Privacy Policy

Text Messaging Policy

By providing your phone number when you register for events, you agree to receive text messages from The Pearl Project. Message and data rates may apply. Message frequency varies. Upon registration you may opt out of text messaging by clicking the indicated opt out button. At any time you can get more help by replying HELP to these texts, or you can opt out completely by replying STOP.

No mobile information will be shared with third parties/affiliates for marketing/promotional purposes. Information sharing to subcontractors in support services, such as customer service is permitted. All other use case categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties.

Privacy Policy for The Pearl Project

Last Updated: January 7, 2026

The Pearl Project ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard the personal information you provide to us through our website (thepearlproject.org) and during our events, trainings, and services.

By using our website or participating in our programs, you consent to the data practices described in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information that you voluntarily provide to us to further our mission of supporting foster, adoptive, and kinship families.

  • Personal Information: This includes personally identifiable information you may provide when you donate, sign up for a newsletter, register for an event, or request services. This may include:

    • Name

    • Mailing Address

    • Email Address

    • Phone Number

    • Payment Information (processed securely by third-party vendors)

    • Information related to volunteer applications or background checks.

  • Non-Personal Information: We may automatically collect non-personal data when you visit our website, such as your IP address, browser type, and the pages you visit. This helps us analyze website traffic and improve user experience.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information for the following purposes:

  • To Process Donations: To securely process your charitable contributions and issue tax-deductible receipts.

  • To Communicate: To send you newsletters, updates on our work, and information about upcoming trainings (e.g., TBRI® sessions), support groups, and events.

  • To Provide Services: To coordinate appointments for the "Kid-2-Kid Foster Closet," schedule "Pearl Project Buddy" volunteers, or facilitate retreats.

  • To Improve Our Programs: To analyze trends and feedback to better serve our community in Northwest and Central Florida.

3. Sharing of Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to others.

We may share your information in the following limited circumstances:

  • Service Providers: We may share data with trusted third-party vendors who assist us in operating our website, conducting our business, or serving you (e.g., email marketing platforms, event registration systems). These parties are contractually obligated to keep your information confidential.

  • Fiscal Sponsorship / Donation Processing: If you make a donation, your payment data is processed by secure third-party payment processors. Some donations may be processed through our partner or fiscal sponsor, United Charitable. In such cases, your donor information may be shared with them solely for the purpose of processing the gift and legal compliance.

  • Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in the good faith belief that such action is necessary to comply with a legal obligation, protect our rights, or ensure the safety of our users.

4. Donor Privacy

We hold our donors in high regard. We will not sell, share, or trade our donors' names or personal information with any other entity, nor send mailings to our donors on behalf of other organizations. This policy applies to all information received by The Pearl Project, both online and offline, as well as any electronic, written, or oral communications.

5. Security

We implement a variety of security measures to maintain the safety of your personal information. We use secure servers and encryption (SSL) to protect sensitive data transmitted online. However, please be aware that no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure.

6. Your Choices and Rights

  • Opt-Out: You may choose to stop receiving emails from us at any time by following the "unsubscribe" instructions included in our emails or by contacting us directly.

  • Access and Correction: You have the right to review and correct the personal information we maintain about you. Please contact us to make these requests.

7. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date at the top.

8. Contact Us

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

The Pearl Project

  • Email: admin@thepearlproject.org

  • Website: www.thepearlproject.org