Privacy policy
Effective Date: March 5, 2026
At Mutt Scouts, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. As a nonprofit organization dedicated to rescuing and rehabilitating dogs in need, we collect certain information to operate our programs, process donations, and communicate with supporters, adopters, fosters, and volunteers.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit our website or interact with us online.
Information We Collect
We may collect personal information when you interact with our website or programs, including when you:
Make a donation
Apply to adopt or foster a dog
Sign up to volunteer
Purchase merchandise
Contact us through forms or email
Subscribe to our newsletter
Participate in fundraising or community events
The information we collect may include:
Name
Email address
Phone number
Mailing address
Donation information
Adoption or foster application details
Volunteer information
Other information you voluntarily provide
Payment information for donations or merchandise purchases is processed through secure third-party payment providers and is not stored directly by Mutt Scouts.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to support our mission and operate our rescue programs. This may include:
Processing donations and issuing receipts
Reviewing adoption and foster applications
Coordinating volunteer opportunities
Responding to inquiries or requests
Sending updates about rescue efforts and dogs in our care
Sharing newsletters, events, and fundraising campaigns
Improving the functionality of our website
Your information helps us operate responsibly as a nonprofit and provide transparency to our supporters and community.
Donor Privacy
Mutt Scouts respects the privacy of our donors.
We do not sell, trade, or share donor information with outside organizations for marketing purposes.
Donor information is used only for:
Processing contributions
Issuing tax receipts
Providing updates about our rescue work
Communicating with supporters who have chosen to receive updates
Donors may request to remain anonymous in public acknowledgments
Adoption, Foster, and Volunteer Applications
Applications for adoption, fostering, or volunteering may require additional personal information so we can ensure responsible placements and safe environments for the dogs in our care.
Information provided in these applications may be used to:
Evaluate suitability for adoption or fostering
Conduct reference checks when applicable
Coordinate volunteer roles and responsibilities
Application information is kept confidential and used only for rescue operations.
Website Analytics and Cookies
Our website may use cookies or analytics tools to understand how visitors interact with our site.
These tools help us:
Improve website performance
Understand which pages are most helpful to visitors
Improve communication about rescue efforts and adoption opportunities
This information is collected in an aggregated and anonymous format whenever possible.
Third-Party Services
We may use trusted third-party platforms to support our operations, including:
Donation processing services
Email newsletter platforms
Volunteer or adoption application systems
Website analytics tools
Merchandise fulfillment providers
These providers have their own privacy policies governing how they handle information.
Data Security
We take reasonable steps to protect the personal information shared with us.
While no online system can guarantee complete security, we work with secure platforms and trusted providers to safeguard data and minimize risk.
Children's Privacy
Our website is not directed toward children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children without parental consent.
Your Choices
You may choose to:
Opt out of email communications at any time
Request updates or corrections to your personal information
Ask us to remove your information from our records where appropriate
To make these requests, please contact us using the information below.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements.
Any updates will be posted on this page with the revised effective date.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is used, please contact:
The Mutt Scouts
325 W. Washington Street, Ste. 2197
San Diego, CA 92103