The Verdant Commons Project - Privacy Policy

Effective Date: June 1, 2026
Last Updated: June 1, 2026

Welcome to the website of The Verdant Commons Project, Inc. (The Verdant Commons Project) (referred to as "We," "Us," or "Our"), a Florida-registered nonprofit dedicated to climate action. We are committed to protecting the privacy of our supporters, donors, and website visitors. This policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information that you provide directly to us and information collected automatically through your use of our website:

• Personal Identifiers: Name, email address, mailing address, and phone number (e.g., when you sign up for our newsletter or join a campaign).
• Donation Information: We collect transaction details necessary to process donations. We do not store full credit card numbers; all payments are processed through PCI-DSS compliant third-party providers.
• Usage Data: IP addresses, browser types, and interaction data collected via cookies to help us improve our outreach and website performance.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your data strictly to further our climate mission, including:

• Service Providers: Trusted partners who assist in operating our website or conducting our business (e.g., email platforms, payment processors) under strict confidentiality agreements.
• Legal Requirements: If required by law or to protect the rights and safety of our organization or others.

3. Data Sharing and Disclosure

The Verdant Commons Project does not sell, rent, or trade donor lists or personal information to third parties. We only share data for:

• Sending climate action alerts and organizational updates.
• Processing and acknowledging donations.
• Analyzing website traffic to optimize our advocacy tools.
• AI Transparency: We may use automated tools to analyze engagement trends. We do not use AI to make automated decisions that have legal or significant effects on you without your consent.

4. Your Rights and Choices

In 2026, you have expanded rights regarding your personal data:

• Access and Correction: You may request a copy of the data we hold about you or ask us to correct inaccuracies.
• Deletion: You may request that we delete your personal information, subject to certain legal exceptions (e.g., tax records for donations).
• Universal Opt-Out: Our website recognizes and honors Global Privacy Control (GPC) signals. If your browser sends a GPC signal, we will automatically opt you out of non-essential tracking.
• Communication Preferences: Every email we send includes an
• Communication Preferences: Every email we send includes an Unsubscribe from our updates link

5. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures, including SSL/TLS encryption for all data transmission and restricted access for employees. We conduct regular internal audits to ensure your data remains protected.

6. Children's Privacy

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. If we learn we have collected such data, we will delete it immediately.

7. Contact Us

For any questions regarding this policy or to exercise your data rights, please contact us at:
Email: info@verdantcommons.org
Mail: 2001 L Street, Suite 500, Washington, D.C. 20036