Privacy Policy

Date of Adoption: 25/11/2013
Last Updated: 30/10/2025

1. Introduction

Little Hand Foundation (“we”, “our”, “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information of our donors, beneficiaries, volunteers, and website visitors. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and safeguard personal data obtained through both online and offline activities.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:
• Personal identification details (e.g., name, address, phone number, email)
• Donation information (e.g., payment details, transaction records)
• Volunteer and participant information (e.g., emergency contact, background information if required)
• Technical data (e.g., IP address, browser type, website usage statistics)
• Any other information you voluntarily provide to us through communication or participation.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information to:
• Process donations and issue receipts
• Communicate updates, newsletters, and reports about our activities
• Manage volunteer and donor relationships
• Ensure transparency and compliance with legal and auditing requirements
• Improve our website, events, and services.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

We process personal data based on one or more of the following:
• Your consent
• Performance of a contract or donation agreement
• Compliance with legal obligations
• Our legitimate interests in operating and improving our charitable services.

5. Data Storage and Security

We take all reasonable steps to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. Data is securely stored in electronic and physical formats, and access is limited to authorized personnel only.

6. Sharing of Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share information only with trusted partners, auditors, or service providers who assist us in carrying out our mission, and only to the extent necessary to perform their functions under confidentiality agreements.

7. Retention of Information

We retain personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy, or as required by law and accounting standards.

8. Your Rights

You have the right to:
• Access the personal information we hold about you
• Request corrections or updates to inaccurate information
• Withdraw consent for communications
• Request deletion of your data, subject to legal obligations.

9. Cookies and Website Tracking

Our website may use cookies to enhance user experience and analyze traffic. You can choose to disable cookies in your browser settings, but some features may not function properly.

10. Links to Other Websites

Our website may contain links to external sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of such third-party websites.

11. Changes to This Policy

We reserve the right to modify or update this Privacy Policy at any time. Updates will be posted on our website with the revised date.

12. Contact Information

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact:

Little Hand Foundation
Colombo, Sri Lanka
Email: [email protected] / [email protected]
Phone: +94 779 333 036