Privacy Policy

Our Commitment to Privacy

The Lewis Clark Animal Shelter is committed to protecting the privacy of our donors, adopters, volunteers, fosters, customers, and website visitors.

We may collect personal information when you:

• Make a donation online or by mail
• Apply to volunteer or foster
• Share an adoption or volunteer story
• Submit feedback or inquiries
• Sign up for email updates
• Communicate with us by email, phone, or mail

Donor Privacy

The Lewis Clark Animal Shelter respects donor privacy and upholds the highest standards of ethics and integrity in all fundraising efforts.

We do not share, loan, trade, rent, or sell donor information to any non-affiliated organizations.

Information we may collect includes:

• Name
• Mailing address
• Phone number
• Email address
• Communication preferences
• Donation history

This information is maintained for IRS and organizational recordkeeping purposes and may be used to help us better understand giving trends, improve budgeting, and plan future fundraising efforts.

Access to donor information is limited to authorized staff, contractors, or service providers who require access to perform duties on behalf of the Lewis Clark Animal Shelter. Donors who choose to remain anonymous will always have their wishes respected.

How We Use Your Information

We may use the information collected from you to:

• Personalize your experience on our website
• Improve customer service and respond to inquiries
• Administer surveys, promotions, or other website features
• Share updates, news, events, or services related to the Lewis Clark Animal Shelter

If you provide your email address, you may receive periodic communications from us. You may opt out or update your communication preferences at any time by contacting us directly.

How We Protect Your Information

We implement a variety of security measures to protect your personal information. Information is stored on secure networks and is accessible only to authorized individuals who are required to keep such information confidential.

Disclosure to Third Parties

We do not sell, trade, or transfer your personally identifiable information to outside parties without prior notice, except as necessary to:

• Operate our website
• Conduct organizational business
• Provide services to you
• Comply with legal obligations
• Protect the rights, safety, and property of the Lewis Clark Animal Shelter or others

Third-party service providers who assist us are required to maintain the confidentiality of your information.

We may share non-personally identifiable information, such as website traffic statistics, for analytics, marketing, or operational purposes.

Terms & Conditions

Limitation of Liability

The Lewis Clark Animal Shelter is not liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages resulting from the use of, or inability to use, this website or its services, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.

Some jurisdictions may not allow certain limitations of liability, so portions of this section may not apply to you.

Termination of Use

These Terms & Conditions apply upon your access to the website and may be terminated by the Lewis Clark Animal Shelter at any time, without notice, for any reason.

Provisions related to copyrights, trademarks, disclaimers, limitation of liability, indemnification, and miscellaneous terms shall survive termination.

Notices

The Lewis Clark Animal Shelter may provide notices to users through email, website postings, or other reliable communication methods using the contact information provided by the user.

Third-Party Links

This website may contain links to third-party websites for your convenience and reference. These sites operate independently and maintain separate privacy policies and practices.

The Lewis Clark Animal Shelter is not responsible for the content, privacy policies, or practices of third-party websites. Accessing linked sites is done at your own risk.

We welcome feedback regarding broken or inappropriate links.

Indemnification

By using this site, you agree to indemnify and hold harmless the Lewis Clark Animal Shelter, its employees, directors, officers, agents, licensors, and service providers from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, costs, or expenses — including reasonable attorney fees — arising from your violation of these Terms & Conditions or misuse of the website.

User Content & Participation

The Lewis Clark Animal Shelter does not actively monitor all user-generated content or communications submitted through the website and is not responsible for such content.

However, we reserve the right to remove or block any content that is determined to be:

• Abusive, defamatory, or obscene
• Fraudulent or misleading
• In violation of copyright, trademark, or intellectual property laws
• Offensive or otherwise inappropriate

Acceptable Use

Harassment, abusive language, impersonation, or unlawful activity on this website is strictly prohibited.

Users may not post or distribute content that is:

• Defamatory or threatening
• Obscene or abusive
• Invasive of privacy rights
• Illegal or harmful
• Intended to solicit commercial activity without authorization

Violation of these terms may result in restricted access to the website.

Policy Changes

The Lewis Clark Animal Shelter reserves the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions at any time without prior notice. Changes apply only to information collected after the revised policy date.

Questions & Feedback

We welcome your questions, comments, and concerns regarding privacy or website use. Please contact the Lewis Clark Animal Shelter with any feedback or inquiries.

Your Consent

By using this website, you consent to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions.