About Us

ISKCON Temple of Greater Chicago (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is a religious non-profit organization located at 1505 McDowell Rd, Naperville, IL 60563-1147. We are dedicated to providing worship services, community outreach, spiritual and cultural education, and charitable programs for individuals and families.

We respect the privacy and dignity of every individual and are committed to handling personal information in a manner consistent with our spiritual values and with applicable laws, including those governing non-profit and religious organizations in DuPage County, the State of Illinois, and the United States.

Scope of This Policy

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard personal information collected through our online platforms (including our website, forms, and emails) and offline interactions (such as paper sign-ups and in-person events), collectively referred to as the “Services.”

If you have questions or concerns about our practices, please contact us at: [email protected]

1. What Information We Collect

We collect the following types of personal information, which you voluntarily provide to us when interacting with our Services:

– Contact Information: Name, mailing address, email address, and phone number.
– Donor and Payment Information: Donation history and limited payment data (handled securely by third-party processors).
– Volunteer or Event Information: Information provided when signing up to volunteer or participate in temple activities.
– Health or Safety Disclosures: Allergies or relevant health information for events.
– Spiritual or Personal Requests: Prayer submissions or requests for guidance.
– Photographs or Media: Photos or videos taken at events, unless requested otherwise.
– Survey or Feedback Data: Data submitted via surveys or feedback forms.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information only for purposes aligned with our religious mission, including:

– Communicating updates, newsletters, and spiritual messages.
– Facilitating donations and providing tax receipts.
– Managing event participation and volunteer coordination.
– Responding to prayer requests or spiritual needs.
– Improving our services and understanding community needs.
– Complying with legal obligations or protecting community integrity.

We do not sell or rent your personal data to third parties.

3. When and How We Share Your Information

We may share your information only in limited ways:

– With Trusted Service Providers: Such as email platforms, donation processors, and event software providers.
– Legal Compliance: To comply with legal process or law enforcement.
– With Your Consent: For purposes beyond this policy.

4. Your Communication Preferences

You may receive communications about temple events, newsletters, or fundraising. You can opt out of non-essential communications at any time by:

– Clicking the “unsubscribe” link in our emails
– Contacting us at: [email protected]

We may still contact you regarding donations, confirmations, or essential notices.

5. Data Retention and Deletion

We retain personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill its original purpose or meet legal requirements. This includes:

– Tax and legal record-keeping obligations
– Ongoing volunteer or donor relationships

You may request deletion of your personal data, and we will honor it unless retention is required.

6. Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect or solicit personal information from children under 13. If you believe this has occurred, please contact us immediately.

7. Use of Cookies and Website Analytics

Our website may use cookies and third-party analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics) to understand visitor behavior. You can manage cookies via your browser. Use of our website implies consent.

8. International Data Transfers

If you access our Services from outside the U.S., your information may be transferred to and processed in the U.S. We apply safeguards to protect such data as required.

9. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. The effective date will reflect the latest version. Please review it regularly.

10. Contact Us

ISKCON Temple of Greater Chicago
1505 McDowell Rd, Naperville, IL 60563
Email: [email protected]