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ITV Rescue — Privacy Policy info@itvrescue.org | itvrescue.org (812) 909-1306 | After hours: (812) 250-WAGS Effective Date: June 9, 2026

At ITV Rescue, our mission is simple: until all paws have a home. We are committed to protecting the privacy of our adopters, volunteers, donors, and supporters. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, and protect information gathered through our website (itvrescue.org). By using our website, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

  1. Overview

ITV Rescue operates animal rescue shelters and adoption centers across Spencer County, IN, Evansville, IN, and Owensboro, KY. This policy applies to information collected through our website and online communications only. It does not govern information collected in person at our shelter locations.

  1. Information We Collect

When you visit or interact with our website, we may collect the following:

Personal information: Your name, email address, phone number, mailing address, and any other information you provide when you contact us, submit an adoption application, register to volunteer, or fill out forms on our website.

Usage data: Information about how you access and use our website, including your IP address, browser type, operating system, and pages visited.

SMS messaging data: If you opt in to receive SMS messages, we will collect your mobile phone number and message content for the purpose of adoption updates, volunteer coordination, event announcements, and organizational communications.

Donation information: If you make a financial contribution through our website, payment information is processed by our third-party payment processor. We do not store your full payment card details on our servers.

Adoption and application data: Information submitted as part of an adoption inquiry or application, including household information, pet history, and references, used solely for the purpose of evaluating adoption suitability.

  1. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

Process and follow up on adoption applications and inquiries. Coordinate volunteer activities and communicate with volunteers regarding events and schedules. Process and acknowledge donations and contributions. Communicate with adopters, donors, volunteers, and supporters via SMS and email. Share updates about our animals, events, and mission. Comply with legal and nonprofit reporting obligations and protect our rights.

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes.

  1. Children Under the Age of 13

Our website is directed to adults, including parents, guardians, donors, and volunteers. We do not knowingly collect personal information directly from children under the age of 13 in accordance with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA). If you believe a child has submitted personal information through our website without parental consent, please contact us at info@itvrescue.org and we will remove that information promptly.

  1. SMS Messaging

By providing your mobile phone number and opting in, you consent to receive SMS messages from ITV Rescue related to adoption updates, volunteer opportunities, events, and other organizational communications.

Opting out: Reply STOP to any message to unsubscribe at any time. Help: Reply HELP for assistance or contact us at (812) 909-1306. Message frequency: Varies based on upcoming events and your involvement with our organization. Rates: Message and data rates may apply depending on your carrier and plan. Consent is not required as a condition of adopting, volunteering, or participating in any of our programs.

  1. Disclosure of Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share your information only with:

Service providers who assist us in operating our website, processing donations, and delivering communications, under confidentiality obligations. Legal or regulatory authorities when required by law or to protect the rights, property, or safety of our organization, animals, volunteers, adopters, or others.

  1. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, including social media platforms and partner organizations, for your convenience. These links do not constitute an endorsement of those sites or their content. We have no control over the content or privacy practices of those sites and are not responsible for any loss or damage arising from your use of them.

  1. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

  1. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information collected through this website:

The right to access your personal information. The right to request correction of inaccurate information. The right to request deletion of your personal information. The right to opt out of SMS or email communications at any time.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at info@itvrescue.org or (812) 909-1306.

  1. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The “Effective Date” at the top of this page will reflect the most recent revision. Your continued use of our website after any update constitutes acceptance of the revised policy. We encourage you to review this page periodically.

  1. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

ITV Rescue info@itvrescue.org (812) 909-1306 After hours: (812) 250-WAGS itvrescue.org

Evansville, IN: 1417 N. Stockwell Road, Evansville, IN 47715 Spencer County, IN: 824 E County Road 800 North, Chrisney, IN 47611 Owensboro, KY: 2620 KY 81, Owensboro, KY 42301

Until all paws have a home — thank you for supporting ITV Rescue.

 

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