Privacy Policy

Effective Date: August 21, 2025

Am Yisrael Chai Fund (“we,” “our,” or “us”) respects the privacy of every donor, supporter, and visitor to our website, www.amyisroelchai.com and www.TheDreamRaffle.com. We are committed to protecting your personal information and ensuring transparency about how it is collected, used, and safeguarded.

By accessing or using our website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when you:

  • Make a donation
  • Purchase Dream Raffle tickets
  • Subscribe to newsletters or communications
  • Fill out forms on our website
  • Contact us directly

The types of personal information collected may include:

  • Name
  • Mailing address
  • Email address
  • Phone number
  • Payment details (processed securely through our payment providers)

We may also collect non-identifying information automatically, such as:

  • Browser type and operating system
  • Device information
  • IP address
  • Website usage statistics and pages visited (via cookies, log files, and analytics tools)

2. How We Collect Information

Information is collected in two ways:

  • Directly: When you voluntarily provide it through donations, purchases, forms, or communications.
  • Indirectly: Through cookies, analytics tools, and log files that help us improve our website functionality and user experience.

3. How We Use Your Information

The information you provide is used to:

  • Process donations, purchases, and event registrations
  • Provide donation receipts and order confirmations
  • Communicate updates, newsletters, and impact reports (if you opt in)
  • Respond to inquiries and requests
  • Improve our website and donor experience

4. Protection of Your Information

We take reasonable and appropriate measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. This includes SSL encryption, secure hosting, and restricted access to sensitive data. Payment transactions are encrypted and processed through secure third-party providers, and we do not store sensitive financial information on our servers.

5. Sharing of Information

We respect your trust and safeguard your privacy. Am Yisrael Chai Fund does not sell, rent, or share your personal information with any third party, organization, or individual outside of our fund. Your information is used solely for the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy and to support the mission of Am Yisrael Chai Fund.

We may, however, use trusted third-party service providers (such as payment processors, website hosting, and analytics services) to support our operations. These providers are only given the minimum necessary information to perform their services and are obligated to protect your data in accordance with applicable laws.

6. Email and Communication Preferences

If you choose to receive communications from us, you may unsubscribe at any time by following the instructions included in our emails or by contacting us directly.

7. Cookies and Website Tracking

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Enhance your browsing experience
  • Analyze site traffic
  • Understand user behavior

You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies; however, some parts of the site may not function properly without them.

8. Access, Update, or Delete Your Information

You may request access to, correction of, or deletion of the personal information we hold about you. You may also withdraw your consent for us to use your information at any time, subject to legal and contractual obligations. To make such a request, please contact us using the details below.

9. Children’s Privacy

Our website and services are not directed toward children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us so we may promptly remove it.

10. Third-Party Links

Our website may include links to third-party sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external websites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

11. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Effective Date.” Your continued use of our website after changes have been posted will signify your acceptance of those changes.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact us at:

Am Yisrael Chai Fund
📧 Email: Shmuel@AmYisraelChaiFund.org
📞 Phone: +1.718.717.2080
📬 Address: P.O. Box 241, Cedarhurst, NY 1151