Privacy Policy for Our Grateful Nation (OGN)



Our Grateful Nation (“OGN,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) respects the privacy of everyone who interacts with our organization. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share and protect personal information when you visit our website, submit information through forms, interact with us on social media platforms (including TikTok), or otherwise engage with OGN.

If you have questions about this policy or wish to exercise your rights, please contact us at the address provided in the “Contact Us” section below.


Information We Collect

We collect information in several ways:

  • Information you provide to us: This may include your name, email address, postal address, phone number, payment details (for donations), messages, or any other personal details you share when contacting us or filling out forms.
  • Information collected automatically: We may collect data such as IP address, device type, browser type, pages visited, time spent on pages and referring URLs.
  • Information from third‑party platforms: If you engage with our content on TikTok or other social networks, we may receive analytics data (e.g., engagement metrics) and advertising identifiers. TikTok’s lead‑generation policies require any advertiser to display a privacy policy on the landing page.
  • Information from cookies and tracking technologies: Cookies, pixels and similar technologies may collect data about your browsing and interaction with our site.


How We Use Information

We use personal information to:

  • Provide and improve our services and programs.
  • Communicate with you about events, updates and fundraising opportunities.
  • Process donations and payments.
  • Respond to your inquiries.
  • Conduct analytics, research and reporting.
  • Comply with legal obligations and protect our rights.


How We Share Information

We do not sell personal data. We may share data with:

  • Service providers: Third‑party vendors that help us with website hosting, payment processing, marketing, analytics and communications.
  • Partners and affiliates: Collaborators who support our mission (e.g., co‑sponsored events).
  • Legal authorities: When required by law or to protect our rights.
  • Social media integration: If we run lead‑generation ads, we and social media agencies may act as joint data controllers; all social media advertising policies require advertisers using lead‑generation ads to display a privacy policy.


Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience, remember preferences and analyze website usage. You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings, though some features may not function properly.


Legal Bases for Processing (for EU/EEA Users)

For users in the European Economic Area, we process personal data when we have a legal basis, such as your consent (e.g., signing up for newsletters), performance of a contract (e.g., donation processing), compliance with legal obligations or legitimate interests (e.g., improving our services).


Your Rights

  • Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights to:
  • Access your personal data.
  • Correct inaccurate information.
  • Delete your data.
  • Opt‑out of marketing communications.
  • Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent.
  • Limit or object to data processing.
  • California residents may request a list of categories of personal information disclosed to third parties for direct marketing purposes (per CalOPPA/CCPA). EU/EEA residents may lodge complaints with data protection authorities.


Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes described in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.


Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect personal information from accidental or unlawful destruction, loss, alteration, unauthorized disclosure or access, aligning with TikTok’s requirement to secure lead‑generation data.


Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13 (or higher age threshold where required by law). If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us so we can remove it.


External Links

Our website may contain links to third‑party sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these websites. Please review their privacy policies separately.


Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We will post any updates on this page with a revised “Last updated” date.


Contact Us

If you have questions or requests regarding this policy, you can reach us at:

Our Grateful Nation (OGN)
Email: info@ourgratefulnation.org
Phone: (833) 4OGNUSA (464‑6872)