Privacy Policy

At Springboard for Africa, we care deeply about your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines what data we collect, how we use and share it, and your rights when engaging with us through our website or affiliated platforms.

By using our website, donating, or subscribing to updates, you agree to the terms outlined in this policy.

Who We Are

Oshioagbhe Springboard Gymnastics Organization (“Springboard for Africa”) is a nonprofit registered in Nigeria, with current website operations and management based in Canada. We use third-party tools such as Squarespace, GoFundMe, PayPal, Mailchimp, and Google Analytics to engage supporters, collect donations, and promote our mission.

We are committed to complying with applicable data protection laws, including Canada’s Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and Nigeria’s Data Protection Regulation (NDPR) where applicable.

What Information We Collect

We collect both personal and non-personal information when you interact with our website or donation tools. This may include:

  • Your name, email address, and contact details (when subscribing to newsletters or submitting contact forms)

  • Donation information, including amount and donor details (processed through GoFundMe, PayPal, or Jalia Africa Foundation)

  • Non-personal data such as IP addresses, browser type, referral links, and site usage, collected through Google Analytics and cookies

How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Respond to inquiries and provide support

  • Send updates and newsletters (with your consent)

  • Process donations and issue tax receipts (where applicable)

  • Improve our website functionality and user experience

We do not sell, rent, or misuse your information under any circumstances.

Legal Basis for Processing Personal Data

We collect and process your personal data under the following legal bases:

  • Consent – when you opt in to receive updates or contact us

  • Contractual necessity – for processing donations or responding to inquiries

  • Legal obligations – such as issuing tax receipts or complying with financial reporting laws

  • Legitimate interest – in promoting and operating our nonprofit mission

With Whom We Share Your Information

We only share your personal data with trusted third parties necessary for carrying out our operations, including:

  • GoFundMe and PayPal – for donation processing

  • Jalia Africa Foundation – for issuing Canadian tax receipts and forwarding donations to our nonprofit account

  • Mailchimp – for email communication

  • Squarespace – for hosting our website

  • Google Analytics – for understanding website usage and traffic

Your information may be stored or processed in Canada, Nigeria, the United States, or other jurisdictions, depending on the tools and services we use.

Data Retention

We retain your personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law (e.g., for accounting or legal obligations).

Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

  • Access the personal data we hold about you

  • Request correction, deletion, or restriction of your data

  • Withdraw consent to receive emails or marketing at any time

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at:
springboardforafrica@gmail.com

Cookies and Analytics

We use cookies and similar technologies to track site traffic and usage patterns through Google Analytics. These tools help us improve user experience but do not collect personally identifiable information.

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. For more information, visit www.allaboutcookies.org.

International Visitors

By using our website, you consent to the transfer and processing of your data across international borders, including to and from Canada, Nigeria, and other countries where our third-party service providers operate.

Security Measures

We take reasonable steps to safeguard your data, including the use of SSL encryption, password-protected platforms, and trusted third-party services. While no system is 100% secure, we work to minimize risks. Please avoid sending sensitive information (like credit card details) via email.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted here along with the effective date. We encourage you to review this policy regularly.

Effective Date: June 5, 2025

Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this policy, please contact us at:

Oshioagbhe Springboard Gymnastics Organization
📧 info@springboardforafrica.com

📞 +1 604-524-4668