Privacy Policy

Effective Date: May 2026

Full Circle Strategies ("we", "us", "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and share your personal information through our websites, campaign portals, event platforms, and digital interfaces (collectively, our "Platform"). By using our Platform, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy. Your use of our Platform is also governed by our Terms of Use.

1) Information Collection

We collect personal information in the following ways:

Information You Voluntarily Provide

Contact Information: Your name, email address, phone number, organization, title, and other details provided through contact forms, event registrations, newsletter sign-ups, and direct communications.
Communication Preferences: Your opt-in status for receiving emails, SMS messages, or other updates from us.
Uploaded Content: Photos, videos, testimonials, or other media you choose to submit through our Platform.
Support Interactions: When you contact us, we may collect your message, contact details, and any attachments you provide.

Information We Collect Automatically

Device and Usage Data: IP address, browser type, device identifiers, approximate location, and browsing behavior on our Platform.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies: See Section 2 for more details.

Information from Third Parties

We may receive demographic, marketing, or analytical information from third-party services and platforms you use to engage with us, such as social media platforms or event management tools.

2) Cookies and Other Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience, analyze usage patterns, and deliver relevant content.

Session Cookies: Used for navigation and session continuity.
Persistent Cookies: Used to remember preferences and track longer-term engagement.
Third-Party Analytics: We use services such as Google Analytics to understand traffic and engagement trends on our Platform.

You may adjust cookie settings through your browser at any time. Please note that disabling cookies may affect certain Platform functionalities.

3) How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

Communicate with you via email and SMS about campaigns, initiatives, events, and opportunities aligned with our mission.
Provide you with requested services, content, and updates.
Improve our Platform, outreach strategies, and overall user experience.
Analyze participation trends and measure the impact of our programs and campaigns.

Email Communications

When you sign up to receive updates from us:

We may send newsletters, campaign alerts, event invitations, and other informational or promotional content.
You may opt out at any time using the unsubscribe link included in every email.
Your email address is managed securely using platforms compliant with applicable privacy regulations, including CAN-SPAM and GDPR where applicable.

4) Information Sharing

We may share your personal information in the following circumstances:

With Campaign and Event Partners: If you engage with a specific campaign or co-hosted event, we may share relevant information with those partners, where appropriate and with your permission.
As Required by Law: To comply with applicable federal, D.C., or state legal obligations, court orders, or to protect our rights and the rights of others.
In Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or transfer of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.
With Your Consent: Whenever you have explicitly authorized us to share your information.

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

5) Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

Access, update, or request deletion of your personal information.
Opt out of email or SMS communications at any time.
Disable cookies through your browser settings.
Request information about how your data is being used.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at: [insert contact email]

Residents of jurisdictions with specific data privacy protections — including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) — may have additional rights. Please contact us for more information.

6) Third-Party Links

Our Platform may contain links to external websites or resources. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before submitting any personal information.

7) Security and Data Retention

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information. While we strive to maintain secure data transmission and storage, no method of transmission over the internet is entirely without risk.

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Policy, or as required by applicable law.

8) Children's Privacy

Our Platform is not directed toward children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has submitted personal information to us, please contact us immediately and we will take steps to remove that information.

9) International Users

Full Circle Strategies is based in Washington, D.C., United States. If you are accessing our Platform from outside the United States, please be aware that your information may be transferred to and processed in the U.S., where privacy laws may differ from those in your country or jurisdiction. By using our Platform, you consent to this transfer.

10) Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. When we do, we will post the revised policy on our Platform with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this Policy periodically.

11) Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information, please contact us at:

Full Circle Strategies Washington, D.C. info@thefullcirclestrategy.com