Privacy Policy

Last Updated: April 2, 2026

1. Introduction

Tipity Hope Ministries ("THM," "we," "us," or "our") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or participate in our program.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

Personal identification information (name, email address, phone number, age).
Program application information (substance history, personal situation, detox status).
Referral information submitted by friends or family members on behalf of others.
Contact form submissions (name, email, phone, message content).
Drug test results for program participants.
Employment and financial information related to program participation.
Website usage data (IP address, browser type, pages visited) collected automatically through standard web server logs.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

Process program applications and referrals.
Communicate with applicants, participants, and their families.
Administer and manage the recovery program.
Coordinate with employer partners for job placement.
Maintain program safety through drug testing records.
Respond to inquiries and contact form submissions.
Improve our website and services.
Comply with legal obligations.

4. Sensitive Information

We understand that information related to substance abuse and recovery is extremely sensitive. We treat all program-related personal information with the highest level of confidentiality. We will never publicly disclose a participant's identity, substance history, or program participation without their explicit written consent.

5. Information Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share limited information in the following circumstances:

With employer partners — only your name and contact information, and only with your consent, for the purpose of job placement.
With legal authorities — if required by law, court order, or legal process.
For safety — if we believe disclosure is necessary to protect the safety of program participants, staff, or the public.
With your consent — when you have given us explicit permission to share specific information.

6. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical security measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. Program participant records may be retained for a minimum of 7 years after program completion or departure for legal and administrative purposes.

8. Referral Information

If you submit a referral on behalf of someone else, you represent that you have a genuine concern for that person's well-being. We will use the information provided to reach out and offer assistance. We will not disclose to the referred individual who submitted the referral unless you give us permission to do so.

9. Cookies and Tracking

Our website may use standard web server logs that automatically collect basic information such as your IP address, browser type, and pages visited. We do not currently use cookies, tracking pixels, or third-party analytics services. If this changes in the future, this policy will be updated accordingly.

10. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

11. Children's Privacy

Our program and website are intended for individuals 18 years of age and older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under 18. If we become aware that we have collected information from a minor, we will take steps to delete it promptly.

12. Your Rights

You have the right to:

Request access to the personal information we hold about you.
Request correction of inaccurate information.
Request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal retention requirements.
Withdraw consent for information sharing at any time.

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at tipityhope@gmail.com.

13. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. Continued use of our website or program after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

14. Contact

For questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, contact us at:
tipityhope@gmail.com