Effective Date: 01/01/2026

The LifeGuard Group (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy and safeguarding the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect information obtained through our website.

By using our website, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

You may voluntarily provide personal information when you:

• Make a donation
• Sign up for newsletters or updates
• Complete a contact or volunteer form
• Register for events or programs

This information may include your name, email address, phone number, mailing address, and payment information.

We may automatically collect non-identifying information such as:

• Browser type
• Device information
• IP address
• Pages visited and time spent on the site

This data helps us improve website performance and user experience.

We use the collected information to:

• Process donations and transactions
• Communicate updates, impact reports, and fundraising appeals
• Respond to inquiries or requests
• Improve our website and services
• Maintain security and prevent fraud

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.

Online donations are processed through secure third-party payment processors. The LifeGuard Group does not store or have access to your full credit card or payment details. Payment processors are responsible for their own privacy and security practices.

We may share information only:

• With trusted service providers who assist us in operating our website or conducting our mission
• When required by law or to protect our legal rights

All partners are expected to maintain confidentiality and use information only for authorized purposes.

Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to enhance functionality and analyze usage. You may disable cookies through your browser settings, though some features may not function properly.

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information. While no system can guarantee absolute security, we take privacy and data protection seriously.

Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

You may:

• Opt out of email communications at any time using the unsubscribe link
• Request access, correction, or deletion of your personal information by contacting us

Our website may contain links to external websites. The LifeGuard Group is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party sites.

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact:

The LifeGuard Group
1515 Fairview Avenue, Suite 210, Missoula, Montana, 59801
admin@thelifeguardgroup.org

406-396-5053

Thank you for trusting The LifeGuard Group and supporting our mission to protect, restore, and empower lives.