Privacy Policy

Stinson Beach Historical Society

Effective Date: February 10, 2026
Website: https://stinsonbeachhistoricalsociety.org

The Stinson Beach Historical Society (“SBHS,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information.

1. Information We Collect

Information You Provide

We may collect personal information when you:

  • Make a donation
  • Become a member
  • Register for an event
  • Volunteer or contact us
  • Subscribe to our email list

This information may include:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Mailing address
  • Phone number
  • Donation or membership details

Any information you submit through forms

2. Donations and Payment Processing

Online donations and payments are processed securely through Givebutter and its payment partners.

  • SBHS does not store full credit card information.
  • Please review Givebutter’s Privacy Policy for details about their data practices.

3. Information Automatically Collected

Our website (hosted on WordPress) may automatically collect:

  • IP address
  • Browser and device information
  • Pages visited
  • General usage data

We may use cookies or analytics tools to improve website performance and user experience.

4. How We Use Your Information

We use personal information to:

  • Process donations and memberships
  • Send receipts and tax acknowledgments
  • Communicate about events, programs, and news
  • Respond to inquiries
  • Maintain records for nonprofit and tax compliance
  • Improve our website and outreach

We do not sell or rent your personal information.

5. Email Communications

You may receive occasional emails about:

  • Events
  • Programs
  • Membership
  • Fundraising

You may unsubscribe at any time using the link in our emails or by contacting us at:
[info@stinsonbeachhistoricalsociety.org]

6. Event Photography and Media

SBHS events may be photographed or recorded for historical and promotional purposes, including:

  • Website
  • Social media
  • Newsletters
  • Printed materials

If you prefer not to appear in photos, please notify us at the event or contact us in advance.

7. California Privacy Rights (CCPA/CPRA)

If you are a California resident, you have the right to:

  • Request access to your personal information
  • Request correction or deletion
  • Ask how your information is used

To make a request, contact:
info@stinsonbeachhistoricalsociety.org

SBHS does not sell or share personal information for advertising purposes.

8. Data Security

We take reasonable administrative and technical measures to protect your information. However, no online system is completely secure.

9. Third-Party Links

Our website may link to external sites (such as event platforms or social media). SBHS is not responsible for their privacy practices.

10. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. The updated version will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

12. Contact

Stinson Beach Historical Society
PO Box 413

Stinson Beach, CA 94970
Email: info@stinsonbeachhistoricalsociety.org