Privacy Policy

Effective Date: January 1, 2023

Last Updated: February 9, 2026

Three Stooges Rescue Inc. (“Three Stooges Rescue,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect information when you visit www.threestoogesrescue.org (the “Site”), submit an application, make a donation, or contact us.

By using the Site, you agree to this Privacy Policy.

Information We Collect

A. Information you provide to us

We may collect information you voluntarily provide, such as:

• Contact information: name, email address, phone number, mailing address
  
  
• Communications: messages you send through our Site, email, social media, or other channels
  
  
• Donation-related information: your name (or donor display name), donation amount, date, and any message you include with a donation (see Section 4 for payment details)
  
  

B. Information collected automatically

When you use the Site, we (and our website service providers) may automatically collect:

• Device and usage data: IP address, browser type, device identifiers, pages viewed, referring/exit pages, and timestamps
  
  
• Cookies and similar technologies: small files that help the Site function, improve performance, and support basic security (see Section 6)
  
  

How We Use Information

We use information to:

• Operate and maintain the Site
  
  
• Respond to inquiries and provide support
  
  
• Process and manage rescue-related communications
  
  
• Provide donation acknowledgements/receipts where applicable
  
  
• Improve Site performance and user experience
  
  
• Protect against fraud, misuse, and security risks
  
  
• Comply with legal, accounting, and recordkeeping requirements
  
  

Website Hosting and Operation (GoDaddy)

Our Site is created and operated using GoDaddy services (such as hosting and/or website builder tools). GoDaddy may collect certain information automatically (for example, through server logs, cookies, and security tools) to provide website functionality, performance, and security.

GoDaddy’s handling of information is governed by GoDaddy’s own privacy policy and terms.

Donations and Payment Processing (Third Parties)

We accept donations through third-party platforms. When you donate using these services, your payment and related personal information is collected and processed by the platform you choose, under that platform’s privacy policy and terms.

Donation platforms we use may include:

• PayPal
  
  
• Venmo
  
  
• Cash App
  
  
• Zelle
  
  
• CUDDLY
  
  
• pledge.to
  
  
• Stripe
  
  

We do not store full payment card details on our own servers. We may keep limited donation records (such as donor name, amount, date, and receipt/confirmation details) for donor acknowledgment, bookkeeping, and compliance.

Applications (Shelterluv)

Applications are submitted through Shelterluv (shelterluv.com). Information you provide in an application is collected and processed by Shelterluv and shared with us for rescue operations (such as evaluating applications, communicating with applicants, and coordinating placements).

Shelterluv’s handling of application information is governed by Shelterluv’s privacy policy and terms.

Cookies and Similar Technologies

Cookies and similar technologies help websites:

• load properly and remember basic settings
  
  
• protect against spam and abuse
  
  
• measure general site performance (like which pages are visited most)
  
  

You can control cookies through your browser settings. If you disable cookies, some Site features may not function correctly.

Analytics / pixels (plain-English explanation)

“Analytics” are tools that show basic visitor stats (example: how many people visited, what pages are popular).

A “pixel” is a small tracking tool often used for advertising measurement (example: whether a Facebook/Instagram ad led to a website visit).

If you’re not intentionally using these, your Site may still have basic performance and security tracking through GoDaddy and standard website operations.

How We Share Information

We do not sell your personal information.

We may share information:

• With service providers who help us operate (such as GoDaddy for website services and Shelterluv for applications), only as needed to provide those services
  
  
• With donation/payment platforms you choose to use to complete a donation
  
  
• For legal and safety reasons (to comply with law, respond to lawful requests, protect rights/safety, and prevent fraud)
  
  
• With your direction/consent (when you request or authorize it)
  
  

Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as reasonably necessary for:

• rescue operations and communications
  
  
• application management
  
  
• donation and accounting recordkeeping
  
  
• legal and compliance obligations
  
  
• security and dispute resolution
  
  

Data Security

We use reasonable safeguards to protect personal information. However, no website or online transmission is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Children’s Privacy

Our Site is not intended for children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided personal information, contact us so we can delete it.

Your Choices and Requests

You may request to access, correct, or delete personal information we maintain about you, subject to legal/operational limits (for example, required donation recordkeeping). To make a request, contact us using the information below.

External Links

The Site may link to third-party sites (donation platforms, social media, partners). We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their privacy policies.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date. Continued use of the Site indicates acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Us

Three Stooges Rescue Inc.

Website: www.threestoogesrescue.org

Email: dreamdirector@threestoogesrescue.org

Mailing Address: 213 SW Chandler Ter Port St Lucie, FL 34984

Phone: (772) 877-5890