Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 04/02/2026
Organization: Somebody Cares Tampa Bay (SCTB)
Website: https://sctb.org

Somebody Cares Tampa Bay (“SCTB,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or interact with us, including through SMS communications.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

Personal Information

Name
Email address
Phone number
Mailing address
Any information you voluntarily provide through forms, donations, or event registrations

Automatically Collected Information

IP address
Browser type
Device information
Pages visited and usage data

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

Provide services, support, and resources
Process donations and registrations
Communicate updates, events, and outreach efforts
Send SMS notifications (if opted in)
Improve our website and services
Comply with legal obligations

3. Sharing of Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.

We may share information with:

Trusted service providers (such as payment processors and communication platforms like Twilio)
Legal authorities when required by law

4. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

5. Your Privacy Rights

You may:

Request access to your personal data
Request corrections or deletion
Opt out of communications at any time

To make a request, contact us at: [Insert Contact Email]

SMS Terms and Conditions

By providing your phone number and opting in, you consent to receive SMS messages from Somebody Cares Tampa Bay.

6. Types of Messages

You may receive messages related to:

Event reminders
Volunteer coordination
Donation updates
Community outreach and program information

7. Message Frequency

Message frequency may vary depending on your interaction with SCTB.

8. Message and Data Rates

Message and data rates may apply depending on your mobile carrier plan.

9. Opt-Out Instructions

You can opt out at any time by replying:

STOP

After opting out, you will no longer receive SMS messages from us.

10. Help Instructions

For help, reply:

HELP

Or contact us at:
727.536.2273

11. Consent and Opt-In
SMS consent is not shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing purposes
You will only receive messages if you have explicitly opted in
Consent is not a condition of any purchase or donation

12. Data Retention

We retain your information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law.

13. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external sites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices.

14. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy at any time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

15. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or SMS terms, please contact:

Somebody Cares Tampa Bay
Website: https://sctb.org
Phone: 727.536.2273