Privacy Policy

Effective Date: July 1, 2025

The Millennium Park Foundation (“MPF,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website (the “Site”), subscribe to our communications, make donations, or otherwise engage with us online.

By accessing or using the Site, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA) or California, this policy also describes your rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).

Information We Collect

a. We may collect personal information directly from you when you:

  • Subscribe to our newsletter

  • Make a donation

  • Fill out a contact form

  • Register for events or volunteer opportunities

This information may include:

  • Full name

  • Email address

  • Mailing address

  • Phone number

  • Payment details (processed through third-party vendors)

b. When you use our Site, we may collect information using automated technologies, such as cookies, server logs, and third-party analytics tools, including:

  • IP address

  • Browser type and version

  • Device and operating system

  • Referring URL

  • Pages visited, time spent on each page, and interaction data

Use of Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our Site. Google Analytics collects information such as how often users visit, what pages they visit, and what website they used prior to coming to ours.

This data is used to:

  • Improve our website functionality and content

  • Measure performance and traffic patterns

  • Analyze visitor behavior

Google may retain and use this data per their Google Privacy Policy.

You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking via the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

Email Communications via Mailchimp

We use Mailchimp to manage and send our newsletters and other communications. When you subscribe to our email list, your contact information (such as your email and name) is stored on Mailchimp servers in accordance with their Privacy Policy.

You can unsubscribe at any time using the “Unsubscribe” link included in every email or by contacting us directly.

How We Use Your Information

We may use the information we collect for the following purposes:

  • To communicate with you about news, events, and fundraising efforts

  • To personalize and improve your experience on our Site

  • To process donations and acknowledgments

  • To manage subscriptions and user preferences

  • To comply with legal obligations

Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

For individuals located in the EEA, our legal bases for collecting and processing your personal information include:

  • Your consent (e.g., newsletter signup)

  • Fulfillment of a contract (e.g., event registration)

  • Compliance with legal obligations

  • Our legitimate interest (e.g., to improve the Site and promote our mission)

Your Rights

Under GDPR (EU Residents)

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal data

  • Correct inaccurate data

  • Request deletion of your data

  • Object to or restrict certain processing

  • Data portability

  • Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise any of these rights, please email us at info@mpfdn.org with “GDPR Request” in the subject line.

Under CCPA (California Residents)

You have the right to:

  • Know what personal data is collected and how it is used

  • Request access to your data

  • Request deletion of your data

  • Opt-out of the sale of personal data (we do not sell personal data)

To submit a CCPA request, email us at info@mpfdn.org with "CCPA Request" in the subject line.

We do not discriminate against users who exercise their rights under CCPA.

Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share data with:

  • Service providers, such as Mailchimp or payment processors

  • Legal authorities, if required by law or to protect our rights

  • Analytics providers, such as Google, for performance tracking

All third parties are required to protect your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy and applicable laws.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. You may request data deletion at any time.

Data Security

We use administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your data. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal information, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure.

Children’s Privacy

Our Site is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have done so, please email us at info@mpfdn.org with “Minor Privacy” in the subject line.

Cookies and Tracking

Our Site uses cookies to enhance user experience. You may opt out by adjusting your browser settings. Blocking cookies may impact your ability to use certain features.

Third-Party Links

Our Site may contain links to other websites. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of those websites. Please review their privacy policies independently.

International Users

If you are accessing our Site from outside the United States, you consent to the transfer, processing, and storage of your information in the U.S., which may not offer the same level of data protection as your home jurisdiction.

Policy Updates

We may revise this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with a revised “Effective Date.” Continued use of the Site constitutes your agreement to the updated policy.

Contact Us

For privacy inquiries, data requests, or concerns:

Millennium Park Foundation

201 E. Randolph Street

Chicago, Il

60601

Email: info@mpfdn.org

Phone: +1-312-605-8585

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