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Privacy Statement

The Epilepsy Association of Western New York (“EAWNY,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Statement explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, participate in our programs, make a donation, register for an event, or otherwise interact with our organization.

Information We Collect

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide, including:

  • Name
  • Mailing address
  • Email address
  • Telephone number
  • Donation and payment information
  • Event registration information
  • Information you provide through contact forms, surveys, or program inquiries

We may also collect limited technical information such as your IP address, browser type, device information, and website usage data through cookies and analytics tools.

How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Respond to your questions and requests.
  • Provide services and resources.
  • Process donations and acknowledge contributions.
  • Register you for programs and events.
  • Send newsletters, updates, and fundraising communications (you may unsubscribe at any time).
  • Improve our website, programs, and services.
  • Comply with applicable legal and regulatory requirements.

Information Sharing

EAWNY does not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.

We may also disclose information when required by law or to protect the rights, safety, or property of EAWNY or others.

We may share information with trusted third-party service providers that assist us with payment processing, website hosting, email communications, event registration, and other operational functions. These providers are required to protect your information and use it only for the services they provide on our behalf.

Data Security

We maintain reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. While no method of electronic transmission or storage is completely secure, we strive to use commercially reasonable measures to safeguard your information.

Cookies and Analytics

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve your browsing experience, analyze website traffic, and enhance website functionality. You may choose to disable cookies through your browser settings, although doing so may affect certain features of the website.

External Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. EAWNY is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing personal information.

Your Choices

You may:

  • Request to review or update your personal information.
  • Opt out of receiving marketing or fundraising emails by using the unsubscribe link included in our communications.
  • Contact us with questions regarding your personal information or this Privacy Statement.

Children’s Privacy

Our website is not intended to knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13 without parental or guardian consent. If we learn that such information has been collected inadvertently, we will take appropriate steps to delete it.

Changes to This Privacy Statement

EAWNY may update this Privacy Statement periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Statement or our privacy practices, please contact:

Epilepsy Association of Western New York

339 Elmwood Ave
Buffalo, NY 14222
Phone: (716) 883-5393
Email: [email protected]