Privacy Policy & Acknowledgement

1. Introduction

The Body of Christ – Missouri is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your data in alignment with our mission to serve Missouri communities through love, generosity, and service.

2. Information We Collect

Contact information (e.g., name, email, phone number, address)

Demographic information (e.g., ZIP code, volunteer preferences)

Donation history and preferences

Submitted aid or prayer requests

Photographs, videos, or testimonials (when submitted with consent)

3. How We Use Your Information

To match volunteers and donors with local needs

To process donations and provide receipts

To communicate updates, impact stories, and volunteer opportunities

To ensure safety, coordination, and follow-up for aid requests

To improve and evaluate our services and digital platforms

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell or rent your personal information.

Your data may be shared with verified volunteers or partner churches only to fulfill specific service tasks or aid delivery.

We may disclose your information if required by law or if necessary to protect the rights, property, or safety of our users or the public.

5. Your Rights and Choices

You may request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal data at any time.

You can opt out of communication emails by clicking 'unsubscribe' at the bottom of any message.

You may remain anonymous when submitting an aid or prayer request, though doing so may limit how we follow up.

6. Data Protection and Storage

We use secure servers, encrypted databases, and access controls to protect your information.

Only authorized staff and volunteers may access sensitive data, and only for approved purposes.

We retain personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purpose for which it was collected.

7. Consent and Acknowledgement

By submitting your information through our website, app, or staff/volunteer contact, you consent to the collection and use of your data as described in this policy.

You acknowledge that The Body of Christ – Missouri may update this policy and will notify you of significant changes.

8. Contact Information

If you have questions or concerns regarding this policy, please contact us at:

Email: info@thebodyofchristmissouri.org

Mail: 705 West Elm, Fayette, MO 65248

Director: Marci Innes