Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 10/02/2026

Last Updated: 10/02/2026

Harvey's Rescue House, Inc., a California nonprofit public benefit corporation recognized as a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization (also referenced on tax filings as Harveys Rescue House, and operating as 'Harvey's Rescue House,' "we," "us," or "our"), is dedicated to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, protect, and disclose information gathered through our website, online forms, adoption applications, and donation platforms (collectively, the "Services").

By visiting our website or submitting information to us, you acknowledge and agree to the practices outlined in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you make a donation, apply to adopt or foster an animal, sign up for volunteer work, join our newsletter, or contact us directly.

A. Donor Information

When you make a charitable donation to Harvey's Rescue House, we collect: Full name and contact details (mailing address, email address, phone number). Donation details (amount, date, frequency, honorarium/memorial information).

Payment Details: Credit/debit card numbers and banking details are processed directly through secure, PCI-compliant third-party payment gateways (e.g., Stripe, PayPal, Donorbox). We do not store or retain full credit card numbers or sensitive payment authentication codes on our servers.

B. Adoption and Foster Applicant Information

To ensure the welfare and safe placement of our rescue animals, we collect detailed personal and household information during the application and screening process, which may include: Full legal name, date of birth, and government ID / driver's license number (for identity verification). Residential address, housing type (own, rent, condo, single-family), landlord or HOA contact details, and pet policy approvals. Household composition, including the number and ages of children or other residents. Information regarding current or past pets, including veterinary clinic names, veterinary records, vaccination history, and spay/neuter status. Personal or professional character references. Daily schedule, exercise plans, lifestyle details, and training philosophy.

C. Volunteer, Event, and General Inquiries

Name, email, phone number, emergency contacts, physical capabilities/restrictions relevant to animal handling, and availability.

D. Automatically Collected Information (Cookies & Analytics)

When you browse our website, we may collect non-identifying technical data via cookies and analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics), including your IP address, browser type, device information, operating system, and pages visited.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect solely to advance our mission and administer our rescue operations, including: Processing tax-deductible donations and issuing official IRS tax substantiation receipts. Evaluating, screening, and processing adoption and foster applications (including contacting veterinarians, landlords, and references). Coordinating volunteer schedules and animal transport. Communicating rescue updates, emergency medical cases, events, and fundraising campaigns (you may opt out at any time). Responding to inquiries and customer service requests. Maintaining accurate internal records and complying with nonprofit legal, accounting, and tax-reporting regulations.

3. Donor Privacy Commitment (No Selling or Renting)

Harvey's Rescue House places the highest value on the trust of our donors: We will not sell, share, rent, or trade donor personal information (names, addresses, phone numbers, or email addresses) to any third party for commercial or external marketing purposes. We will not send mailings or solicitations on behalf of other organizations. If you wish for your donation to remain anonymous on public honor rolls, annual reports, or event acknowledgments, you may notify us at harveys.rescuehouse@gmail.com or check the "Donate Anonymously" option upon checkout.

4. How We Share Information

We only share personal information under limited, operational circumstances:

Service Providers: We share necessary data with trusted vendors that provide critical operational support, such as payment processors, email delivery services, and donor management software. These vendors are bound by strict confidentiality and data-protection obligations.

Adoption Screening Checks: With applicant consent, we may contact designated third parties listed on an application (e.g., veterinary clinics to verify pet health histories, landlords to verify pet policies, and personal references).

Microchip Registration: When an animal is adopted, we share the adopter's name, address, and contact information with microchip registry databases (e.g., 24Petwatch, AKC Reunite, Fi Nano) to register the animal's life-saving microchip.

Legal Compliance & Animal Welfare: We may disclose information if required by law, subpoena, or if we have a good-faith belief that disclosure is necessary to investigate animal cruelty, neglect, fraud, or violations of our adoption agreements.

5. Data Security

We implement standard organizational, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect personal information against unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration. All electronic payment transactions are transmitted using Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) encryption technology. While we strive to protect your personal information, no internet transmission or electronic data storage method is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Children's Online Privacy (COPPA)

Our website and services are not directed to individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information directly from children under 13. Adoption applications must be completed by an adult aged 18 or older. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information without parental consent, please contact us immediately so we can remove the data.

7. Your Choices & Data Rights

Email Communications: You can opt out of our newsletters, event notices, or fundraising appeals at any time by clicking the "Unsubscribe" link at the bottom of our emails or contacting us directly. Review & Update: You may request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal data by emailing us at harveys.rescuehouse@gmail.com. Note: Certain donor records and adoption contracts must be retained for required statutory periods to comply with IRS and state nonprofit record-keeping laws. Cookies: You can configure your browser to reject cookies or notify you when cookies are placed.

8. Third-Party Websites and Links

Our website may contain links to external sites (such as pet supply retailers, pet insurance providers, or community sponsors). We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party platforms. We encourage you to read the privacy statements of every site you visit.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our operational procedures or legal requirements. Any modifications will be posted directly to this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. Continued use of our website or services after updates are posted signifies acceptance of the revised policy.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions, comments, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact us at:

Legal Entity Name: Harveys Rescue House

Operating DBA: Harvey's Rescue House

Email Address: harveys.rescuehouse@gmail.com