The Privacy Policy

The Privacy Policy 

Effective Date: 1/22/26 

Gateway For Cancer Research (“Gateway,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy and safeguarding the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, protect, and disclose information obtained through our website, communications, programs, events, and services (collectively, the “Services”). 

By accessing or using our Services, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of information:

Personal Information

Information that identifies or can reasonably be associated with an individual, including but not limited to: 

•  Name 
•  Mailing address 
•  Email address 
•  Phone number 
•  Donation and transaction information 
•  Event registration details 
•  Communication preferences

Digital and Usage Information

When you visit our website or interact with our digital content, we may automatically collect: 

•  IP address 
•  Browser type and operating system 
•  Device information 
•  Pages viewed and links clicked 
•  Date and time of visits

SMS and Email Information

If you opt in to receive communications from us via email or SMS/text message, we collect the contact details and consent required to deliver those messages. 

How We Use Information

We use collected information for legitimate nonprofit and operational purposes, including to: 

•  Process donations and acknowledgments 
•  Communicate about our mission, programs, events, and research initiatives 
•  Respond to inquiries and requests 
•  Manage event registrations and participation 
•  Improve our website, services, and outreach 
•  Comply with legal, regulatory, and reporting requirements 

Data Sharing and Disclosure

Gateway For Cancer Research respects your privacy and is committed to limiting data sharing. 

•  We do not sell, rent, trade, or share personal information with third parties for marketing purposes.
•  We do not share email addresses or SMS/text messaging data with third parties, affiliates, or non-affiliates.
•  Personal information is not shared outside Gateway except as necessary to provide Services (such as secure payment processing) or when required by law. 

Service providers who assist us (e.g., payment processors, email platforms, or IT providers) are contractually obligated to protect data and use it only for authorized purposes.  

Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect personal information against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. These measures include secure systems, access controls, and data minimization practices. 

While no system can be guaranteed to be 100% secure, we take data protection seriously and continuously review and enhance our security practices.  

Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, comply with legal and regulatory obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements. 

Your Choices and Rights

You have the right to: 

•  Opt out of email or SMS communications at any time by following unsubscribe instructions or contacting us directly 
•  Request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal information, subject to legal and operational requirements 
•  Update communication preferences 

Requests may be submitted using the contact information below. 

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to enhance user experience and analyze website performance. You may adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies; however, some features of the website may not function properly. 

Children’s Privacy

Gateway For Cancer Research does not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. If we become aware that such information has been collected inadvertently, we will take appropriate steps to delete it. 

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. Gateway is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those external sites. We encourage users to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites they visit. 

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in practices, technology, or legal requirements. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. 

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data protection practices, please contact: 

Gateway For Cancer Research 
1449 South Michigan Avenue
Suite 13128
Chicago, IL 60605

888-221-2873
contact@gatewaycr.org