
Houston Birthing Connection Privacy Policy
Effective Date: September 10, 2025
Houston Birthing Connection (“HBC,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) respects the privacy of our participants, donors, volunteers, and website visitors. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and share your personal information when you visit our website or engage with our programs.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following information:
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Personal Information: Name, email, phone number, mailing address, date of birth, or emergency contact (provided through intake forms, volunteer forms, or donation pages).
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Financial Information: Donation details such as billing address and payment information (processed securely through our third-party payment processor; HBC does not store credit card information).
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Non-Personal Information: Browser type, IP address, and usage data when you visit our website.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information collected to:
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Provide housing, training, and support services to participants.
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Process and acknowledge donations.
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Connect volunteers with opportunities.
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Communicate about programs, events, and impact updates.
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Improve and maintain our website and services.
3. Sharing of Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share information only in the following circumstances:
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With trusted service providers (e.g., donation processors, email services) who help us operate our programs and website.
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When required by law or legal process.
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To protect the rights, safety, or property of HBC, our participants, or the community.
4. Data Security
We take reasonable precautions to safeguard your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
5. Your Rights
You have the right to:
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Request access to the personal information we hold about you.
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Request correction or deletion of your information.
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Opt out of receiving marketing or fundraising communications.
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information below.
6. Third-Party Links
Our website may include links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those site.
7. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The revised version will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
8. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our practices, please contact us at:
Houston Birthing Connection
📧 Email: tjames@houstonbirthingconnection.org
📞 Phone: 832-308-0776
📍 Address: 503 Rosen Ave. Arcola, Texas 77583