Privacy Policy — The Shala Project

Effective Date: October 9, 2025

At The Shala Project, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard the information you provide to us through our website, workshops, retreats, and online offerings.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

• Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, and other contact details submitted through forms, event registrations, or donations.

• Payment Information: Processed securely through third-party payment processors; we do not store credit card details.

• Website Usage Data: Cookies, IP address, and analytics information to improve website performance and user experience.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

• Process registrations, donations, and communications.

• Share updates about upcoming events, retreats, or programs.

• Improve our website and program offerings.

• Comply with nonprofit reporting and regulatory obligations.

3. Sharing of Information

We do not sell or rent personal information. Information may be shared only with trusted partners or service providers (e.g., payment processors, email platforms) who assist in operations under confidentiality agreements.

4. Data Security

We maintain appropriate technical and administrative safeguards to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure.

5. Your Rights

You may:

• Request access or correction to your personal information.

• Opt out of email communications at any time.

• Request deletion of your personal data (subject to legal record-keeping requirements).

6. Updates to this Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. The latest version will always be available on our website.

7. Contact Us

For privacy-related inquiries, contact us at:

📍 The Shala Project, 2597 Maple Avenue, Fayetteville, WV