Effective Date: November 2025
Organization: Empowerment Ministries International (EMI)
Mailing Address: PO Box 22543, Bakersfield, CA 93390, USA
Website: www.empowermentministries.org

1. Introduction
Empowerment Ministries International (“EMI,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit our website, subscribe to our updates, make a donation, or otherwise interact with our ministry.
By using our website or providing your information, you agree to the terms described in this policy.

2. Information We Collect

a. Information You Provide Directly
– Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address (for example, when signing up for newsletters or donating).
– Payment or billing details when you make donations through our online forms.
– Any message or information you send to us via forms or email.

b. Information Collected Automatically
When you visit our site, we may automatically collect:
– IP address and browser type
– Date and time of visit
– Pages viewed and time spent
– Device information (desktop, tablet, or phone)
We may use cookies and similar technologies (including Google Analytics and Mailchimp) to help us understand visitor activity and improve our communication efforts.

3. How We Use Your Information
– To send ministry updates, newsletters, and event invitations
– To process and acknowledge donations
– To improve website functionality and outreach effectiveness
– To respond to your inquiries and prayer requests
– To comply with legal or regulatory requirements
We do not sell, rent, or exchange your personal information with other organizations for commercial purposes.

4. Email & Mailchimp Communication
When you subscribe or donate, your email address may be added to our mailing list managed through Mailchimp or a similar email service provider. These services help us send updates and manage subscriptions securely. You can unsubscribe at any time using the “Unsubscribe” link in our emails or by contacting us directly.

5. Donations & Payment Security
Online donations are processed through secure third-party payment processors such as Stripe or PayPal. We do not store full credit card numbers on our servers. All transactions are encrypted and handled according to industry security standards.

6. Data Retention
We keep your information only as long as necessary for the purposes described in this policy or as required by law. You may request that we update or delete your information by contacting us at contact@empowermentministries.org.

7. Your Privacy Rights (California Residents)
If you are a California resident, you may have the right to:
– Request access to the personal information we hold about you
– Request correction or deletion of your personal data (subject to legal obligations)
– Opt out of receiving communications at any time
To exercise these rights, contact us at contact@empowermentministries.org. We will respond to verified requests as required by law, including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).

8. Links to Other Sites
Our website may include links to partner ministries or external services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those third-party sites and encourage you to review their privacy policies.

9. Protecting Children’s Privacy
Our website and email communications are not directed toward children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we learn that we have collected such information, we will take steps to delete it.

10. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. The updated version will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

11. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, please contact:

Empowerment Ministries International (EMI)
PO Box 22543
Bakersfield, CA 93390, USA
Email: contact@empowermentministries.org
Website: www.empowermentministries.org