Privacy Policy
Effective Date: January 12, 2026
Last Updated: January 12, 2026
Field & Fork Network, Inc. (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to connecting communities with fresh, local food and supporting a sustainable food system. We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal information you share with us.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit fieldandforknetwork.com (including any subdomains) (the “Site”) and when you otherwise interact with us online or offline, including through our programs, events, volunteer opportunities, newsletters, donation pages, and other services that link to this Privacy Policy (collectively, the “Services”). This Privacy Policy is incorporated into our Terms and Conditions.
If you do not agree with this Privacy Policy, please do not use the Site or the Services.
Information We Collect
Information you provide directly to us when you:
1. Subscribe to our newsletter or email updates.
2. Fill out and submit any form on our Site.
3. Donate to us through a third-party donation platform.
4. Communicate with us via email or other channels.
This information may include your name, email address, company name, mailing address, phone number, other information as detailed in each form, and donation or transaction details. Payment information is processed securely by third-party platforms.
- Information collected automatically when you visit the Site, such as IP address, browser type and operating system, pages visited and time spent on the Site, device type, and general geographic location. We may also collect referral/source information and engagement data.
- We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience and collect analytics. For details about the cookies and similar technologies we use please review our Use of Cookies Policy. We use cookies for functionality and analytics. We do not use cookies or pixels for targeted advertising or retargeting at this time.
- We may receive information about you from third parties, such as donation/payment platforms, email distribution platforms, analytics providers, event partners/co-hosts, or social media platforms if you interact with our pages. The information we receive depends on the third party’s settings and policies.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Process and acknowledge donations and send receipts.
- Communicate with you about our programs, events, and impact.
- Respond to inquiries and requests.
- Maintain accurate donor, volunteer, and participant records.
- Improve our website and outreach efforts.
- Prevent fraud, protect the security and integrity of our systems, and enforce our policies.
- Create aggregated or de-identified information (which does not identify you) for reporting, analytics, and program improvement.
- Comply with legal and regulatory obligations.
How We Share Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share information with:
- Service providers that help us operate (for example, donation processing, email communications, website hosting, and analytics). These providers are required to keep information confidential and use it only to provide services to us.
- Legal authorities or professional advisors as needed for operations and compliance if required by law; or to protect rights, property, safety, and security.
Donations and Payment Information
Online donations are processed through third-party platforms (such as Givebutter). We do not store full credit card information. We receive only details necessary to process your donation, send receipts, and maintain donor records. Donations made through third-party platforms are also subject to those providers’ privacy practices, and we encourage you to review them.
Email Communications
If you subscribe to our newsletter or email updates, we may send emails about our programs, events, and impact. You can unsubscribe at any time using the link in the email or by contacting us directly. Even if you opt out of marketing emails, we may still send administrative or transactional messages (for example, donation receipts).
External Links and Third-Party Features
The Site may contain links to third-party websites or services, and may include third-party features (such as embedded videos, social media tools, or third-party donation forms). We do not control these third parties and are not responsible for their privacy practices. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites or services you use.
Data Security
We use a combination of administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect personal information, and we limit access to personal information to those who need it to perform their responsibilities. However, no online system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security. If we become aware of a data incident affecting personal information, we will take steps consistent with applicable law.
Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes described in this Privacy Policy or as required by law. Retention periods vary depending on the type of information and why we collected it.
Your Rights
You may have rights to access, correct, or delete your personal information and to opt out of certain communications. To exercise these rights, contact us using the information below. To help protect your privacy, we may need to verify your identity before responding to certain requests. Depending on where you live, you may have additional privacy rights under applicable law, and we will respond to requests within a reasonable period consistent with applicable requirements.
Do Not Track: Some browsers offer a “Do Not Track” signal. Because there is not yet an industry-standard response, we do not currently respond to these signals.
Children’s Privacy
The Site is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect information from children under 13. If we learn that we have collected such information, we will promptly delete it.
International Visitors
Field & Fork Network is based in the United States, and information we collect may be processed and stored in the United States or other locations where our service providers operate. By using the Site or providing information to us, you understand that your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. The “Last Updated” date reflects the latest version. Continued use of the Site constitutes acceptance of any updates. If we make material changes, we will post the updated policy on this page and update the “Last Updated” date.
Accessibility
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Contact Us
Field & Fork Network, Inc.
Address: 2495 Main Street, Suite 311, Buffalo, NY 14214
Phone: 1-800-682-5016
Email: [email protected]