Last Updated: June 2, 2026

Habitat for Humanity of Orange County, NC (“Orange Habitat,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting the privacy of our donors, volunteers, applicants, homeowners, supporters, and website visitors. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information you provide through our website and other interactions with our organization.

Information We Collect

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, including:

• Name
• Mailing address
• Email address
• Telephone number
• Donation information
• Volunteer registration information
• Event registration information
• Information submitted through contact forms or applications

When you visit our website, we may also collect certain non-personal information automatically, including:

• Internet Protocol (IP) address
• Browser type and device information
• Pages visited on our website
• Date and time of visits
• Referring websites

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Process donations and provide tax receipts
• Respond to inquiries and requests
• Register volunteers and event participants
• Evaluate applications for Habitat programs
• Provide updates about our work, programs, events, and fundraising activities
• Improve our website and services
• Maintain organizational records and comply with legal obligations

Donor Privacy

Orange Habitat respects the privacy of our donors.

We do not sell, rent, trade, or share donor names, mailing addresses, email addresses, telephone numbers, or other personal information with outside organizations for marketing purposes.

We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in processing donations, managing communications, hosting our website, analyzing website performance, or providing other services necessary to our operations. These providers are required to maintain the confidentiality and security of the information they receive.

Online Donations and Payment Security

Online donations are processed through secure third-party payment processors. Orange Habitat does not store complete credit card numbers on our servers.

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal information submitted through our website. However, no method of electronic transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Email Communications and Opt-Out

If you provide your email address, you may receive newsletters, updates, event invitations, advocacy alerts, fundraising appeals, and other communications from Orange Habitat.

You may unsubscribe from email communications at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link included in our emails or by contacting us directly at development@orangehabitat.org.

Cookies and Analytics

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve user experience and analyze website traffic.

Cookies are small files stored on your device that help websites function effectively and provide information about how visitors use the site.

We may use services such as Google Analytics to collect aggregated information about website usage. This information helps us understand visitor behavior and improve our website. Google Analytics does not provide us with personally identifiable information about individual visitors.

You may disable cookies through your browser settings, although some website features may not function properly if cookies are disabled.

Information Sharing and Disclosure

We may disclose personal information when:

• Required by law or legal process
• Necessary to protect the rights, property, or safety of Orange Habitat, our supporters, or others
• Working with trusted service providers who assist us in carrying out our mission and operations
• You have provided consent for us to do so

Links to Other Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, including partner organizations, sponsors, and Habitat for Humanity network organizations.

We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or security of those websites. We encourage visitors to review the privacy policies of any external websites they visit.

Children’s Privacy

Our website is not directed toward children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children through our website. If we become aware that personal information has been collected from a child under 13 without appropriate consent, we will take reasonable steps to delete that information.

Access, Updates, and Questions

If you would like to update your contact information, request removal from our mailing lists, or have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

Habitat for Humanity of Orange County, NC
88 Vilcom Center Drive, Suite L110
Chapel Hill, NC 27514
Phone: 919-932-7077
Email: development@orangehabitat.org

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or organizational needs. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.

Your continued use of our website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.