Who We Are
The Diaspora Outreach Developments Foundation Incorporated (DODFI) was established on June 18th, 2019, in Atlanta, Georgia as a non-profit organization with a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status.
DODFI aims to raise funds and foster financial support for various institutions and projects. In July 2023, DODFI further expanded its reach by registering as an international NGO in Kenya.
Our website address is https://dodfincorp.org/.
What personal data we collect and why we collect it:
- Donations and Funding – When you choose to support DODFI by making donations or contributing to our funding initiatives, we may collect personal information such as your name, contact details, and payment information. This data is used to process your contribution, provide you with donation receipts, and keep you informed about the impact of your support.
- Newsletter and Communications – If you subscribe to our newsletter or engage in communications with DODFI, we may collect your email address and other relevant contact information. This information is used to keep you updated on our projects, events, and activities.
- Events and Programs – When you register for DODFI events or programs through our website, we may collect necessary information to facilitate your participation. This may include your name, contact details, and any other information relevant to the specific event or program.
- Website Analytics – We use analytics tools to gather information about the use of our website, including but not limited to, IP addresses, browser types, and pages visited. This data helps us improve the user experience and understand how visitors interact with our online content.
- Cookies – Our website may use cookies to enhance your browsing experience. You have the option to accept or decline these cookies. Cookies are used to store information such as your preferences and assist in providing a more personalized experience.
By visiting www.dodfincorp.org you acknowledge that you have read and understood the processes and policies referred to in this Privacy Notice and consent to our data collection, use, sharing and processing practices as set forth in this Privacy Notice.
The Personal Information We Collect:
Depending on the type of communication or transaction, we may collect and process the following personal data:
- name
- gender
- date of birth
- postal address
- telephone numbers
- organization name
- email address
- credit card, bank information or billing information
With regard to each of your visits to the DODFI website we will automatically collect the following information:
- Technical information
- Information about your visit
- Location information
- Personal data we collect from others – this is information we receive about you.
- Non-personal data – We collect information that is sent to us automatically by your web browser and we may use this information to generate aggregate statistics about visitors to the DODFI website, including, without limitation:
- IP addresses
- Browser type and plug-in details
- Device type (e.g. Desktop, laptop, tablet, phone, etc.)
- Operating system
- Local time zone
We may use Non-personal Data for various business purposes such as providing customer service, fraud prevention, market research, and improving our Site. Please check your web browser if you want to learn what information your browser sends or how to change your settings.
How we use your data
DODFI uses the collected data for the following purposes:
- To process and acknowledge donations and funding contributions.
- To send newsletters, updates, and relevant information about DODFI’s activities.
- To facilitate your participation in DODFI events and programs.
- To analyze website usage and improve our online content.
- To comply with legal and tax-exempt obligations.
How we protect your data
DODFI is committed to ensuring the security of your personal information. We implement appropriate measures to safeguard against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction of your data.
Data retention
We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this privacy policy unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.
Your rights
You have the right to:
- Access the personal information we hold about you.
- Correct any inaccuracies in your personal information.
- Withdraw your consent for processing your data.
- Request the deletion of your personal information, subject to legal and tax-exempt obligations.
To exercise these rights or for any privacy-related inquiries, please contact us at info@dodfincorp.org.
Changes to this Privacy Policy
DODFI may update this privacy policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal and regulatory reasons. Please check this page periodically for updates.
Contact information
For any questions or concerns regarding this privacy policy, please contact us at info@dodfincorp.org.
Last updated: [10/21/2024]