About RUDY
RUDY Community Resource Foundation (RUDY) is an Illinois community-resource organization dedicated to helping individuals and families identify resources, understand available options, and connect with appropriate services.
RUDY may collect information voluntarily submitted through ASK RUDY, including name, phone number, email address, ZIP Code, requested help category, and message. RUDY uses submitted information to respond, provide resource-navigation assistance, and make referrals. RUDY does not sell personal information. RUDY may share information only as reasonably needed to connect a person with requested resources, with consent when appropriate, or as required by law. Website hosting, forms, analytics, security, or other third-party services may collect technical data such as IP address, browser/device information, and cookies. People should avoid submitting highly sensitive information unless necessary. Contact: askrudyfoundation@gmail.comOur website is https://rudycrf.org.
We respect the privacy and dignity of every person who contacts RUDY. This policy explains how information submitted through our website may be collected, used, and shared.
Information We Collect
When requesting assistance, visitors may voluntarily provide their name, telephone number, email address, ZIP code, type of assistance needed, and a brief description of their circumstances.
Please do not submit Social Security numbers, financial account information, medical records, or other highly sensitive documents through our general website contact form.
How Information Is Used
Information submitted to RUDY may be used to respond to inquiries, understand resource needs, identify potential assistance programs, communicate with individuals requesting support, and coordinate appropriate referrals.
Submitting a request does not guarantee eligibility for benefits, placement into a program, or receipt of financial assistance.
Confidentiality and Sharing Information
RUDY recognizes the importance of protecting personal information. Information provided for resource assistance should be accessed only by individuals authorized to help process the request.
When a referral requires sharing personal information with another organization, RUDY will seek the individual’s permission before sharing that information, except when disclosure is required or otherwise permitted by law.
Website hosting companies and other technology service providers may also process information necessary to operate the website and its forms.
Website Technology and Cookies
Our website uses WordPress and may use cookies or technical services for website functionality, security, and performance. These services may process technical information, including IP addresses, browser information, and website activity.
Third-party websites linked from RUDY may have their own privacy policies. RUDY is not responsible for the privacy practices of external organizations.
Protecting Your Information
RUDY is committed to handling personal information responsibly and limiting access to individuals with an appropriate organizational need. No internet transmission or electronic storage system can be guaranteed completely secure.
Information Retention
RUDY intends to retain personal information only as reasonably necessary to respond to requests, maintain appropriate organizational records, and meet applicable legal obligations. Specific retention procedures will be established as our operations develop.
Children and Families
RUDY supports resources for children, youth, and families. Parents or legal guardians should submit requests involving minors and avoid including unnecessary sensitive information about children.
Questions About Your Information
Individuals may contact RUDY to ask questions about personal information they have submitted or request corrections or deletion, subject to applicable legal and recordkeeping requirements.
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Changes to This Policy
RUDY may update this Privacy Policy as its services, website features, or legal obligations change. Updates will be posted on this website.