Effective Date: MAY 11, 2026

1. Introduction

The 72 Fund (“we,” “us,” “our”) is a charitable foundation that develops and invests in programs and initiatives that support and advance women, youth, and healthy minds, both locally and globally.

As an organization entrusted with Personal Information from those who visit our website (“Site”), we recognize our responsibility to protect the privacy and security of the Personal Information we collect. For purposes of this policy, Personal Information means information relating to an identified or identifiable natural person. We value your trust, and we understand the importance of protecting your privacy. We want to make sure that you understand how your information is collected and used by us and when and how we may share it with our third-party partners. Our commitment to privacy extends beyond mere legal compliance; it reflects our value for transparency, integrity, and respect for the individuals and communities we serve.

This privacy policy (“Privacy Policy”) describes the information that we collect on or through this Site, including when and how we collect it; how we use it; with whom we may share it; and what choices you have regarding our use of your information.

By accessing or providing your information to us via the Site, you accept and agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

 

2. Personal Information We Collect

2.1. Information You Provide to Us

We may collect Personal Information that you voluntarily provide to us through our Site, such as when you:

• Register to participate in one of our programs or events
• Inquire for funding
• Choose to receive updates or other information from us
• Seek to receive more information about us
• Apply for employment
• Contact us with inquiries or feedback

The types of Personal Information we may collect include:

• Identity information (for example, name, date of birth, gender, organization affiliation, professional title)
• Contact information (for example, email address, mailing address, telephone number)
• Financial information (for example, bank account information)
• Employment information (for example, employment history, qualifications, references)
• Demographic information (for example, age, nationality)
• Communications preferences
• Other information you choose to provide
• Personal Information about third parties. If you disclose any Personal Information about others, such as recipients of grant funds, you confirm that you have the authority to do so and permit us to use the information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

2.2. Information We Collect Automatically

We may also automatically collect certain information about your visits to our Site, such as:

• IP address and geographic location
• Browser type and version
• Operating system
• Device information
• Navigation patterns, webpages visited
• Referring website or source
• Dates and times
• Time spent on pages
• Actions taken on our Site

We may use third–party analytics services to evaluate your use of the Site, analyze performance metrics, and compile reports on activity. These third parties may use cookies and other technologies to help analyze and provide us with the data. These technologies help us analyze website traffic, customize content, measure effectiveness, and provide a more personalized experience.

By accessing and using the Site, you consent to the processing of data about you by these analytics providers in the manner and for the purposes described in this Privacy Policy. Should you opt out of any third-party analytics service, you may not be able to use the full functionality of the Site.

We currently use the following analytics provider: Google Analytics. You may visit its website to learn more about this provider and, if available, how to opt-out from its analytics collection.

2.3. Information from Third Parties

In some cases, we may receive Personal Information about you from third parties, such as:

• Other organizations with whom we collaborate
• Social media platforms when you interact with our content or grant us permission
• References provided for employment applications
• Service providers, consultants, or vendors providing services to us

2.4. Links to Third Parties

Our Site may contain links to third‑party websites, services, or resources that are not owned or controlled by The 72 Fund. These links are provided for your convenience and informational purposes only.

We do not endorse, monitor, or have any control over the content, privacy practices, or policies of these external sites, and we are not responsible for how they collect, use, or share your information. We encourage you to review the privacy policies and terms of use of any third‑party site you visit, as their practices may differ from ours.

 

3. How We Use Your Personal Information

We may use the Personal Information we collect for the following purposes:

• To maintain accurate records about our grant recipients, program and event participants, and community
• To process and disburse grants
• To administer and inform our grants, programs, events, strategies, and other activities
• To improve our grantmaking, programs, events, and other operations
• To develop updates about our activities
• To develop articles and other resources regarding issues related to our charitable mission
• To respond to your inquiries
• To conduct surveys and gather feedback
• To share stories and updates about you, with your permission
• To improve and enhance our website functionality and user experience
• To analyze website usage patterns and trends
• To diagnose technical problems and maintain security
• To comply with applicable legal and regulatory requirements
• To comply with court orders, subpoenas, or legal processes served on us
• To enforce our legal rights
• To carry out other purposes disclosed at the time of collection or otherwise compatible with our charitable purposes and applicable law

We use your Personal Information for the purposes for which we collect it unless we reasonably consider that we need to use it for another comparable purpose.

 

4. How We Share Your Personal Information

4.1. Service Providers & Partners

We may share your Personal Information with carefully vetted third-party service providers and partners who help us operate our Site or support our activities. We hold these third parties accountable to keep your Personal Information confidential. These service providers are otherwise subject to their own privacy policies.

4.2. Legal Disclosures

We may disclose your Personal Information when required by law or in the following circumstances:

• To comply with a legal obligation, court order, or valid legal process
• To respond to requests from government authorities
• To protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property
• To enforce our terms of service or other agreements
• To detect, prevent, or investigate fraud, security breaches, or other illegal activities
• With your explicit consent

4.3. No Sale of Personal Information

We do not sell or otherwise disclose your Personal Information to any third parties for their own marketing purposes. We only share information with third parties pursuant to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

 

5. Your Privacy Rights & Choices

We operate in the United States, and our Site is intended for our United States community.

5.1. Access, Correction, & Deletion

In certain states and other jurisdictions, you have specific rights, subject to some limitations. These rights include:

• Access to your Personal Information that we maintain, including obtaining a copy
• Correction of inaccurate or incomplete Personal Information
• Ability to request deletion of your Personal Information

To exercise these rights, please refer to the contact information provided below. We will respond to your request in a timely manner. We may request information to confirm your identity and/or to confirm that you are authorized to make the request on behalf of another person.

5.2. Cookie Preferences

You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.

5.3. California Residents

As a non-profit organization we are not subject to the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). However, this section describes how we value your privacy rights and choices.

6. Data Security & Retention

6.1. Security Measures

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect the Personal Information we collect and store. However, no method is 100% secure, we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your Personal Information. We encourage you to be cautious when sharing sensitive information online.

6.2. Data Retention

We will retain your Personal Information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. 

6.3. Data Breach Notification

In the event of a data breach that compromises the security of your Personal Information, we will notify you and relevant authorities as required by applicable law.

 

7. Children’s Privacy

Our Site is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect Personal Information from children under 13 without parental consent.

 

8. Changes to this Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy at any time. We will post any changes on our Site and indicate the effective date.

 

9. How to Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or the handling of your Personal Information, please contact us at:

The 72 Fund
Attn: Choate Hall & Stewart, Geoffrey Mason

Two International Place

Boston, MA 02110

Email: info@the72fund.org
Web: https://www.the72fund.org/