Privacy Policy
Steuben County Habitat for Humanity
Effective Date: January 1, 2026
Steuben County Habitat for Humanity (“Habitat,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, how it is protected, and the choices you have regarding your information.
This policy applies to information collected through our website, online forms, donations, volunteer activities, communications, housing applications, and other interactions with our affiliate.
1. Information We Collect
Information You Voluntarily Provide
We may collect personal information you choose to provide, including:
Name
Mailing address
Email address
Phone number (including mobile phone number)
Donation and payment information (processed by secure third-party providers)
Volunteer interests, availability, and experience
Event registrations, surveys, and other form submissions
Housing Application Information
As part of our homeowner application and selection process, Steuben County Habitat for Humanity may collect additional sensitive personal information from housing applicants, which may include:
Social Security numbers
Dates of birth
Financial or banking information
This information is collected only for purposes related to eligibility determination, compliance with legal and program requirements, and mortgage or financial qualification. Such information is not collected through general website browsing, is accessible only to authorized personnel, and is retained only as required by law or program guidelines.
Information Automatically Collected
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:
IP address
Browser type and device information
Pages visited and interactions with our site
Referring websites or search terms
This information is collected using standard technologies such as cookies and analytics tools and is used in aggregate to understand website usage and improve functionality.
2. How We Use Information
We use the information we collect to:
Process donations and issue tax acknowledgments
Coordinate volunteers and Habitat programs
Administer homeowner application and selection processes
Communicate about events, advocacy, impact, and opportunities
Respond to inquiries or requests
Improve our website, programs, and outreach
Comply with legal, regulatory, and reporting requirements
We collect and use only the information reasonably necessary to support Habitat for Humanity’s mission.
3. Mobile Phone Numbers and Text Messaging
If you provide a mobile phone number, it may be used only for Habitat-related purposes such as:
Volunteer coordination and scheduling
Event reminders and confirmations
Organizational updates you have opted in to receive
Mobile phone contact information will not be shared, sold, rented, or disclosed to third parties for marketing or promotional purposes, including for their own marketing use.
You may opt out of SMS communications at any time by replying STOP. Message and data rates may apply. Message frequency varies.
4. Information Sharing
Steuben County Habitat for Humanity does not sell, rent, or trade personal information.
We may share information only:
With trusted service providers (such as donation processors or email platforms) who assist us in operating our programs and website and are contractually required to protect your information
When required by law, regulation, or legal process
To protect the rights, safety, or property of Habitat, our supporters, or others
5. Relationship with Habitat for Humanity International
Steuben County Habitat for Humanity is an independent affiliate of Habitat for Humanity International (“HFHI”), a separately incorporated nonprofit organization.
In limited circumstances, personal information may be shared with HFHI when necessary to support participation in Habitat programs, reporting, or coordinated activities. Any information shared with HFHI is subject to HFHI’s own privacy practices. HFHI’s global privacy policy describes how HFHI collects, uses, and protects personal information.
Each Habitat affiliate, including ours, is responsible for its own privacy practices and policies.
6. Your Choices and Opt-Out Rights
You have control over your information:
Email communications: You may unsubscribe at any time using the link in our emails.
Text messages: Reply STOP to opt out.
Cookies: You may manage cookies through your browser settings.
Access or correction: You may request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal information, subject to applicable legal and record-keeping requirements, by contacting us.
We honor requests promptly and in accordance with applicable law.
7. Data Security
We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. Online donations and payments are processed using secure, encrypted systems. Habitat does not store full payment card numbers.
Sensitive personal information collected as part of the housing application process is subject to heightened administrative and technical protections and restricted access.
8. Children’s Privacy
Our website is not directed to children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children without parental consent.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
10. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact:
Steuben County Habitat for Humanity
PO Box 800
Corning, NY 14830
info@habitatsteuben.org
(607) 936-4444
Terms of Use
Steuben County Habitat for Humanity Website
Effective Date: January 1, 2026
By accessing or using this website, you agree to the following Terms of Use.
1. Purpose of This Website
This website is provided by Steuben County Habitat for Humanity to share information about our mission, programs, events, volunteer opportunities, advocacy, and fundraising efforts.
2. Acceptable Use
You agree to use this website only for lawful purposes and in a manner consistent with Habitat for Humanity’s mission and values. You may not:
Attempt to gain unauthorized access to systems or data
Interfere with the operation or security of the website
Use the website for fraudulent, misleading, or unrelated commercial purposes
3. Intellectual Property
All content on this website, including text, images, graphics, logos, videos, and design elements, is owned by Steuben County Habitat for Humanity or used with permission.
Habitat for Humanity® is a registered trademark of Habitat for Humanity International.
You may view, download, or print content for personal, noncommercial use only. Any other use requires prior written permission.
4. Donations and Payments
All donations made through this website are voluntary. Unless otherwise stated, donations are non-refundable. Payments are processed through secure third-party service providers. Habitat does not store full credit card or payment account information.
5. Links to Other Websites
This website may contain links to third-party websites, including Habitat for Humanity International and other partners. Steuben County Habitat for Humanity is not responsible for the content, availability, or privacy practices of external sites, which are governed by their own terms and policies.
6. Disclaimer
This website is provided “as is.” While we strive to keep information accurate and up to date, Habitat makes no warranties regarding completeness, accuracy, or availability of content.
7. Limitation of Liability
To the extent permitted by law, Steuben County Habitat for Humanity is not liable for any damages arising from the use of, or inability to use, this website.
8. Changes to These Terms
We may update these Terms of Use at any time. Continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.
9. Governing Law
These Terms of Use are governed by the laws of the State of New York.