US Horse Welfare & Rescue (“USHWR”) is committed to protecting the privacy of our donors.

USHWR collects donor information only when voluntarily provided in connection with a financial contribution. This information may include a donor’s name, mailing address, email address, phone number, donation amount, donation date, and communication preferences. USHWR does not knowingly collect or store Social Security numbers or full credit card or bank account information.

Donor information is used exclusively for donor-related purposes, including processing and acknowledging donations, issuing tax receipts, maintaining accurate donor records, and meeting legal, audit, and compliance requirements.

USHWR does not sell, trade, rent, or share donor information with any individual or organization for marketing, solicitation, or fundraising purposes. Donor information may be shared only with trusted third-party service providers (such as donation processing platforms) strictly for the purpose of processing donations, or when required by law. All such providers are required to maintain confidentiality.

Online donations are processed through secure third-party platforms that comply with industry security standards. USHWR does not store or have access to full payment details.

Donors may request anonymity, update their information, or opt out of communications at any time. USHWR honors all such requests promptly. USHWR uses reasonable administrative and technical safeguards to protect donor information and retains donor records only as long as required for legal and reporting purposes.

Questions regarding this policy may be directed to U.S. Horse Welfare & Rescue at USHorseWelfare.org.
Last updated: 12/25

US Horse Welfare & Rescue (“USHWR”) is committed to conducting its affairs with integrity and transparency. Members of the Board of Directors, officers, and key volunteers are expected to act in the best interests of the organization at all times.

A conflict of interest arises when an individual’s personal, professional, or financial interests could interfere with their duty to act in the best interests of USHWR.

All board members and officers are required to disclose any actual or potential conflicts of interest annually and as they arise. Individuals with a conflict of interest must recuse themselves from any discussion or vote related to the matter.

USHWR maintains written records of disclosures and recusals in accordance with best governance practices. No individual shall use their position with USHWR for personal gain.

This policy is intended to protect the organization’s integrity and ensure decisions are made solely in furtherance of its mission.

US Horse Welfare & Rescue (“USHWR”) is committed to ethical conduct, accountability, and compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.

USHWR encourages board members, volunteers, staff, and contractors to report any suspected illegal, unethical, or improper conduct related to the organization. Reports may be made in good faith without fear of retaliation.

No individual who reports a concern in good faith shall be subject to harassment, retaliation, or adverse consequences. Any act of retaliation is itself a violation of this policy.

Reports may be made confidentially to the Board of Directors or an appropriate designated officer. All reports will be reviewed promptly and handled with discretion to the extent possible.