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Privacy Policy
The Arc of Oklahoma
www.thearcok.org
Effective Date: June 1, 2026
Introduction
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The Arc of Oklahoma ("we," "us," or "our") is a nonprofit organization dedicated to
supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families.
We are committed to protecting the privacy of individuals who visit our website at
www.thearcok.org (the "Site"). This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, and
safeguard your personal information.
By using our Site, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with
this policy.
Information we collect​
We collect information you provide directly to us through the following means:
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Contact Forms
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When you submit a contact form on our Site, we may collect:
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• Your full name
• Email address
• Phone number (if provided)
• The content of your message or inquiry
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Donation Forms
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When you make a donation through our Site, we may collect:
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• Your full name
• Mailing address
• Email address
• Phone number
• Payment information (processed securely by a third-party payment processor; we do not
store full payment card details)
Email Newsletter Signups
When you sign up for our email newsletter, we collect:
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• Your name (if provided)
• Email address
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Automatically Collected Information
Like most websites, our Site may automatically collect certain technical information
when you visit, including:
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• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Pages visited and time spent on each page
• Referring website
• Device type and operating system
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This information is collected through cookies and similar technologies (see the Cookies section
below) and is used to improve the functionality and user experience of our Site.
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How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
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• To respond to your inquiries and provide the requested information
• To process donations and send donation receipts or acknowledgments
• To send our email newsletter and organizational updates (if you have opted in)
• To improve and maintain our Site
• To comply with legal obligations
• To fulfill our nonprofit mission of supporting individuals with intellectual and
developmental disabilities
How We Share Your Information
The Arc of Oklahoma does not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third
parties. We may share your information only in the following limited circumstances:
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• Service Providers: We may share information with third-party vendors who assist us in
operating our website or conducting our activities (such as payment processors, email
service providers, and website hosting through Wix). These providers are obligated to
keep your information confidential and use it only to perform services on our behalf.
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in
response to valid requests by public authorities (such as a court or government agency).
• Protection of Rights: We may disclose information where we believe it is necessary to
investigate, prevent, or take action regarding illegal activities or to protect the rights,
property, and the safety of our organization, staff, donors, or the public.
Cookies
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Our Site is hosted on the Wix platform, which uses cookies and similar tracking
technologies to operate and improve the Site. Cookies are small data files stored on your
browser or device. They help us understand how visitors use our Site and improve your
experience.
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You may set your browser to refuse cookies or to alert you when cookies are being sent.
However, some parts of our Site may not function properly if you disable cookies. For
more information about how Wix uses cookies, please refer to the Wix Privacy Policy at
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Third-Party Links
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Our Site may contain links to external websites that are not operated by The Arc of
Oklahoma. We have no control over the content or privacy practices of those sites and
encourage you to review the privacy policy of any third-party site you visit.
Email Communications and Opt-Out
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If you have subscribed to our email newsletter, you may unsubscribe at any time by
clicking the "unsubscribe" link in any email we send, or by contacting us directly at the
information provided below. Please allow a reasonable time for your request to be
processed.
Data Retention
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We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described
in this Privacy Policy, to comply with our legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce
our agreements. Donation records may be retained for longer periods as required by
applicable law and nonprofit accounting standards.
Security
We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect your
personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. Our Site is hosted on
the Wix platform, which employs industry-standard security measures including SSL
encryption for data transmission.
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However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100%
secure. While we strive to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its
absolute security.
Children's Privacy
Our Site is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect
personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately and we will take steps to delete that information.
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Sharing Information with The Arc of the United States
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The Arc of Oklahoma is an affiliate chapter of The Arc of the United States. When you take action or sign up through our advocacy platform (Quorum), your information may be shared with The Arc of the United States for the purpose of coordinating advocacy communications and activities. This means you may receive emails or text messages from both The Arc of Oklahoma and The Arc of the United States.
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If you have questions about how The Arc of the United States handles your information, please refer to their privacy policy at www.thearc.org.
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Your Rights
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Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal
information, including the right to:
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• Access the personal information we hold about you
• Request correction of inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your personal information, subject to certain exceptions
• Opt out of receiving marketing communications
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information below.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
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We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices
or applicable law. We will post the updated policy on this page with a revised effective
date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically. Your continued use of the Site
after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.
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Contact Us
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If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our
data practices, please contact us at:
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The Arc of Oklahoma
Website: www.thearcok.org
5401 S Harvard #209
Tulsa OK 74135
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