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Empowering Central Illinois Today, For a Better Tomorrow
Effective Date: May 19, 2026
The Lumina Project (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy and safeguarding the personal information you share with us through our website, www.theluminaproject.org.
This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have regarding your personal information.
Information We Collect
We may collect the following information when you interact with our website:
Personal Information You Provide:
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Name
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Email address
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Phone number
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Mailing address
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Donation information
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Information submitted through contact forms, volunteer forms, newsletter sign-ups, and event registrations
Automatically Collected Information:
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IP address
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Browser type and device information
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Pages visited and time spent on the website
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Referral source
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Cookies and similar technologies
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
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Respond to inquiries and provide support
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Process donations and issue tax receipts
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Register volunteers and event participants
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Send newsletters and updates (if you opt in)
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Improve our website and services
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Analyze website traffic and user engagement
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Comply with legal and regulatory obligations
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Promote our programs through online advertising
Donation Processing
Donations made through our website are processed securely by trusted third-party payment providers, such as Zeffy. We do not store your full credit card information on our servers.
Please review the privacy policies of these providers for more information about how they handle your data.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to:
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Remember user preferences
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Analyze website performance
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Measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns
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Deliver relevant advertisements
We may use tools such as Google Analytics and Google Ads to understand how visitors interact with our website.
You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies; however, some features of the site may not function properly.
Email Communications
If you subscribe to our newsletter or updates, we may send periodic emails about our programs, volunteer opportunities, events, and fundraising campaigns. You may unsubscribe at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in any email or by contacting us directly.
How We Share Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.
We may share information with:
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Payment processors
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Email and newsletter platforms
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Website hosting and analytics providers
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Advertising platforms
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Service providers who assist with operating our website and programs
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Government authorities when required by law
Data Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information. While we strive to protect your data, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure.
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party websites.
Children’s Privacy
Our website is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children without appropriate consent.
Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your location, you may have rights regarding your personal information, including the right to:
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Access the information we hold about you
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Request corrections
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Request deletion
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Opt out of marketing communications
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Limit certain uses of your information
To exercise these rights, contact us using the information below.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
The Lumina Project
Bloomington, Illinois, United States
Email: contact@theluminaproject.org
Website: www.theluminaproject.org