Privacy Policy

Scope and Application


This Privacy Policy applies to all pages hosted under the domain www.gpaa.us, including those associated with our online donation processing. It governs the management of personal information collected through these pages and by other means communicated to the Gaza Palestinian-American Association (GPAA).

Privacy and Information Collection


When you provide personal information on the GPAA website, that information is exclusively shared with GPAA unless explicitly stated otherwise or as required by law. GPAA may collect aggregate data about visitors, including but not limited to IP addresses, browser types, and domain names, and monitors visitor usage patterns through standard analytical tools to enhance website functionality.

GPAA is committed to protecting your privacy and will not rent, trade, or sell your email address to any third party.

Personally Identifiable Information


GPAA collects personal information from visitors and supporters when they:

  • Register for membership
  • Make donations, either online or offline
  • Subscribe to our newsletters
  • Participate in our online community

Personal information is collected only with your consent. GPAA does not automatically recognize or collect personal information based solely on your email address. You are provided with the options to unsubscribe from mailing lists and to request the deletion of any personal information retained by GPAA.

Use of Collected Information


GPAA uses the information voluntarily provided by you to deliver electronic communications, such as newsletters, and to administer and enhance the website. We may also send printed publications or mail appeals.

GPAA respects your privacy and does not sell or rent its mailing list.

Updating, Correcting, or Deleting Personal Information


Accuracy of personal information is crucial. If you need to update or inquire about your personal information related to donations, please contact GPAA via the designated email address.

Protection of Personal Information


GPAA employs industry-standard encryption technologies when transferring and receiving sensitive data from our site visitors. All online donations are processed through secure servers, ensuring the highest levels of security.

GPAA does not retain credit card information after transactions. Efforts are made to secure and protect all personal information against loss, misuse, or alteration. However, no data transmission over the Internet can be guaranteed as entirely secure.

Links to Third-Party Sites


The GPAA website may include links to external websites. While GPAA selects these links carefully, it is not responsible for the content or privacy practices of these external sites. Users are advised to review the privacy policies of external sites before engaging with them.

Linking to the GPAA Website


External websites may link to the GPAA website without explicit permission provided the link does not falsely represent or mischaracterize any relationship with GPAA, and the integrity of the GPAA web content is maintained.

Referral Service


If you use our referral service to tell a friend about our site, we will ask for your friend’s name and email address. A one-time email will be sent inviting them to visit the site. This information is used only for the purpose of sending this one-time email.

Changes to Privacy Policy


GPAA reserves the right to amend this privacy policy. Any changes will be posted on our website, ensuring you are always aware of what information we collect, how we use it, and under which circumstances we may disclose it.

Terms of Use


By using this site, you accept these Terms of Use, which GPAA may modify from time to time. Continued use of the site after such modifications implies acceptance of the revised terms.

This site is provided “as is” without any warranties, express or implied. GPAA will not be liable for any damages arising from the use of this site. You are responsible for ensuring that your use of the site does not infringe on any laws or the rights of any third party.

Governing Law


This Privacy Policy and Terms of Use are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the District of Columbia, and any disputes will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in the District of Columbia.

Contact Information


For questions or concerns regarding this policy, please contact us at info@gpaa.us.

Termination of Use


If these terms are not accepted in their entirety, you must immediately terminate your use of this site.