4theONE Foundation

Privacy Policy

Effective Date: June 17, 2026

4theONE Foundation (‘Foundation,’ ‘we,’ ‘us,’ or ‘our’) is a Texas-based 501(c)(3) charitable organization dedicated to locating and recovering missing, exploited, and sex-trafficked youth. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you interact with our website (https://4theone.org), submit information to us, or communicate with us by phone or text message.

  1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of personal information:

  • Contact information: name, mailing address, email address, and phone number.
  • Case-related information: details about a missing or exploited youth provided voluntarily by families, guardians, caseworkers, or law enforcement.
  • Donation and financial information: as processed by our secure third-party donation platform (Bloomerang). We do not store payment card numbers on our servers.
  • Communication records: emails, messages, and call or text message logs related to your inquiries or case assistance.
  • Website usage data: IP address, browser type, pages visited, and other analytics data collected automatically via cookies and similar technologies.
  1. How We Collect Information

We collect information in the following ways:

  • Directly from you when you complete a contact form, submit a case referral, donate, or sign up for communications.
  • From law enforcement agencies, caseworkers, or other organizations that refer cases to us.
  • Automatically through cookies and web analytics tools when you visit our website.
  1. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Locate and recover missing, exploited, and sex-trafficked youth.
  • Communicate with families, guardians, caseworkers, and law enforcement about open cases.
  • Send appointment reminders and case-related updates via phone call, email, or text message.
  • Process and acknowledge charitable donations.
  • Improve our website and services.
  • Comply with applicable laws and regulations.
  1. SMS / Text Message Communications

With your prior written or verbal consent, we may contact you by text message (SMS) regarding: (1) appointment reminders, and (2) updates and conversations concerning a missing person case. By providing your mobile phone number and opting in to receive text messages, you agree to receive such messages from the Foundation.

Standard messaging disclosures: Message and data rates may apply. Message frequency varies. You may opt out at any time by replying STOP. For assistance, reply HELP or contact us at info@4theone.org or https://4theone.org/contact.

IMPORTANT: Mobile phone numbers and SMS consent information collected by the Foundation will NOT be shared with any third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes. SMS opt-in data and consent are excluded from all third-party data sharing.

  1. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share information only in the following limited circumstances:

  • With law enforcement agencies or caseworkers actively working on a missing person case, to the extent necessary to locate and recover a missing youth.
  • With trusted service providers who assist our operations (e.g., our donation platform, email service, or website host), subject to confidentiality obligations.
  • When required by law, court order, or government authority.
  • To protect the safety of any person or to prevent fraud or illegal activity.

We do NOT share SMS opt-in information, mobile phone numbers collected for SMS purposes, or any SMS consent data with third parties for marketing or promotional purposes.

  1. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Policy, or as required by applicable law. Case-related information may be retained for the duration of an investigation and for a reasonable period thereafter.

  1. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of electronic transmission or storage is 100% secure.

  1. Cookies and Analytics

Our website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to analyze website traffic and improve user experience. You may configure your browser to refuse cookies; however, some website features may not function properly if cookies are disabled.

  1. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information directly from children under 13. Case-related information concerning minors is collected only from families, guardians, or authorized caseworkers or law enforcement officials.

  1. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to access, correct, or request deletion of your personal information. Texas residents may also have rights under the Texas Data Privacy and Security Act (TDPSA). To exercise these rights, contact us at the information below. We will respond within a reasonable time.

  1. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The revised policy will be posted on our website at https://4theone.org with the updated effective date. Continued use of our website or services after the effective date constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

  1. Contact Us

For questions about this Privacy Policy or to exercise your privacy rights, contact:

4theONE Foundation

Website: https://4theone.org/contact

Email: info@4theone.org