Mary Erickson Community Housing Privacy Policy

Effective Date: June 2026

Mary Erickson Community Housing (“MECH,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to providing affordable housing and supporting working families in Southern California. We are committed to protecting the privacy of everyone who visits our website at www.maryerickson.org or contacts us for information about our programs.

This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and how we protect it.

1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:

  • Information you provide voluntarily:
    Your name, email address, and phone number when you contact us through our website
  • Mailing address or other details when you request housing information
  • Payment information when you make a donation (processed securely through our third-party payment provider)
  • Information submitted through event registrations or program inquiries. MECH does not store credit card information.

Information collected automatically:

  • Basic website usage data such as pages visited and time spent on the site
  • Browser type and device information
  • IP address (used only for security and analytics purposes)

2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect only for legitimate nonprofit purposes, including:

  • Responding to your inquiries about housing, programs, or events
  • Processing donations and sending donation receipts or acknowledgment letters
  • Sending updates about our programs, events, and fundraising activities (only if you have opted in)
  • Maintaining waitlists and communicating with applicants for our housing programs
  • Improving our website and communications

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to any third party.

3. Donations and Payment Processing
Donations made through our website are processed by a third-party payment provider. We do not store your credit card or banking information on our servers. All payment data is encrypted and handled in accordance with industry security standards. You will receive a confirmation of your donation for tax purposes, as MECH is a registered 501(c)(3) organization.

4. Email Communications
If you provide your email address, we may send you newsletters, event invitations, or updates about our work. You may unsubscribe from these communications at any time by clicking the “Unsubscribe” link in any email or by contacting us directly at sandra@maryerickson.org.
We will never share your email address with outside organizations for their own marketing purposes.

5. Cookies and Website Analytics
Our website may use cookies — small text files stored on your device — to improve your browsing experience. We may also use basic analytics tools (such as Google Analytics) to understand how visitors use our site. This data is aggregated and anonymous; it does not identify you personally.
You may disable cookies through your browser settings. Doing so may affect some website functionality.

6. How We Protect Your Information
We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. These include:

  • Using secure (HTTPS) connections on our website
  • Limiting access to personal information to staff who need it to carry out their duties
  • Working only with reputable third-party vendors who maintain appropriate data security practices

However, no method of data transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to external websites, such as partner organizations or payment processors. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

8. Children’s Privacy
Our website is not directed to children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us and we will promptly delete it.

9. Your Rights and Choices
You have the right to:

  • Request access to the personal information we hold about you
  • Ask us to correct inaccurate information
  • Request that we delete your information, subject to any legal or program obligations
  • Opt out of email communications at any time

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information below.

10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will post the revised policy on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

11. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

Mary Erickson Community Housing
24681 La Plaza Drive, Suite 240
Dana Point, CA 92629
Phone: (949) 369-5419
Email: sandra@maryerickson.org
Website: www.maryerickson.org

Mary Erickson Community Housing is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.