Dr. Tyra Edwards Baker Foundation
Effective: 06/22/2025
Information We Collect
We collect information you provide when you:
- Donate (name, address, payment information)
- Register for events (contact details, emergency contacts)
- Apply for scholarships (educational and financial information)
- Volunteer (contact information, background check data)
- Subscribe to communications (email address, preferences)
We also collect standard website analytics data (IP addresses, browser type, pages visited) to improve our services.
How We Use Your Information
Your information helps us:
- Process donations and issue tax receipts
- Coordinate events and volunteer activities
- Award scholarships and communicate with recipients
- Send ALS advocacy updates and foundation news
- Comply with IRS and Alabama nonprofit reporting requirements
Information Sharing
We never sell your information. We may share information only with:
- Payment processors (Stripe processes online donations securely and maintains PCI compliance)
- Service providers who help manage events, communications, or other foundation operations
- Scholarship recipients (with applicant consent for award announcements)
- Government agencies when required by law
Donor privacy is paramount. Under Alabama’s Personal Privacy Protection Act, we protect donor information from unauthorized disclosure.
Your Rights
You can:
- Opt out of communications by emailing drtyraebakerfoundation@gmail.com
- Request corrections to your information
- Request deletion of your data (except where required for legal compliance)
Security
We use industry-standard security measures including encryption for online donations and secure storage of personal information. Only authorized staff and approved vendors access your data.
Cookies
Our website uses cookies to improve functionality. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, though some features may not work properly.
Contact Us
Questions about this policy? Contact us:
- Email: drtyraebakerfoundation@gmail.com
- Mail: 32176 Badger Court, Spanish Fort, AL 36527
This policy may be updated periodically. Changes will be posted on our website.
The Dr. Tyra Edwards Baker Foundation is committed to protecting your privacy while advancing our mission of education funding, ALS advocacy, and community support.