Privacy Policy

Last Updated: December 1, 2025

RYSR, Inc. (“RYSR,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to respecting the privacy rights of all individuals who interact with our organization, including supporters, donors, and website users. This Privacy Policy outlines the measures we take to safeguard your privacy and describes our practices for collecting, using, maintaining, protecting, and disclosing personal information. This policy applies to the website located at www.RYSR.org and other websites, mobile applications, and digital services owned or operated by RYSR (collectively, the “RYSR Services”), as well as to all online services and software RYSR offers. By engaging with RYSR Services, you signify your acceptance of this Privacy Policy. RYSR may update this Privacy Policy from time to time with or without notice to you. When we change the policy in a material way, a notice will be posted on our website along with the updated Privacy Policy.

What Information Does RYSR Collect?

RYSR collects and stores your personal information only when you provide it to us. This includes, but is not limited to, your name, email address, postal address, phone number, donation details, and other information that can be used to identify you. This information is typically collected when you donate to RYSR, fill out a web form, subscribe to newsletters, or engage with our services.

  • Personal Information: When you donate or submit information through forms, your donation is processed by a third-party service provider, and RYSR does not store your credit card data. Other donation-related information (e.g., name, address, donation amount) is transmitted to RYSR via a secure connection and stored in our customer relationship management (“CRM”) system.
  • Non-Personal Information: We may also collect non-personal information automatically as you use the RYSR Services. This includes browser type, device type, operating system, IP address, referring URLs, pages visited, and other usage data. We use this information to personalize your experience, enhance our services, and prevent fraudulent activity.
  • SMS-Related Information: If you opt in to receive text messages from RYSR, we collect your phone number and your consent to receive SMS communications. This information is collected when you provide it through a web form, donation process, or other opt-in mechanism on the RYSR Services.

How Do I Withdraw My Consent?

Where you have given consent to the processing of your personal information, you may withdraw it at any time by emailing us at 888-488-7977 or using the unsubscribe options provided in our communications. Withdrawal of consent will not affect the lawfulness of any processing previously conducted based on your consent.

What Does RYSR Do with Your Personal Information?

Your personal information is used to:

  • Provide and improve the RYSR Services.
  • Process donations, respond to inquiries, and fulfill requests.
  • Communicate with you about your interactions with us, service updates, or features of the RYSR Services.
  • Shorten your donation process and allow you to check donation status online via a secure server.

Does RYSR Share Any Personal Information It Collects with Outside Parties?

RYSR takes your privacy seriously and does not trade or sell your personal information to third parties, nor do we send donor mailings on behalf of other organizations. However, we may share your personal data with trusted third parties who assist us in operating our services, including:

  • Managing websites and databases with service providers obligated to maintain confidentiality.
  • Marketing, donation processing, data analysis, customer service, and resource distribution.

These third parties are contractually required to process your information in compliance with applicable laws and this Privacy Policy. We may also disclose information as required by law, subpoena, court order, or when we believe disclosure is necessary to protect the safety or security of any person or property.

Does RYSR Safeguard My Personal Information?

RYSR has implemented reasonable security measures to protect against unauthorized access, use, modification, destruction, or disclosure of your personal information. Your data is stored within a secure network, accessible only by designated staff for the purposes for which it was provided. If your username or password is lost, stolen, or used without permission, promptly notify us at 888-488-7977, and we will update our records accordingly.

How Does RYSR Use My Contact Information?

Your email address is used to identify your account, process donations, and communicate with you about your interactions with RYSR or service updates. We may also notify you of important functionality changes to the RYSR Services. To opt out of promotional emails, click the “Unsubscribe” link at the bottom of any email and follow the instructions.

Does RYSR Use Cookies?

RYSR uses cookies and similar tracking technologies (e.g., web beacons, tags, scripts) to understand user behavior, measure the effectiveness of web searches and ads, and customize content. Information collected by cookies is treated as anonymous unless combined with personal information or considered personal data under local law (e.g., IP addresses). We use cookies to track visitor activity and enhance our websites.

Your Consumer Rights

You have the following rights, exercisable free of charge:

  • Access, rectify, erase, or restrict the processing of your personal data.
  • Withdraw consent or opt out of processing, including for direct marketing.
  • Receive your data in a structured, standard format or have it transmitted to a third party where feasible.
  • Object at any time to the processing of personal data for direct marketing purposes.

To exercise these rights, contact us at 888-488-7977 or Attn:Pat Stuart 83 Dunbarton Farm Road, Suite 107, Blue Ridge, Georgia 30513. Additionally, you may complain to the competent data protection authority regarding the processing of your personal information.

How Long Does RYSR Store My Personal Information?

RYSR retains your personal data for as long as reasonably necessary to fulfill the purpose(s) for which it was collected, comply with legal obligations (e.g., statutes of limitation), or support normal business operations. Retention periods are based on the amount, nature, and sensitivity of the data, potential risks, and legal requirements. After the retention period, your data will be deleted or, if technically infeasible, safeguarded to prevent further use.

Third-Party Links

The RYSR Services may link to third-party websites (e.g., social media platforms). We are not responsible for their privacy practices or content. Review their policies before providing personal information.

Information From Children

RYSR does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If we learn we have collected such data, we will delete it promptly. Parents or guardians may request corrections or deletions by contacting 888-488-7977. To protect the child’s privacy and security, we may require you to take certain steps or provide additional information to verify your identity before we provide any information or make corrections.

Transfer of Information

RYSR is headquartered in the United States, and our databases are located here. If you are a resident of a country other than the United States and provide us with your information, you consent to the transfer of your data into the United States. For individuals in the EU/UK, your personal data may be transferred to the United States, which is outside the EU/UK. When we transfer your data outside the EU/UK, we endeavor to ensure your data is processed only in countries that provide an adequate level of protection for your data or where the recipient provides appropriate safeguards, such as model contract clauses, binding corporate rules or mechanisms like the EU-U.S. Privacy Shield framework.

Governing Law

This Privacy Policy and your use of the RYSR Services are governed by the laws of the State of Georgia, USA.