Last updated: October 2025
At Chicago Native Garden Projects (CNGP), we believe transparency is part of sustainability. Just as we care for native ecosystems, we care about your trust. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit our website or interact with us online.
1. Who We Are
Chicago Native Garden Projects is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Chicago, Illinois.
Our mission is to transform urban spaces into thriving habitats for native plants and pollinators while inspiring environmental stewardship and community collaboration.
If you have any questions about this policy or your data, please contact us at:
📧 info@chicagonativegarden.org
2. Information We Collect
We collect personal information only when it’s necessary to serve our mission and engage with our community. This may include:
- Contact details — your name, email address, and phone number if you fill out a Givebutter form, contact form, or email us directly.
- Donation information — when you make a donation via Givebutter, payment details are securely processed by Givebutter and/or its payment partners (such as Stripe or PayPal). CNGP does not store your payment information.
- Website usage data — anonymous analytics about how visitors use our site (e.g., which pages are viewed and how long visitors stay). We do not currently use Google Analytics, but may do so in the future.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use this information to:
- Respond to messages, questions, and volunteer inquiries
- Process and acknowledge donations
- Send updates about events, activities, and opportunities (if you opt in)
- Improve our website and communication efforts
We do not sell, rent, or trade personal information to anyone.
4. Cookies and Similar Technologies
Our website uses cookies to improve performance and user experience.
Cookies help us:
- Keep the website functioning properly
- Understand how visitors interact with our pages
- Maintain donation and contact forms
You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Our cookie banner allows you to accept or manage cookie preferences.
5. Third-Party Services
We work with trusted third parties who help us run our website and support our mission, including:
- Givebutter (donations and contact forms)
- DreamHost (web hosting and email services)
- Google Analytics (if activated in the future)
These providers process data according to their own privacy policies and comply with applicable privacy laws.
6. Data Security
We use SSL encryption and secure servers to protect your information. Access to personal data is limited to authorized members of our organization who need it to carry out their duties.
7. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Request a copy of your personal information we hold
- Ask us to correct or delete your information
- Withdraw consent for communications or data use
To exercise these rights, email us at info@chicagonativegarden.org.
8. Links to Other Websites
Our website may include links to partner sites, news outlets, or social media. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of other websites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies when visiting them.
9. Policy Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect new practices or legal requirements. Any updates will be posted on this page with a new “Last Updated” date.
10. Contact Us
For any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact:
📧 info@chicagonativegarden.org
🌿 Chicago Native Garden Projects
Chicago, Illinois USA