Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 26/04/2025

 Introduction

Shining Grace Organization respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data in compliance with Kenya’s Data Protection Act (2019). This policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you:


  • Visit our website (shininggrace.org)


  • Donate, volunteer, or contact us


  • Subscribe to newsletters or updates

Data We Collect

We may collect and process:


  • Personal Data: Name, email, phone number, postal address (e.g., for donations or inquiries).


  • Non-Personal Data: Browser type, IP address, pages visited (via cookies for website analytics).


  • Sensitive Data: Only if required (e.g., health information for program participants, with explicit consent).

How We Use Your Data

Your information helps us:


  • Process donations and issue receipts.


  • Respond to inquiries or volunteer requests.


  • Send updates about our work (with your consent).


  • Improve our website and services.


We never sell or share your data with third parties for marketing purposes.

Legal Basis for Processing

Under Kenyan law, we rely on:


  • Your consent (e.g., for newsletters).


  • Contractual necessity (e.g., processing donations).


  • Legitimate interests (e.g., website analytics).

Data Sharing & Disclosure

We only share data with:


  • Trusted service providers (e.g., payment processors for donations, under strict confidentiality).


  • Government authorities if required by law (e.g., under Kenya’s Anti-Money Laundering Act).


Data Security

We implement technical and organizational measures (e.g., encryption, access controls) to protect your data from unauthorized access or breaches.

Your Rights

Under Kenya’s Data Protection Act, you have the right to:


  • Access, correct, or delete your personal data.


  • Withdraw consent (e.g., unsubscribe from emails).


  • Lodge a complaint with Kenya’s Office of the Data Protection Commissioner (ODPC).


To exercise these rights, contact: shininggrace86@gmail.com


Cookies

Our website uses essential cookies for functionality. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but some features may not work.

 Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with a revised "Last Updated" date.

Contact Us

For privacy-related questions, contact:

Shining Grace Organization

Email: shininggrace86@gmail.com

Postal: P.O Box 5793-00100, Nairobi, Kenya