Triumph of Hope Foundation (hereinafter referred to as “we”, “us”, or “the Foundation”), a Section 8 non-profit company incorporated under the Companies Act, 2013 on December 5, 2025 (CIN: U88100MH2025NPL462063), with its registered office at C/o Aruna Dharmveer Vaidhya, Kalimatitha, Kalimati, Amgaon, Gondia – 441902, Maharashtra, India, is committed to protecting the privacy and security of personal information collected from donors, volunteers, beneficiaries, website visitors, and other stakeholders.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, store, and protect personal data in compliance with applicable Indian laws, including the Information Technology Act, 2000 (as amended), the Information Technology (Reasonable Security Practices and Procedures and Sensitive Personal Data or Information) Rules, 2011, and the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDP Act) along with its associated rules (to the extent notified and applicable). As a non-profit organization focused on social welfare, education, health, hygiene, environmental sustainability, and community development, we process personal data only for lawful purposes aligned with our charitable objectives as stated in our Memorandum of Association.

1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of personal information:
– Contact and Identification Details: Name, email address, phone number, postal address, date of birth (where relevant), and government-issued ID details (e.g., PAN, Aadhaar where voluntarily provided for compliance).
– Donation-Related Information: Payment details (processed securely through third-party gateways; we do not store full card/CVV information), donation amount, frequency, and tax-exemption certificates (e.g., for 80G purposes, if applicable in future).
– Volunteer and Program Information: Skills, availability, background details, photographs/videos from events (with consent), and participation records.
– Website and Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, time/date of access, and cookies (for analytics and functionality).
– Sensitive Personal Data (where applicable and with explicit consent): Health-related information (e.g., in beneficiary programs), financial details for grants, or biometric data (only if strictly necessary and compliant).

We collect this information directly from you (via forms, emails, donations, volunteer registrations, or events) or indirectly through third-party service providers (e.g., payment gateways, email platforms).

2. Purpose of Collection and Use
We use your personal information solely for the following lawful purposes consistent with our non-profit objects:
– Processing donations, issuing receipts, and maintaining donor records.
– Managing volunteer participation, communication, and program coordination.
– Communicating updates, newsletters, event invitations, impact reports, and fundraising appeals.
– Complying with statutory obligations (e.g., Income Tax, NGO Darpan, Companies Act requirements).
– Improving our website, services, and programs through analytics (anonymized where possible).
– Ensuring the safety and effectiveness of our community welfare initiatives.

We do not use your data for marketing unrelated third-party products or for any commercial profit.

3. Consent
We obtain your consent before collecting or processing your personal data (where required under law), except where processing is necessary for legal compliance, performance of a contract (e.g., donation processing), or legitimate interests (e.g., essential communications). You may withdraw consent at any time by contacting us, subject to legal retention requirements.

4. Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share it only:
– With trusted service providers (e.g., payment processors, cloud storage, email services) who are bound by confidentiality and security obligations.
– With government authorities if required by law (e.g., for tax compliance or audits).
– In aggregated/anonymized form for impact reporting or grant applications.
– In the event of merger, acquisition, or legal requirement.

International transfers (if any) will comply with applicable laws and adequate safeguards.

5. Data Security
We implement reasonable security practices and procedures, including encryption, access controls, firewalls, and regular reviews, to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration, in line with the IT Act, SPDI Rules, and DPDP Act requirements.

6. Data Retention
We retain personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined above, comply with legal obligations (e.g., donation records for tax purposes), or resolve disputes. After this period, data is securely deleted or anonymized.

7. Your Rights
Subject to applicable laws (including DPDP Act), you have the right to:
– Access, correct, or update your personal information.
– Withdraw consent or request deletion (subject to legal exceptions).
– Lodge a grievance with us or the relevant authority.

To exercise these rights, contact our Grievance Officer (details below).

8. Cookies and Tracking
Our website may use cookies for essential functions and analytics. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.

9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with the updated date. Continued use of our services/website constitutes acceptance.

10. Contact Us / Grievance Officer
For any questions, concerns, or to exercise your rights, please contact:
Grievance Officer
Triumph of Hope Foundation
Email: triumphofhopefoundation@gmail.com
Phone: +91 9158846032
Address: C/o Aruna Dharmveer Vaidhya, Kalimatitha, Kalimati, Amgaon, Gondia – 441902, Maharashtra, India

We will respond to your requests in a timely manner as per law.

This Privacy Policy is effective as of January 01, 2026.
Thank you for trusting Triumph of Hope Foundation with your information as we work together to create positive social impact.