, or community
• in connection with organizational transitions, where permitted by law
• with your consent or at your direction

If a specific event, campaign, application, or form involves additional information-sharing practices, we may provide a supplemental notice at the point of collection.

How Long We Keep Information
We retain personal information for as long as reasonably necessary for the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, including operational, legal, financial, compliance, reporting, and recordkeeping needs.

Your Choices
You may opt out of promotional emails at any time by using the unsubscribe link included in those messages or by contacting us directly.

You may also contact us to:
•    update or correct your information
•    request that we stop sending certain communications
•    ask questions about how your information is used
•    request deletion where appropriate and permitted by law

We may need to retain certain information to comply with legal, tax, accounting, security, or operational requirements.

Children and Student Information
Because The Apareció Foundation supports students and families, we take privacy seriously when information relates to minors.

We do not knowingly collect personal information online from children in a manner that violates applicable law. If a parent or guardian believes a child has provided personal information to us without appropriate consent, they should contact us so we can review and address the matter.

Where programs involve student participation, applications, photography, media, testimonials, or event registration, additional notices, waivers, or parental permissions may apply.

Data Security
We use reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational measures to help protect personal information. No website or electronic system, however, can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

International Visitors
If you visit our website from outside the United States, please note that your information may be processed and stored in the United States or other jurisdictions where our service providers operate.

Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites, platforms, or services. We are not responsible for the privacy, security, or content practices of those third parties.

Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will revise the “Last updated” date at the top of this page. Your continued use of the website after changes are posted means you accept the updated policy.

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or would like to make a privacy-related request, please contact:

The Apareció Foundation
105 Canterbury Lane
P.O. Box 1994
Bolingbrook, IL 60440
info@apareciofoundation.org