Privacy policy

Privacy Policy
The Purpose Fund
Effective Date: 23 March 2023

By engaging with The Purpose Fund, you agree to the collection and use of your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

The Purpose Fund ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information in accordance with the Australian Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs).

1. Collection of personal information

We may collect personal information that is necessary for the operation of The Purpose Fund, including but not limited to:

  • Your name, contact details (email address, phone number, mailing address)

  • Donation details and payment information

  • Any other information you provide when engaging with The Purpose Fund

We collect this information directly from you through forms, email communications, website interactions, or other engagement channels.

2. Use of personal information

We use personal information to:

  • Process donations and provide receipts

  • Communicate with you about The Purpose Fund's activities, events, and updates

  • Manage memberships and volunteer opportunities

  • Comply with legal and regulatory obligations

  • Improve our services and engagement with members

3. Disclosure of personal information

We do not sell or trade personal information. However, we may disclose your information to:

  • Service providers who assist in our operations (e.g., payment processors, IT service providers)

  • Regulatory bodies as required by law

  • Partner organisations where you have provided consent

4. Data security

We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information from unauthorised access, disclosure, or loss. This includes secure data storage, encryption, and access controls.

5. Access and correction

You have the right to access the personal information we hold about you and request corrections if necessary. If you wish to do so, please contact us using the details provided below.

6. Retention of information

We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law.

7. Cookies and online data collection

If The Purpose Fund operates a website, we may collect non-personal data through cookies to improve user experience and analyse engagement. You can adjust your browser settings to manage cookie preferences.

8. Changes to this privacy policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The latest version will always be available on our website or upon request.

9. Contact us

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

The Purpose Fund
hello@thepurposefund.org.au