Privacy Policy
Privacy policy.
How EMERGE handles personal information.
Last updated: August 3, 2026. This policy is issued by EMERGE International, a U.S. 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (EIN 33-1858732), which is the data controller for information collected through emergeinternational.org.
EMERGE collects and uses personal information only for clear purposes connected to communication, giving, partnerships, care pathways, safeguarding, program delivery, reporting, and legal compliance.
Information EMERGE may collect
Depending on how someone interacts with EMERGE, information may include:
- •Name and contact details.
- •Donation and receipt information.
- •Partnership or inquiry details.
- •Program participation information.
- •Consent and communication preferences.
- •Website analytics and cookie information.
- •Care related information only through approved care pathways and consent processes.
How information is used
EMERGE may use information to:
- •Respond to inquiries.
- •Process donations and receipts.
- •Communicate with donors, partners, and subscribers.
- •Manage program participation and referral where appropriate.
- •Protect safeguarding, safety, and accountability.
- •Improve website, communications, and services.
- •Meet legal, audit, and regulatory requirements.
Care and sensitive information
Care related information requires stronger privacy, consent, access control, and retention rules. It should not be collected through general website forms unless the form is specifically approved for care intake and governed by clinical or program protocols.
Sharing information
EMERGE does not sell personal information. Information may be shared with trusted service providers, payment processors, program partners, legal or audit advisors, or authorities where required by law or safeguarding obligations. Sharing is limited, purposeful, and governed by appropriate safeguards.
Cookies and analytics
The website may use cookies or analytics tools to understand site use and improve communication. Visitors can manage cookie preferences through their browser settings, or by contacting EMERGE using the email below.
Data retention
EMERGE keeps information only as long as needed for the purpose collected, legal requirements, safeguarding obligations, donor records, audit needs, or program accountability.
Rights and contact
People may request information about how their data is used, ask for corrections, unsubscribe from communications, or ask privacy questions by emailing EMERGE directly.
Email: info@emergeinternational.org