Privacy policy

Privacy Statement

Goodchoices Foundation Inc. (“Goodchoices”, “we”, “our”, “us”) attaches great importance to the protection of your personal data and is committed to safeguarding your privacy. Through this Privacy Statement, we aim to provide clear and transparent information about what personal data we collect, why we collect it, and how we handle it responsibly.

By using our website GoodchoicesPH.com, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Statement.

Data Controller

Goodchoices Foundation Inc. is responsible for processing your personal data. Should you have any questions after reading this statement, or if you wish to contact us regarding your data, please reach us at:

Goodchoices Foundation Inc.
#140 14th Ave., Barangay Socorro, Cubao, Quezon City, Philippines
Phone: +63 931 126 9012
Email: [email protected]

Why We Collect and Process Personal Data

We process personal data for the following purposes and legal grounds:

  • Compliance with legal obligations (e.g., accounting and tax requirements).

  • Contractual obligations (e.g., donor or volunteer agreements).

  • Legitimate interests of the foundation, always ensuring minimal impact on your privacy.

Specifically, your data may be processed for:

  • Managing relationships with donors, volunteers, and partners.

  • Processing information or registration requests.

  • Sending newsletters, invitations, and updates about our activities.

  • Collecting and managing information needed for program implementation.

  • Improving the performance and content of our website GoodchoicesPH.com.

We will never use your personal data for commercial purposes.

What Personal Data We May Collect

Depending on your interaction with us, we may collect and process:

  • Personal identity data (full name, address, telephone number, email address).

  • Financial data (for processing donations).

  • Communication preferences.

  • Data related to participation in our activities or events.

  • Cookies and browsing data (please see our Cookie Policy at GoodchoicesPH.com/cookie-policy for more information).

Sharing of Personal Data

  • Within Goodchoices Foundation Inc. – Data may be shared internally for legitimate purposes.

  • With trusted third parties – Only when necessary, such as for:

    • IT and website hosting services

    • Distribution of newsletters and event invitations

    • Legal and tax reporting obligations

    • Event or program support

We ensure agreements with third-party providers include strict data protection measures. Your data will never be sold or shared for commercial gain.

Retention Period

We retain personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected or as required by law. For example, donor records may be kept for seven years to comply with tax regulations.

Data Security

We have taken appropriate technical and organizational measures to secure your personal data, including:

  • Secure access controls (usernames and passwords).

  • Encrypted connections (SSL) when using GoodchoicesPH.com.

  • Regular backups of personal data.

  • Confidentiality obligations for staff and partners.

Your Rights

You have the right to access, correct, or delete the personal data we hold about you. You may also object to the processing of your data or withdraw consent at any time. To exercise your rights, contact us at [email protected].

Complaints

If you have concerns about the way we process your personal data, please contact us directly. You also have the right to file a complaint with the relevant privacy authority in the Philippines.

Updates to this Privacy Statement

Goodchoices Foundation Inc. may amend this Privacy Statement from time to time. Any updates will be published on GoodchoicesPH.com.