Privacy Policy

Future4Orphans – Toekomst voor Weeskinderen, located at Constant Van Goeystraat 6, 2070 Beveren-Kruibeke-Zwijndrecht, Belgium, is responsible for processing personal data as described in this privacy statement.

Contact details
Website: https://future4orphans.org
Address: Constant Van Goeystraat 6, 2070 Beveren-Kruibeke-Zwijndrecht, Belgium
Data Protection Officer (DPO): dpo@future4orphans.org

Personal data we process

Future4Orphans processes your personal data because you use our services and/or because you provide it to us yourself.

We may process the following personal data:

  • First and last name
  • Bank account number
  • Email address
  • Location data

Special and/or sensitive personal data

Our website and/or services are not intended to collect data about visitors under the age of 16, unless they have permission from a parent or guardian. We cannot, however, verify the age of visitors. We encourage parents to be involved in their children’s online activities to help prevent the collection of data without parental consent.

If you believe we have collected personal data about a minor without consent, please contact us at dpo@future4orphans.org, and we will delete this information.

Purpose of processing personal data

We process your personal data for the following purposes:

  • To process and confirm your donation or payment
  • To send you updates, newsletters, or event information (only if you have subscribed)
  • To respond to your enquiries and provide support when requested

Automated decision-making

Future4Orphans does not make decisions based solely on automated processing that could have significant consequences for individuals. No profiling or automated systems are used to make decisions that affect your rights or personal circumstances.

How long we store personal data

Future4Orphans will not store your personal data longer than is strictly necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected. Retention periods are as follows:

  • Payment details: 7 years (to comply with Belgian accounting and tax laws)
  • Contact details for newsletters: Until you unsubscribe or request deletion
  • General correspondence: 2 years after the last contact

Sharing personal data with third parties

Future4Orphans only shares personal data with third parties when this is necessary to perform our agreement with you, provide services you have requested, or comply with a legal obligation. In such cases, we ensure that these parties handle your data with the same level of care and security as we do.

Cookies and similar technologies

Our website uses functional, analytical, and tracking cookies. A cookie is a small text file stored in your browser when you first visit our site. These cookies ensure the proper functioning of the website, save your preferences, and help us improve the website.

We also use cookies to track your browsing behaviour so we can provide tailored content and advertisements.

When you first visited our website, we informed you about these cookies and requested your consent. You can opt out of cookies by adjusting your browser settings. You can also delete previously stored cookies through your browser settings.

More information about cookies: https://veiliginternetten.nl/cookies-wat-zijn-het-en-wat-doe-ik-ermee/

Cookies may also be placed by third parties, such as advertisers or social media companies. Example:

Cookie: Google Analytics
Name: _utma
Purpose: Analytical cookie to measure website visits
Retention period: 2 years

Access, correction, or deletion of your data

You have the right to access, correct, or delete your personal data. You can do this through your account settings or by contacting us. You can also withdraw your consent for data processing, object to the processing of your personal data, and request data portability.

To exercise your rights, send a specific request to dpo@future4orphans.org. To verify your identity, please include a copy of your ID, with your photo, MRZ (machine-readable zone), passport number, and national identification number blacked out.

We will respond to your request as quickly as possible, and no later than four weeks.

You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Belgian Data Protection Authority:
https://autoriteitpersoonsgegevens.nl/nl/contact-met-de-autoriteit-persoonsgegevens/tip-ons

How we protect personal data

Future4Orphans takes the protection of your data seriously and implements appropriate technical and organisational measures to prevent misuse, loss, unauthorised access, unwanted disclosure, and unauthorised changes.

If you believe your data is not properly secured or if there are signs of misuse, please contact us at dpo@future4orphans.org.