--- title: Privacy Statement - Kestra Medical Foundation --- [![Kestra\_Medical\_Foundation-Stacked-White-Logo-RGB](https://www.kestramedicalfoundation.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Kestra_Medical_Foundation-Stacked-White-Logo-RGB.png?width=160&height=75&name=Kestra_Medical_Foundation-Stacked-White-Logo-RGB.png "Kestra_Medical_Foundation-Stacked-White-Logo-RGB")](https://www.kestramedicalfoundation.org/?hsLang=en) - [Home](https://www.kestramedicalfoundation.org) - [Impact](https://www.kestramedicalfoundation.org/impact) - [Partners](https://www.kestramedicalfoundation.org/partners) - [Fire Response Grant Application](https://www.kestramedicalfoundation.org/foundation-grant) - [About Us](https://www.kestramedicalfoundation.org/about) - [Contact Us](https://www.kestramedicalfoundation.org/contact) [![Kestra\_Medical\_Foundation-Stacked-White-Logo-RGB](https://www.kestramedicalfoundation.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Kestra_Medical_Foundation-Stacked-White-Logo-RGB.png?width=160&height=75&name=Kestra_Medical_Foundation-Stacked-White-Logo-RGB.png "Kestra_Medical_Foundation-Stacked-White-Logo-RGB")](https://www.kestramedicalfoundation.org/?hsLang=en) - [Home](https://www.kestramedicalfoundation.org) - [Impact](https://www.kestramedicalfoundation.org/impact) - [Partners](https://www.kestramedicalfoundation.org/partners) - [Fire Response Grant Application](https://www.kestramedicalfoundation.org/foundation-grant) - [About Us](https://www.kestramedicalfoundation.org/about) - [Contact Us](https://www.kestramedicalfoundation.org/contact) [![Kestra Medical Foundation logo](https://www.kestramedicalfoundation.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Kestra_Medical_Foundation-Stacked-Logo-RGB.png?width=200&height=75&name=Kestra_Medical_Foundation-Stacked-Logo-RGB.png "Kestra Medical Foundation logo")](https://www.kestramedicalfoundation.org/?hsLang=en) - [Home](https://www.kestramedicalfoundation.org) - [Impact](https://www.kestramedicalfoundation.org/impact) - [Partners](https://www.kestramedicalfoundation.org/partners) - [Fire Response Grant Application](https://www.kestramedicalfoundation.org/foundation-grant) - [About Us](https://www.kestramedicalfoundation.org/about) - [Contact Us](https://www.kestramedicalfoundation.org/contact) ## Kestra Medical Foundation - Website Privacy Policy **Effective Date:** August 10, 2026 **PLEASE READ THIS PRIVACY STATEMENT CAREFULLY.** Your privacy is very important to us. This Privacy Statement tells you how we protect and use information that we gather through this Kestra Medical Foundation website. Kestra Medical Foundation and its affiliates also operate other websites. This Privacy Statement does not apply to any other Kestra websites. You should review the privacy statement posted on other Kestra websites when you visit them. This website and this Privacy Statement are intended for a U.S. audience. Kestra Medical Foundation (the “Foundation,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect information when you visit our website, make a donation, register for or attend an event, subscribe to our newsletter, communicate with us, or otherwise interact with our online services. # 1. Information We Collect We may collect information that you provide directly to us, information collected automatically when you use our website, and information from third-party service providers that help us operate our programs and services. - **Donations:** When you make a donation, we may collect your name, mailing address, email address, phone number, donation amount, donation history, employer matching information, dedication or tribute details, and payment-related information. Payment card or bank information is generally processed by our payment processor and may not be stored directly by the Foundation. - **Event registration:** When you register for events, we may collect your name, contact information, attendee names, accessibility or dietary requests, ticket or registration details, and other information needed to administer the event. - **Newsletter and communications:** When you subscribe to our newsletter or request updates, we may collect your name, email address, communication preferences, and engagement information such as email opens or clicks. - **Website usage information:** We may collect technical information such as IP address, browser type, device information, pages viewed, referring pages, time spent on the website, and general location information derived from your device or IP address. - **Communications with us:** If you contact us, we may collect the information you choose to provide, including your message, contact details, and any related records. # 2. How We Use Information We may use the information we collect to further our charitable mission, operate our website, communicate with supporters, and provide requested services. - Process donations, issue receipts, maintain donation records, and respond to donor inquiries. - Administer events, manage registrations, communicate event updates, and support attendee needs. - Send newsletters, fundraising appeals, program updates, event invitations, and other communications you have requested or that may be of interest to you. - Improve our website, programs, outreach, donor experience, event planning, and communications. - Maintain the security, integrity, and functionality of our website and systems. - Comply with legal, tax, accounting, reporting, and recordkeeping obligations. - Protect the rights, safety, and property of the Foundation, our donors, event attendees, partners, and others. # 3. Donations and Payment Processing Donations made through our website may be processed by third-party payment processors or fundraising platforms. These providers may collect and process payment information according to their own privacy policies and security practices. We use donation information to process gifts, provide confirmations and tax receipts, maintain donor records, recognize donors where appropriate, and communicate about our mission and programs. # 4. Grant Requests If you submit a grant inquiry, application, letter of interest, proposal, report, or related materials through our website or by other electronic means, we may collect information about you and your organization, including contact information, organizational details, tax-exempt status, program descriptions, funding requests, budgets, supporting documents, and other information needed to evaluate, administer, monitor, and report on grantmaking activities. We may use grant-related information to review eligibility, conduct due diligence, communicate about applications, make funding decisions, administer grants, comply with legal and tax obligations, maintain grant records, evaluate program impact, and share information with reviewers, advisors, auditors, service providers, and other parties involved in the grantmaking process. Unless otherwise stated, submitting a grant request does not guarantee funding. # 5. Events We use event registration information to manage attendance, send event confirmations and reminders, provide event access, accommodate attendee needs when possible, communicate changes, and evaluate event participation. If an event is co-hosted, sponsored, photographed, recorded, or managed through a third-party platform, additional notices may be provided at registration or at the event. # 6. Cookies and Similar Technologies Our website may use cookies, pixels, analytics tools, and similar technologies to remember preferences, understand website traffic, improve functionality, measure engagement, and support outreach. You can adjust your browser settings to refuse or delete cookies, but some website features may not function properly without them. For more information on what cookies are and how they work, please visit [https://allaboutcookies.org/](https://allaboutcookies.org/). # 7. How We Share Information We do not sell donor information for profit. We may share information in limited circumstances, including with service providers, partners, legal authorities, or other parties when necessary to operate our website and programs, fulfill our mission, or comply with legal obligations. - **Service providers:** Vendors that help us process donations, manage events, send newsletters, host our website, provide analytics, maintain databases, or support administrative functions. - **Event partners:** Co-hosts, venues, sponsors, or event platforms when needed to administer an event or provide event-related services. - **Legal and compliance purposes:** Government authorities, regulators, courts, auditors, or advisors when required by law or necessary to protect legal rights. - **Organizational changes:** In connection with a merger, reorganization, transfer of assets, or similar transaction involving the Foundation, consistent with applicable law. - **With your consent:** When you direct us or give us permission to share information. # 8. Data Retention We retain information for as long as reasonably necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, including to maintain donor and event records, comply with tax and accounting obligations, resolve disputes, enforce agreements, and support our nonprofit operations. Retention periods may vary depending on the type of information and applicable legal requirements. # 9. Security We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect information against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no website, system, or method of transmission is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security. Because no Internet transmission is ever 100% secure, you should take special care in deciding what information to transmit. # 10. Your Choices and Privacy Rights Depending on where you live, you may have rights to request access to, correction of, deletion of, or restriction of certain personal information, or to opt out of certain uses or disclosures. You may also unsubscribe from marketing emails at any time. To make a privacy request, please contact us using the information below. We may need to verify your identity before responding to a request. If we are subject to specific state privacy laws, such as laws applicable to certain residents of California or other states, we will provide any additional notices, rights, or opt-out mechanisms required by applicable law. # 11. Children’s Privacy Our website is not intended for children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without verifiable parental consent. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can take appropriate action. # 12. Third-Party Websites and Services Our website may include links to or integrations with third-party websites, platforms, or services, such as donation processors, event platforms, social media sites, or newsletter providers. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third parties, and their privacy policies govern their collection and use of information. # 13. International Visitors The Foundation is based in the United States, and information we collect may be processed and stored in the United States or other countries where our service providers operate. If you access our website from outside the United States, you understand that your information may be transferred to and processed in jurisdictions that may have different privacy protections than your location. # 14. Changes to This Privacy Policy We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. If we make changes, we will revise the effective date above and may provide additional notice as appropriate. Your continued use of our website after an updated policy is posted means you acknowledge the updated policy. **Most recent changes:** August 10, 2026 - Rebranding to Kestra Medical Foundation. - Standardized usage of the word “website.” - Added Grant Requests section. - Added Donations and Payment Processing section. # 15. Contact Us If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or would like to submit a privacy request, please use the Contact Us feature at the top of your screen or contact us at: Kestra Medical Foundation PO Box 196 Kirkland WA 98083 ![Kestra\_Medical\_Foundation-Stacked-White-Logo-RGB](https://www.kestramedicalfoundation.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Kestra_Medical_Foundation-Stacked-White-Logo-RGB.png?width=180&name=Kestra_Medical_Foundation-Stacked-White-Logo-RGB.png "Kestra_Medical_Foundation-Stacked-White-Logo-RGB") - [Terms of Use](https://www.kestramedicalfoundation.org/terms) - [Privacy Statement](https://www.kestramedicalfoundation.org/privacy) Copyright © 2026 Kestra Medical Foundation. All rights reserved. | 501(c)(3) Nonprofit Organization | EIN: 46-4965783