🛡️ WINGS Housing & Workforce Initiative — Privacy Policy

Last Updated: November 29, 2025

WINGS Housing & Workforce Initiative (“WINGS,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy and security of everyone who visits our website, completes a form, donates, volunteers, or requests services.
Your trust means everything to us, and we take your privacy seriously.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and share your information.

We may collect the following types of information when you use our website or contact us:

• Name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Mailing address
• Form responses (donation/partnership, volunteer, emergency housing, contact forms)
• Payment information (handled securely by third-party processors)
• Any additional information you choose to share 

If you complete an Emergency Housing Questionnaire, you may share personal or sensitive information (such as safety concerns, living situation, health needs).
WINGS handles this information with the highest level of confidentiality and care.

We use your information to:

• Respond to your inquiries
• Provide services or assistance you request
• Process donations securely
• Communicate about partnerships, volunteer opportunities, or events
• Improve our programs and website
• Maintain accurate records for organizational and compliance purposes

We never sell or rent your information.

We take your privacy seriously. WINGS uses:

• Secure data storage systems
• Encryption through trusted third-party payment processor 
• Limited staff access to sensitive information
• Confidential handling of housing and safety-related information

We strive to protect your information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse.

We only share your information in the following circumstances:

• With trusted service providers (such as payment processors or website tools) who help operate our organization
• With partners or agencies only if you give permission
• When legally required (for example, to protect someone in immediate danger)

We do not sell, trade, or share your information with marketers.

All online donations are processed through secure third-party payment processors such as PayPal, Stripe, Zeffy, or GiveButter.
WINGS does not store full credit card numbers or payment information.

These processors comply with industry standards and encryption protocols.

Our website may use cookies or analytics tools to help us understand:

• How visitors use the site
• Which pages are most helpful
• Ways to improve user experience

This data is generic and does not identify you personally.

You may disable cookies in your browser settings.

Our website may include links to external sites.
WINGS is not responsible for the privacy practices or content on those websites.
We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

WINGS does not knowingly collect information from children under the age of 13.
If we learn that such information has been submitted, we will delete it promptly.

You have the right to:

• Request access to the information we have about you
• Request corrections to inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your information (in most cases)
• Opt-out of communications at any time

To make a request, please contact us using the information below.

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically.
All updates will be posted with a new “Last Updated” date.

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is used, please contact us:

📧 Email: [INFO@WINGSHWP.ORG
📞 Phone: 678-492-4730
📬 Mailing Address: PO BOX 175 STOCKBRIDGE, GA 30281

WINGS Housing & Workforce Initiative may capture photos, video, or written stories during events, programs, or activities for the purpose of sharing our mission, promoting our services, and celebrating community impact.

We respect the privacy and dignity of everyone we serve.

Images or stories may be used in:

• Website content
• Social media posts
• Print materials
• Grant reports
• Fundraising and awareness campaigns
   

We never share personal information, sensitive details, or identifying images of clients without permission.
Survivors of domestic violence or individuals in crisis will never be photographed or publicly identified without clear, written consent.

If you prefer NOT to be photographed, recorded, or have your story shared:

👉 You may opt out at any time.

Simply notify us by:

• Telling a staff member
• Emailing us at: info@wingshwp.org
• Checking the “Media Opt-Out” box on any WINGS form
   

We will honor your request fully and immediately.

Your comfort and safety come first — always.