Privacy Policy

Effective Date: February 7, 2026

Lets Farm Financial Cooperative, Inc. (“LFFCI,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is a Georgia-based domestic nonprofit corporation dedicated to advancing charitable and educational purposes, including financial literacy programs, apprenticeships for beginning farmers, and support for sustainable agriculture. We are committed to protecting your privacy and safeguarding your personal information in compliance with applicable state and federal laws, including the Georgia Charitable Solicitations Act (O.C.G.A. Title 43, Chapter 17), the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) guidelines, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) where applicable, and other relevant regulations.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you visit our website at lffci.org (the “Website”), make donations, participate in our programs, or otherwise interact with us. By using our Website or services, you consent to the practices described in this Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use our Website or provide us with your information.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information that you voluntarily provide to us, as well as information automatically collected through your use of our Website. This may include:

• Personal Information: Such as your name, email address, postal address, phone number, payment information (processed securely via third-party providers like PayPal), and other details you provide when donating, registering for programs, subscribing to newsletters, or contacting us.
• Donor Information: Details related to contributions, including donation amounts and preferences, to facilitate charitable giving and comply with IRS reporting requirements for tax-exempt organizations under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.
• Program Participant Information: Information submitted for apprenticeships, educational modules, or certifications, such as employment history, educational background, or demographic data, to support our mission under U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) programs.
• Automatically Collected Information: Device information (e.g., IP address, browser type), usage data (e.g., pages visited, time spent), and cookies or similar tracking technologies to improve user experience and analyze Website traffic.
• Non-Personal Information: Aggregated or anonymized data that does not identify you individually.

We do not collect sensitive personal information (e.g., racial or ethnic origin, political opinions, religious beliefs) unless it is voluntarily provided and necessary for our programs, and only with your explicit consent.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information solely for legitimate nonprofit purposes, including:

• Processing donations and providing tax receipts in compliance with IRS guidelines
• Administering educational and apprenticeship programs, including USDA Beginning Farmer and Rancher Development Program (BFRDP) and DOL Registered Apprenticeship Programs
• Communicating with you about our activities, events, newsletters, or updates (you may opt out at any time)
• Improving our Website and services through analytics
• Complying with legal obligations, such as reporting under the Georgia Charitable Solicitations Act and federal tax laws
• Preventing fraud, ensuring security, and protecting our rights

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.

3. Sharing Your Information

We may share your information in limited circumstances:

• Service Providers: With trusted third parties (e.g., PayPal for payment processing, email service providers) who assist us in operations, bound by confidentiality agreements and compliant with data protection laws.
• Legal Compliance: If required by law, subpoena, or government request, including disclosures to the Georgia Secretary of State or IRS for charitable registration and tax-exempt status.
• Program Partners: With USDA, DOL, or other federal agencies for program administration, ensuring compliance with 7 U.S.C. § 3319f and 29 CFR Part 29.
• Platforms: With donation platforms like PayPal Giving Fund or Facebook Fundraising, solely for processing contributions and in accordance with their terms, which require us to protect donor privacy.
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or dissolution, subject to equivalent privacy protections.

We ensure all shared information is protected and used only for the specified purposes.

4. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse, in compliance with FTC standards and Georgia law. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected]. We will respond within a reasonable timeframe, typically 30–45 days.

6. Children’s Privacy

Our Website and services are not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13 without parental consent, in compliance with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA).

7. International Users

If you are outside the United States, your information may be transferred to and processed in the U.S., where data protection laws may differ. By using our Website, you consent to this transfer.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will post the revised Policy on our Website with the updated effective date. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance.

9. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact: