The Wisconsin Jewish Chronicle (“we,” “us,” or “our”) values your privacy and is committed to protecting personal information collected through our website, www.jewishchronicle.org (the “Site”), including online donation pages powered by GiveSmart, a service provided by Momentive Software, Inc. (“GiveSmart”), on our behalf. GiveSmart’s privacy practices are described by Momentive Software’s privacy policy. Momentive
1. Information We Collect
We collect information you provide directly when you interact with the Site, including when making a donation, subscribing to communications, or contacting us. This may include:
- Name, email, postal address, and phone number
- Donation amount and donor-related information
- Other information you submit through forms
We may also collect non-personal information automatically, such as IP address, device type, browser type, and pages visited. GiveSmart may collect additional technical and usage data on behalf of your organization under its privacy terms. Momentive
2. GiveSmart Payment Processing and Third-Party Data
Online donations are processed securely through GiveSmart. GiveSmart and its payment partners collect and process payment information (including credit/debit card data), and that information is managed according to Momentive Software’s privacy policy and the agreements between GiveSmart and us. The Wisconsin Jewish Chronicle does not store full payment card or banking account numbers. Momentive
3. How We Use Your Information
We may use collected information to:
- Process donations and provide receipts or acknowledgments
- Maintain donor records for tax, administrative, and legal purposes
- Respond to you regarding requests or inquiries
- Send newsletters or other communications you request
- Improve the Site, including functionality and user experience
- Comply with applicable laws, regulations, and reporting requirements
GiveSmart may use data on our behalf to provide its services, maintain the donation platform, and troubleshoot technical issues. Momentive
4. Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell or rent personal information. Information may be shared:
- With GiveSmart and payment processors to fulfill donations
- With service providers who support Site operations
- As required by law or legal process to comply with regulations or protect rights
GiveSmart may also access data stored on its platform to provide services or respond to technical issues, under the direction of our organization. Momentive
5. Cookies and Tracking
The Site may use cookies or similar technologies to support functionality and analyze performance. You can control cookie use through your browser settings, but disabling cookies may affect Site features. GiveSmart may also place cookies or tracking technologies as part of its donation platform services. Momentive
6. Third-Party Links
Our Site or GiveSmart donation pages may contain links to external sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third parties. You should review the privacy policies of any linked sites.
7. Data Security
We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse. No online or electronic system is completely secure; therefore, we cannot guarantee absolute security. GiveSmart also implements security measures as described in its privacy policy. Momentive
8. Children’s Privacy
The Site and related services are not directed to children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.
9. Retention
We retain personal information as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Policy and to comply with legal, tax, and reporting obligations. GiveSmart may retain data in accordance with its retention practices as described in its privacy policy. Momentive
10. Changes to This Policy
This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically. Changes will be posted with an updated “Last Updated” date. Continued use of the Site after revisions constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
11. Contact Information
For questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is used:
Wisconsin Jewish Chronicle
Milwaukee Jewish Federation
1360 N. Prospect Ave.
Milwaukee, WI 53202
(414) 390-5770
chronicle@milwaukeejewish.org