Last Updated: November 2025

EmpowerHer Foundation (“we”, “our”, or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy and safeguarding the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you visit our website empowerherfoundation.co.ke or when you make a donation through our online donation system.

By accessing our website or donating to EmpowerHer Foundation, you consent to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.


1. Information We Collect

When you make a donation through our online donation page, we may collect the following information:

a) Personal Information

We collect limited personal details required to process your donation and keep accurate financial records:

  • Full Name

  • Email Address

  • Phone Number

b) Payment Information

Depending on the payment method selected, we may process donation payments through:

  • M-Pesa

  • Airtel Money

  • Credit or Debit Cards

We do not store your card details or mobile money PINs. All payment details are securely processed through trusted and compliant third-party payment providers.


2. How We Use Your Information

Your personal information is used strictly for the following purposes:

  • To process and confirm your donation

  • To maintain accurate donor records

  • To send donation confirmations, receipts, and updates

  • To communicate any issues regarding your transaction

  • To share periodic updates on our programs and impact
    (Only if you have opted-in to receive such communications)

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with any third party for marketing purposes.


3. Legal Basis for Processing Information

We process your information based on:

  • Your consent when you voluntarily donate or subscribe to updates

  • Legal obligations related to documentation and record-keeping of charitable donations

  • Legitimate interest in maintaining donor relations and improving our services


4. Security of Your Information

EmpowerHer Foundation takes the security of your personal and transaction data seriously. We implement:

  • SSL encryption for all website communications

  • Secure payment processing through authorized merchant providers

  • Restricted access to donor data

  • Regular website and system security checks

All mobile money and card payments are processed through secure and accredited systems that comply with industry security standards.


5. Data Retention

We retain donor information only as long as necessary to:

  • Fulfill the purpose for which it was collected

  • Comply with legal and financial record-keeping requirements

  • Maintain accurate donation histories

You may request deletion or correction of your personal data at any time (see Section 8).


6. Sharing of Information

We may share your information only under the following circumstances:

  • With third-party payment processors (for secure payment completion)

  • With service providers who help us operate our website or manage communications

  • When required by law, regulation, or valid legal request

We ensure that all third parties adhere to strict data protection standards.


7. Cookies & Website Tracking

Our website may use cookies or basic analytics tools to improve user experience and monitor site performance. These tools do not collect personal payment information. You may disable cookies through your browser at any time.


8. Your Rights as a Donor

You have the right to:

  • Access the personal data we hold about you

  • Request correction of inaccurate information

  • Request deletion of your data (where legally applicable)

  • Opt out of receiving email updates or newsletters

  • Withdraw your consent at any time

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at:

Email: info@empowerherfoundation.co.ke


9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our operations or legal requirements. Updates will be posted on this page with the date of revision.


10. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

EmpowerHer Foundation
Website: www.empowerherfoundation.co.ke
Email: info@empowerherfoundation.co.ke