Privacy Policy
We Respect Your Privacy
Last Updated: July 2026
Variety Children’s Charity of the Desert (“Variety,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have regarding your information when you visit our website or interact with our organization.
By using this website, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
Information We Collect
We may collect information that you voluntarily provide when you:
- Apply for one of our programs
- Request services or assistance
- Complete a contact form
- Register for an event
- Make a donation
- Subscribe to our newsletter
- Volunteer with our organization
- Contact us by phone, email, or through our website
Depending on your interaction with us, we may collect:
- Name
- Mailing address
- Email address
- Phone number
- Child and parent/guardian information (when necessary for program services)
- Date of birth (when applicable)
- Program application information
- Donation and payment information
- Event registration details
- Volunteer information
- Any other information you choose to provide
How We Use Your Information
We may use your information to:
- Provide programs and services
- Respond to inquiries
- Process donations
- Register participants for events
- Communicate with families and donors
- Send newsletters and updates (when requested)
- Improve our website and services
- Comply with legal obligations
- Maintain organizational records
Sharing Your Information
Variety Children’s Charity of the Desert does not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.
We may share information only with trusted third-party service providers who help us operate our website, process donations, manage communications, or provide services on our behalf. These providers are expected to protect your information and use it only for the purposes for which it was shared.
We may also disclose information when required by law or to protect the rights, safety, or property of our organization or others.
Data Security
We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect the personal information we collect from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. While no method of transmitting information over the internet is completely secure, we strive to use appropriate safeguards to protect your information.
Third-Party Services
Our website may use trusted third-party services to process donations, collect form submissions, distribute email communications, and analyze website traffic. These services maintain their own privacy policies and security practices.
Our website may also contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites and encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing personal information.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us:
Variety Children’s Charity of the Desert
42-600 Cook Street, Suite 150
Palm Desert, CA 92211
