Privacy
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United Kidney Foundation
General contact: info@unitedkidneyfoundation.org
1161 Murfreesboro Pike, Ste 127
Nashville, TN 37217
Tennessee, United States
Phone: 615-205-2311
01 — INTRODUCTION
Your privacy matters to us.
Last Updated: June 2026
The United Kidney Foundation ("UKF," "we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting the privacy of everyone who visits our website, participates in our programs, or supports our mission. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and what choices you have.
By using our website at unitedkidneyfoundation.org, you agree to the practices described in this policy. If you have questions at any point, please reach out — we're a real team of real people, and we'll respond.
We will never sell your personal information. We do not share your data with advertisers. Your information exists to help us serve you better — nothing else.
02 — INFORMATION WE COLLECT
What we collect and why.
We collect information in two ways — what you give us directly and what we collect automatically when you use our site.
Information you provide directly:
Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address when you fill out a contact form or sign up for programs
Donation information, including payment details processed securely through our payment provider
Health-related information you voluntarily share when registering for screenings or patient support programs
Communications you send us via email, forms, or social media
Information collected automatically:
Browser type, device type, and operating system
Pages visited, time spent on pages, and links clicked
IP address and general geographic region
Referring website or search terms that brought you here
03 — HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION
We use your information to serve the mission.
We use the information we collect to:
Respond to your inquiries and connect you with the right programs or resources
Process donations and send donation receipts and tax acknowledgment letters
Send program updates, event invitations, and newsletters — only if you've opted in
Improve our website and understand how people navigate our content
Fulfill legal obligations, such as nonprofit reporting requirements
Protect the security and integrity of our website and organization
We will never use your information for purposes unrelated to UKF's mission without your explicit consent.
04 — SHARING YOUR INFORMATION
We do not sell or trade your data.
We may share your information with trusted third parties only in the following limited circumstances:
Service providers: Vendors who help us operate our website, process donations, or send communications — bound by confidentiality agreements
Legal requirements: When required by law, court order, or government regulation
Organizational transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or transfer of assets, your information may transfer as part of that process
With your consent: Any other sharing we will ask you about first
05 — YOUR RIGHTS & CHOICES
You are in control of your information.
You have the right to:
Access the personal information we hold about you
Request correction of inaccurate information
Request deletion of your personal information, subject to our legal obligations
Opt out of marketing emails at any time using the unsubscribe link in any email we send
Request that we not sell your personal information (we don't — but you have the right to ask)
To exercise any of these rights, contact us using the information at the bottom of this page. We will respond within 30 days.
06 — COOKIES
We use cookies to improve your experience.
Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us understand how our site is used. We use:
Essential cookies: Required for the website to function properly
Analytics cookies: Help us understand traffic patterns and improve content (e.g., Google Analytics)
Preference cookies: Remember your settings and choices across visits
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling certain cookies may affect how our site functions.
07 — DATA SECURITY
We take reasonable steps to protect your data.
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse. Donation transactions are encrypted using SSL technology and processed through secure, PCI-compliant payment providers.
No method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While we work hard to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security. If you believe your information has been compromised, please contact us immediately.
08 — CHILDREN'S PRIVACY
Our site is not directed at children under 13.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us and we will delete it promptly.
Certain educational programs — such as Kidney Kids — may involve minors. In those cases, information is collected only through schools or parents and guardians, and is handled with additional care.
09 — POLICY CHANGES
We'll let you know if this changes.
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. When we do, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. For significant changes, we will notify you by email or by posting a notice on our website.
We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.