• Privacy & Confidentiality Policy

    Effective Date: Jan 15, 2026


    Decarcerate Sacramento is committed to protecting the privacy, dignity, and confidentiality of the community members, volunteers, partners, and supporters we work with. We recognize that many people who engage with our organization may be navigating sensitive or high‑stakes situations, and we take our responsibility to safeguard information seriously.

    Information We Collect


    We may collect limited personal information when you:

    • Contact us by phone, text, email, or online forms
    • Request resources, support, or information
    • Volunteer, donate, or participate in events
    • Subscribe to updates or communications

    This information may include your name, phone number, email address, and any details you voluntarily share with us.


    How We Use Information

    We use information only for legitimate organizational purposes, including:

    • Responding to requests and providing support or information
    • Coordinating services, follow‑ups, or volunteer engagement
    • Improving our programs and operations
    • Meeting legal or administrative requirements when applicable
    • We do not sell, rent, or trade personal information.

    Confidentiality

    We treat all personal information and communications as confidential to the greatest extent possible. Access to information is limited to authorized staff and volunteers who need it to carry out their roles. We use reasonable administrative and technical safeguards to protect data from unauthorized access, misuse, or disclosure.
    We will only share information when:
    You explicitly consent, or
    It is required by law, or
    It is necessary to prevent serious harm

    Data Sharing

    We do not share personal data with third parties for marketing or commercial purposes. Information may be shared only with trusted service providers (such as communication platforms or data storage services) strictly for operational purposes and under confidentiality expectations.


    Data Retention

    We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill its purpose or comply with legal and operational requirements. Information is securely deleted or archived when no longer needed.

    Your Rights


    You may request to:

    • Access or correct your information
    • Withdraw consent for communications
    • Ask questions about how your data is used

    SMS Privacy Policy

    Effective Date: Jan 15, 2026


    Decarcerate Sacramento respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information.

    How We Use SMS Messaging:


    If you opt in to receive text messages from Decarcerate Sacramento, we may use SMS to:

    Respond to requests for information or support

    Share resources or follow-up information

    Coordinate next steps when appropriate

    Confirm receipt of messages

    Text messages are conversational and support-based. We do not send marketing or promotional messages.

    Consent

    By providing verbal or written consent, you agree to receive text messages from Decarcerate Sacramento. Message frequency may vary. Message and data rates may apply.

    You may opt out at any time by replying STOP. For help, reply HELP.


    Data Privacy

    Your SMS consent and phone number will not be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing purposes. SMS data may only be shared with our texting service provider solely for the purpose of delivering and managing text messages.

    We take reasonable steps to protect your information and limit access to authorized staff and service providers only.

    Contact Us

    If you have questions or concerns about our policies or your privacy, please contact:

    Decarcerate Sacramento

    decarceratesac@gmail.com