Privacy Policy for the 14th Ward Independent Democratic Club
Effective Date: July 1, 2024
The 14th Ward Independent Democratic Club (referred to as “the Club,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and share your personal information when you join the Club as a member.
1. Information We Collect
When you join the Club, we collect the following types of personal information:
- Contact Information: Name, address, email address, phone number, date of birth.
- Membership Details: Membership status, participation history, and other related information.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your personal information to:
- Manage your membership and communicate with you about Club activities.
- Send you updates, newsletters, and other information relevant to your membership.
- Process and respond to inquiries or requests you may have.
3. Sharing Your Information
3.1 Community and Political Campaigns
Before our endorsement meetings, the Club sells the names and addresses of our members to community members and political campaigns. This is done to allow relevant stakeholders to communicate directly with our members in advance of and in addition to the endorsement meeting.
To protect your privacy, we have implemented the following procedure:
- We do not release your personal information directly to others.
- Instead, we send your names and addresses directly to a professional print shop. This print shop handles the printing and distribution of materials on our behalf.
3.2 Other Sharing
We may also share your information in the following situations:
- With Service Providers: We may share your information with third-party service providers who assist us in managing Club operations, including, but not limited to, hosting our website, sending newsletters, financial compliance, campaign finance and other reporting.
- Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required by law or to comply with legal processes.
4. Data Security
We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or alteration. However, please be aware that no security measures are completely infallible.
5. Your Choices
You have the right to:
- Access and update your personal information by contacting us directly.
- Opt out of receiving marketing communications by following the instructions provided in those communications or by contacting us.
6. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on our website, and the revised policy will take effect immediately upon posting. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
7. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our practices, please contact us at:
14th Ward Independent Democratic Club
301 Carnegie Place Pittsburgh, PA 15208
pgh14widc@gmail.com
Thank you for being a valued member of the 14th Ward Independent Democratic Club.
