INFORMATION WE COLLECT

We may collect information that you voluntarily provide to us, including:

• Name

• Email address

• Phone number

• Mailing address

• Information submitted through contact forms

• Employment applications

• Tour requests

• Volunteer inquiries

• Donation information

• Child Development Center inquiries

• Any additional information you choose to provide when communicating with us
   

INFORMATION COLLECTED AUTOMATICALLY

When you visit our Website, certain information may be collected automatically, including:

• IP address

• Browser type

• Device information

• Operating system

• Pages visited

• Time spent on pages

• Referral websites

• General website usage information

This information helps us improve our Website, better understand visitor behavior, and enhance your experience.

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COOKIES AND TRACKING TECHNOLOGIES

Our Website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve functionality and analyze Website traffic.

Cookies help us:

• Remember user preferences

• Improve Website performance

• Understand how visitors use our Website

• Provide a better browsing experience

You may choose to disable cookies through your browser settings. Please note that some Website features may not function properly if cookies are disabled.

As our digital marketing efforts grow, we may also use services such as Google Analytics, Google Ads, or similar tools to better understand Website performance and improve communications with our community. These services may use cookies or similar technologies to collect anonymous usage information.
 

HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION

We use the information we collect to:

• Respond to your inquiries

• Process donations

• Process employment applications

• Schedule campus tours

• Provide requested information about our services

• Improve our Website and user experience

• Communicate with you regarding programs, services, events, or opportunities you have requested

• Comply with legal obligations

We will only use your personal information for the purposes for which it was collected unless otherwise required by law.
 

THIRD-PARTY SERVICES

Our Website may utilize trusted third-party service providers to operate certain features, including:

• Website hosting

• Online donations

• Interactive maps

• Employment applications

• Website analytics

• Email communications

These providers only receive the information necessary to perform their services and are expected to safeguard your information in accordance with their own privacy policies.
 

HOW WE SHARE YOUR INFORMATION

CARC does not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.

We may share your information only:

• With trusted service providers who assist in operating our Website or services

• To comply with legal obligations or court orders

• To protect the rights, safety, or property of CARC, our employees, our participants, or the public

• With your permission
   

DATA SECURITY

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to help protect the personal information we collect. While no method of internet transmission or electronic storage is completely secure, we strive to protect your information using industry-standard security practices.
 

DATA RETENTION

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and maintain appropriate business records.

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YOUR CHOICES

You may:

• Request access to the personal information you have provided to us

• Request corrections to inaccurate information

• Request deletion of your personal information, where applicable

• Opt out of marketing emails by using the unsubscribe link included in our emails

To make any of these requests, please contact us using the information below.

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LINKS TO OTHER WEBSITES

Our Website may contain links to third-party websites. CARC is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any sites you visit.

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CHILDREN'S PRIVACY

CARC's Website is intended for general audiences. We do not knowingly collect personal information online from children under the age of 13 without appropriate parental or guardian involvement. If you believe a child has submitted personal information through our Website, please contact us so we can promptly remove the information if appropriate.

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WEBSITE ACCESSIBILITY

CARC is committed to providing an accessible Website for all users. If you experience difficulty accessing any part of our Website or need assistance obtaining information, please contact us. We welcome your feedback as we continue improving accessibility.

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CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any updates will be posted on this page along with the revised effective date.

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CONTACT US

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact:

CARC, Inc.
902 W. Cherry Lane
Carlsbad, NM 88220

Phone: (575) 885-4615

Website: www.carcinc.org