Privacy Policy

How we collect, use, and protect your information

Last updated: January 2026

Introduction

The Lorenzo Foundation ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or interact with our services. Please read this privacy policy carefully. By using our website, you consent to the practices described in this policy.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

  • Submit an application for the Lorenzo Awards
  • Make a donation
  • Contact us via email or phone
  • Register for events
  • Subscribe to our communications

This information may include your name, email address, phone number, mailing address, and any other information you choose to provide.

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information about your device, including your IP address, browser type, operating system, and browsing behavior. This information helps us improve our website and services.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

  • To process and evaluate Lorenzo Awards applications
  • To process donations and provide tax receipts
  • To communicate with you about our programs, events, and initiatives
  • To respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
  • To improve our website and services
  • To comply with legal obligations
  • To protect against fraudulent or illegal activity

Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

  • Service Providers: We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website, processing donations, or conducting our business.
  • Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law or in response to valid legal requests.
  • Protection of Rights: We may disclose information to protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property, or that of others.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

  • Access the personal information we hold about you
  • Request correction of inaccurate information
  • Request deletion of your personal information
  • Opt out of marketing communications
  • Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us understand how you use our website. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. Disabling cookies may affect some functionality of our website.

Children's Privacy

Our website is not directed to children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information promptly.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website with a new "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:

The Lorenzo Foundation

PO BOX 305

3001 Bridgeway

Sausalito, CA 94965

Email: lorenzo@thelorenzofoundation.com

Phone: 415-269-2548