Privacy policy.

Effective Date: April 4th 2025

Anchor Lancaster ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, and share information when you visit our website, anchorlancaster.org ("Site"), as well as your rights regarding that information. By using the Site, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect both Personal Information and Non-Personal Information:

Personal Information:

  • Personal Identification Information: When you visit our site, make a donation, sign up for newsletters, or otherwise engage with our services, we may collect personal information, including but not limited to your name, email address, phone number, and mailing address.

  • Payment Information: If you make a donation, we may collect payment information such as credit card details, billing information, and transaction history. This information is processed securely by third-party payment processors.

Non-Personal Information:

  • Log Data: Like many website operators, we collect information that your browser sends whenever you visit our Site ("Log Data"). This may include your computer’s Internet Protocol (“IP”) address, browser type, browser version, pages of our Site that you visit, the time and date of your visit, the time spent on those pages, and other statistics.

  • Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We may use cookies to enhance your experience on the Site. Cookies are small files stored on your device to help improve your experience by remembering preferences or tracking the Site's usage.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect in the following ways:

  • To provide and maintain our website and services.

  • To process donations, event registrations, and other transactions.

  • To send newsletters, updates, and other communications that you have opted into.

  • To respond to your inquiries and requests.

  • To analyze and improve the functionality of our website.

  • To comply with legal obligations and enforce our policies.

3. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information in the following cases:

  • Service Providers: We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers to assist with processing donations, sending newsletters, and maintaining our website. These service providers are required to protect your information and use it only as necessary to provide their services.

  • Legal Compliance: We may disclose your information to comply with applicable laws, regulations, legal processes, or government requests.

  • Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, your information may be transferred.

4. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect the personal information you provide to us through the Site. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

5. Your Rights

Depending on where you are located, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information. For example, if you are a resident of California, you may have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). These rights include:

  • Right to Access: You can request a copy of the personal information we have collected about you.

  • Right to Deletion: You can request that we delete your personal information, subject to certain exceptions.

  • Right to Opt-Out: You can opt out of the sale of your personal information, although we do not sell your information to third parties.

If you wish to exercise any of these rights, please contact us at info@anchorlancaster.org.

6. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we discover that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information as soon as possible. If you believe that we have collected such information, please contact us immediately at info@anchorlancaster.org.

7. Third-Party Websites

Our Site may contain links to other websites that are not operated by us. If you click on a third-party link, you will be directed to that third party’s site. We strongly advise you to review the privacy policy of every site you visit. We have no control over and assume no responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of third-party websites.

8. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and the updated policy will be effective as of the date indicated at the top of the page. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or would like to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us at:

Anchor Lancaster
Email: info@anchorlancaster.org
Phone: 717 287 0958
Address: 29 E Walnut St, Lancaster PA 17602


Security Policy

Effective Date: April 4th 2025

At Anchor Lancaster ("we", "our", or "us"), we take the security of your personal information seriously. This Security Policy outlines how we protect your data and the steps we take to secure the information you share with us when using our website, anchorlancaster.org ("Site").

1. Data Protection Measures

To protect your personal information, we employ a variety of security measures including:

  • Encryption: All sensitive data transmitted to or from our website, such as payment details, is encrypted using secure socket layer (SSL) technology.

  • Access Control: Access to personal information is limited to authorized personnel only, and those individuals are required to maintain strict confidentiality.

  • Firewalls & Network Security: We implement firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and other security measures to protect the integrity of our network and data.

  • Secure Payment Processing: Any financial transactions you make on our site are processed by third-party payment processors that are compliant with Payment Card Industry Data Security Standards (PCI-DSS).

2. User Responsibility

While we take reasonable precautions to protect your information, no system or network is completely secure. We encourage users to follow best practices to protect their own information, including using strong, unique passwords for accessing accounts and avoiding sharing sensitive personal details on unsecured or public platforms.

3. Vulnerability Reporting

If you believe you have identified a vulnerability in our website or have concerns about security, please contact us at info@anchorlancaster.org. We appreciate any responsible disclosures and will work to resolve issues promptly.

4. Data Retention and Disposal

We retain personal information only for as long as it is necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected or as required by law. Once this period has elapsed, we will securely delete or anonymize your data.

Terms of Use

Effective Date: April 4th 2025

Welcome to the Anchor Lancaster website, anchorlancaster.org. By accessing or using this website, you agree to comply with and be bound by the following terms and conditions. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use the Site.

1. Use of the Site

You may use this website for lawful purposes only. By using the Site, you agree that you will not:

  • Use the Site to engage in any unlawful activity or activity that violates any local, state, or federal laws.

  • Upload, post, or transmit any content that is defamatory, obscene, offensive, or otherwise inappropriate.

  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the website or any accounts, systems, or networks connected to the website.

2. Intellectual Property

All content on the Site, including text, images, graphics, logos, and trademarks, are owned by Anchor Lancaster or its licensors and are protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. You may not use, reproduce, or distribute any content from the Site without our express written permission.

3. User-Generated Content

If you submit content to the Site, such as comments, feedback, or contributions, you grant Anchor Lancaster a non-exclusive, royalty-free, and worldwide license to use, display, and distribute that content for the purposes of operating and promoting our organization.

You are solely responsible for any content you submit, and you agree not to submit any content that infringes on the rights of others or violates applicable laws.

4. Donations and Payments

If you choose to make a donation or engage in any transaction through our Site, you agree to provide accurate information and authorize us to process the transaction. All donations are subject to our Privacy Policy and the terms of any third-party payment processors we use.

5. Third-Party Links

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites for convenience or informational purposes. We are not responsible for the content or practices of these websites. When visiting a third-party website, you are subject to that website’s terms of use and privacy policy.

6. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Anchor Lancaster and its affiliates shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages, or for any loss of data, profits, or revenue arising from your use or inability to use the Site.

7. Disclaimers

The Site and its contents are provided on an "as is" basis. We do not make any representations or warranties, either express or implied, regarding the accuracy, reliability, or completeness of the information on the Site. We disclaim any and all warranties, including implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.

8. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold Anchor Lancaster and its affiliates, directors, employees, agents, and volunteers harmless from any claims, losses, damages, or expenses (including legal fees) arising from your use of the Site or violation of these Terms of Use.

9. Modification of Terms

We reserve the right to modify, update, or change these Terms of Use at any time. Any updates will be posted on this page with the revised effective date. By continuing to use the Site after the posting of any updates, you agree to be bound by the updated terms.

10. Governing Law

These Terms of Use are governed by the laws of the State of [Insert State] in the United States, without regard to its conflict of law principles. Any dispute arising out of or relating to these Terms of Use shall be resolved in the courts located in [Insert County/State].

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about these Terms of Use, please contact us at:

Anchor Lancaster
Email: info@anchorlancaster.org
Phone: 717 287 0958
Address: 29 E Walnut St, Lancaster PA 17602