Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information when you visit our website or interact with our nonprofit organization. We are committed to safeguarding the privacy of the families and supporters we serve, including the children of military service members who have been killed or permanently injured.

By using our website, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

Information You Provide

We may collect personal information when you:

  • Complete an application for scholarships or assistance
  • Sign up for newsletters or updates
  • Submit a donation
  • Contact us through email or online forms

This information may include your name, email address, phone number, mailing address, and any additional information you choose to share.

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

  • IP address
  • Browser type
  • Device information
  • Pages visited
  • Basic analytics data

This information helps us improve our website and services.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use personal information to:

  • Review and process scholarship applications
  • Communicate with applicants, donors, and supporters
  • Send updates, newsletters, or organizational announcements
  • Improve our programs, website, and outreach
  • Comply with legal or reporting requirements

We do not sell or rent personal information to third parties.

3. How We Share Information

We may share information with:

  • Service providers who help us operate our website or process donations
  • Partner organizations involved in scholarship administration
  • Government agencies if required by law
  • All third parties are required to protect your information and use it only for the purposes we specify.

We do not share personal information for marketing by outside organizations.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies or similar tools to:

  • Improve functionality
  • Remember user preferences
  • Provide analytics about website traffic

You may disable cookies in your browser settings, though parts of the website may not function properly without them.

5. Data Security

We take reasonable steps to protect your information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no system can guarantee complete security.

6. Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent. Scholarship applicants under 18 must have a parent or guardian submit required information.

7. Links to Other Websites

Our website may include links to third-party sites. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of those websites.

8. Your Choices

You may:

  • Request that we update or correct your personal information
  • Opt out of newsletters or email communications
  • Ask for the removal of your information from our records, subject to legal obligations

To make a request, please contact us using the information below.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle personal information, please contact us at:

Corporal Christopher Kelly Willis Foundation
(We are located inside the Willis Law firm)

491 W. South Street
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
(269) 492-1040 phone
(269) 492-1042 fax