Privacy Policy
Last updated: March 24, 2026
Welcome to SeriousFun Children’s Network. Protecting your personal information and respecting your privacy is of utmost importance to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information, as well as your rights and choices under applicable data protection laws. By using our website, you consent to the practices described herein.
Compliance with Data Protection Laws
SeriousFun Children’s Network is committed to protecting your personal information in accordance with applicable data protection laws, including but not limited to:
Regardless of where you are located, we take appropriate measures to ensure your data is handled lawfully and transparently. For more information about your rights under these laws, refer to the Your Rights and Choices section below.
What Information We Collect and How We Collect It
Definition of Personal Information
“Personal information” refers to any information that identifies or can be used to identify an individual, either directly or indirectly. Examples include names, email addresses, location data, online identifiers, and other attributes linked to an individual’s identity.
1. Information you provide to us
Event Registration
When registering for events such as the Campfire Bash or Benefit Galas, we may collect the following:
* Sponsorship level and monetary support details
* Name, mailing address, email address, and telephone number
* Payment information (e.g., card type, number, expiration date, and security code)
* Free-form comments for event staff (not shared publicly)
* Optional preferences for receiving updates about SeriousFun projects and fundraising activities
Donations
When you choose to donate to SeriousFun, your transaction may be processed through a trusted third-party payment platform. Depending on the platform used, we may collect the following information necessary to facilitate and acknowledge your donation:
* Donation details, including amount and frequency (one-time or recurring)
* Donor information, such as your name, email address, and mailing address
* Payment details, processed securely via a trusted third-party platform (e.g., PayPal or JustGiving), subject to their privacy policies
* Optional preferences, such as anonymity, tribute information, and acknowledgment preferences
Emails and Newsletters
When subscribing to our emails or newsletters, we collect your name, email address, and, in some cases, your mailing address if you request SeriousFun-branded items. This information allows us to respond to your inquiries, provide updates about our programs, and share information tailored to your interests. You may opt out at any time using the “unsubscribe” link included in all communications.
2. Information collected automatically
We also collect certain data automatically through technologies such as cookies. Cookies help us monitor site performance and validate user sessions, track pages visited and links clicked, and recognize returning visitors. When you first visit our site, you will be prompted to choose whether or not you will allow this information to be tracked during your current and future visits.
How We Use Your Information
We may use your personal information for the following purposes:
* To process event registrations, donations, or other transactions
* To communicate with you about your inquiries, contributions, or participation
* To send updates about SeriousFun’s activities and initiatives, with your consent
* To comply with legal, regulatory, or auditing obligations
We only collect and use personal information for legitimate purposes, as required by law or as described in this Privacy Policy.
How We Use Email and Website Data Together
When you engage with our emails or website, we may connect those interactions to better understand how people engage with our mission and to improve your experience.
This may include:
* Tracking when emails are opened and which links are clicked
* Identifying when a visitor arrives on our website through an email link
* To send updates about SeriousFun’s activities and initiatives, with your consent
* Associating website activity with information you have previously provided, such as when you complete a form or make a donation
We use this information to:
* Improve the relevance and timing of our communications
* Understand which content is most meaningful to our community
* Provide a more personalized and consistent experience across our channels
We may use aggregated and individual engagement data to inform audience segmentation, campaign performance analysis, and donor stewardship efforts.
We work with trusted third-party providers, including email and fundraising platforms, to support these efforts. These providers process data on our behalf in accordance with their privacy and security practices.
You can opt out of email tracking at any time by disabling images in your email client or unsubscribing from our communications using the link in your email.
Data Retention
We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected or as required by law. Once data is no longer needed, it will be securely deleted or anonymized.
Information Sharing
We do not share your personal information without your consent, except:
* To fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, such as processing payments through third-party platforms
* To comply with legal or regulatory obligations
Any third parties handling your data are required to adhere to the terms of this Privacy Policy and applicable data protection laws. We do not sell or rent your personal information to advertisers or other third parties.
Third-Party Websites
Our website may contain links to third-party sites, such as camp websites or social media platforms. Once you navigate away from our site, this Privacy Policy no longer applies. Please review the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.
International Data Transfers
If we transfer your personal information across jurisdictions, we take appropriate measures to ensure it is protected in accordance with this Privacy Policy and applicable laws, regardless of the destination.
Information Security
We implement industry-standard safeguards to protect your personal information, including:
* Encryption via SSL for online transactions
* Secure storage of payment data in compliance with PCI-DSS standards
If you have any questions regarding the security of your credit card donation online, please
Email info@seriousfun.org, or call 203.562.1203 for more information.
Your Rights and Choices
You have the following rights regarding your personal information:
Access and Correction
You may request access to your personal information and correct inaccuracies. Verification of your identity may be required.
Data Portability
You may request a copy of your personal information or have it transferred to a third party, where technically feasible.
Deletion
You may request the deletion of your personal information under certain conditions, such as when the data is no longer necessary for the purposes it was collected. Exceptions may apply, including compliance with legal obligations.
This right will not apply where continued processing of your personal information is
necessary for:
Objection and Restriction
You may request that we restrict or cease certain processing of your personal information. If you have concerns about how your data is handled, you may contact us or file a complaint with your local data protection authority.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details below.
Children
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If a child contacts us via email, their information is not retained or used for further contact.
Use of Links, Text and Images
Our website may contain links to external websites or servers with content that may be of interest to visitors. Please note that SeriousFun Children’s Network does not assume responsibility for the views, accuracy, or policies of these external websites.
You may create a text link from your website to ours without seeking prior permission. If you have a link you’d like us to consider adding to our website, please email info@seriousfun.org with the subject line “Link Request.”
If you wish to publish or use content from our website, such as text or images, please contact us at info@seriousfun.org for permission. Where content is posted with the original copyright holder’s permission, a copyright statement appears at the bottom of the page. For information about using SeriousFun’s logo or images, please refer to our Media Kit.
Accessibility
We strive to make our website accessible to all users, including those with disabilities. For suggestions or feedback on accessibility, please contact us at info@seriousfun.org.
Contact Us
For questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, contact us at:
SeriousFun Children’s Network
230 East Ave, Suite 107
Norwalk, CT 06855
USA
Email us at info@seriousfun.org
Policy Updates
We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be posted on this page, and consent will be obtained where legally required. This Privacy Policy was last updated on 3/24/26.