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LEGAL NOTICE AND DISCLAIMER

Blooming Futures Foundation

(Last Updated: October 29, 2025)

1. General Disclaimer for Website Content

The information provided on the Blooming Futures Foundation website (the "Website") is for general informational and educational purposes only. We strive to keep the information accurate and current, but we provide no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, regarding the completeness, accuracy, reliability, or suitability of the Website content.

Any reliance you place on information found here is strictly at your own risk.

2. Health and Wellness Disclaimer (Kenya)

The content, advice, and program descriptions related to substance use/abuse guidance and mental illness support are not substitutes for professional care.

  • The Foundation's staff and volunteers are not licensed medical professionals, clinical psychologists, or psychiatrists, and the services provided are peer-support and guidance-based.
  • Always seek the advice of a qualified healthcare provider registered with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC) or a licensed mental health professional regarding any medical condition or mental health concern.
  • Never delay or disregard professional medical advice because of information received through the Foundation's programs or Website.
  • The Foundation is not liable for any personal decisions or actions taken based on our informational content.

3. Copyright and Intellectual Property

All content on this Website, including text, images, logos, and program names, is the property of the Blooming Futures Foundation and is protected under Kenyan Copyright Law (Cap 130) and international treaties.

  • You may only view, download, and print pages for your personal, non-commercial use.
  • Any reproduction, modification, distribution, transmission, or republication of the Website content without the prior written consent of the Blooming Futures Foundation is strictly prohibited and constitutes a breach of copyright.
  • The Foundation’s name and logo are proprietary and protected trademarks.

4. External Links Disclaimer

This Website may feature links to external websites for your convenience. The Blooming Futures Foundation does not endorse the content of these third-party sites, has no control over their availability or content, and assumes no responsibility for any loss or damage arising from your use of them.

5. Donation and Financial Policy

The Blooming Futures Foundation is a non-profit organization registered in Kenya.

  • All donations are made voluntarily and are non-refundable.
  • The Foundation reserves the right to allocate donated funds to its general mission and current community programs (including sports, environmental, and dignity initiatives) at the discretion of the Board of Directors, as permitted by the Foundation's governing documents.
  • Receipts for donations for potential tax-deduction purposes will be issued in compliance with the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) guidelines.

6. Governing Law

This Legal Notice, all policies, and any issues arising from the use of this Website shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the Laws of the Republic of Kenya. Any legal disputes will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the Courts of Kenya.

Thank you for your support of the Blooming Futures Foundation.



PRIVACY POLICY

Blooming Futures Foundation

(In Compliance with the Data Protection Act, No. 24 of 2019, Laws of Kenya)

(Effective Date: October 29, 2025)

1. Introduction and Commitment

The Blooming Futures Foundation is committed to protecting your privacy and personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information in compliance with the Data Protection Act, 2019 (DPA) of the Republic of Kenya.

By interacting with our website, programs, or services, you consent to the data practices described in this policy.

2. Information About Us (The Data Controller)

Detail

Description

Data Controller

Blooming Futures Foundation

Registration Status

Registered Non-Profit/Charitable Organization in Kenya (Specify legal registration number if available)

Contact Person

[Insert Name or Title, e.g., The Data Protection Officer]

Email Address

[Insert dedicated Data Protection Email, e.g., privacy@bloomingfutures.org]

Physical Address

[Insert Foundation's Primary Office Address in Kenya]

3. Data Protection Principles

We adhere to the core principles of the DPA:

  • Lawfulness, Fairness, and Transparency: We process data lawfully and tell you exactly how it will be used.
  • Purpose Limitation: Data is collected only for specified, explicit, and legitimate purposes.
  • Data Minimisation: We only collect data that is adequate, relevant, and necessary for the stated purpose.
  • Accuracy: We take reasonable steps to ensure your data is accurate and up to date.
  • Storage Limitation: Data is kept for no longer than is necessary.
  • Integrity and Confidentiality: We implement security measures to protect data from unauthorized access or loss.

4. What Personal Data We Collect and Why

We collect different types of data based on your interaction with the Foundation:

Category of Data

Examples of Data Collected

Primary Purpose for Collection (Lawful Basis)

Donor/Financial Data

Name, email, phone number, physical address, payment method details (via secure third-party payment processor).

Processing donations, issuing KRA-compliant receipts, and communicating impact. (Legal Obligation & Legitimate Interest)

Volunteer/Staff Data

Full names, ID/Passport number, contact details, CVs, banking information, emergency contacts.

Recruitment, contract performance, payroll, and background screening. (Contractual Necessity & Legal Obligation)

Programme Participant Data

Name, age, school, photo/video consent for reporting.

Facilitating participation in programs (e.g., football team, tree planting). (Consent/Legitimate Interest)

Sensitive Personal Data*

(For Guidance & Support Programmes): Health status (mental or physical), substance use history.

Providing vital guidance, support, and necessary referrals, and ensuring the participant's well-being. (Explicit Consent & Vital Interest)

Website Data

IP address, browser type, pages visited, time spent.

Improving website performance, security, and user experience. (Legitimate Interest)

*Note on Sensitive Personal Data & Children's Data: Processing of sensitive data (health) is done only with the explicit and unambiguous consent of the Data Subject or their Parent/Guardian if the participant is a minor, strictly to protect their vital interests and provide necessary support.

5. Sharing of Personal Data

We do not sell, rent, or lease your personal data to third parties. We may share data only under the following limited circumstances:

  1. With Your Consent: If we have your express, written, and informed consent.
  2. Service Providers (Data Processors): With partners who perform functions on our behalf (e.g., email service providers, website hosts, auditors), provided they have signed agreements requiring them to comply with the Kenyan DPA.
  3. Legal Requirements: Where required by Kenyan Law (e.g., KRA, Police, Court Order).
  4. Vital Interest: To protect the life or vital interests of the Data Subject or another person (e.g., in a medical emergency).

6. Security and Retention

  • Security: We implement technical and organizational measures (like encryption, password protection, and access control) to safeguard data from loss, misuse, unauthorized access, disclosure, or alteration.
  • Retention: We only retain personal data for as long as is necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by Kenyan law (e.g., financial records). Once data is no longer needed, it is securely deleted or anonymized.

7. Your Data Subject Rights (DPA, 2019)

As a Data Subject in Kenya, you have the following rights concerning your personal data:

  1. Right to be Informed: To be told about the use of your personal data (as detailed in this policy).
  2. Right of Access: To request access to the personal data we hold about you.
  3. Right to Object: To object to the processing of all or part of your personal data.
  4. Right to Rectification: To request the correction of false, misleading, or inaccurate data.
  5. Right to Erasure (The Right to be Forgotten): To request the deletion of false or misleading data about you.
  6. Right to Withdraw Consent: To withdraw your consent at any time (where processing is based on consent).
  7. Right to Portability: To receive your personal data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format.

8. How to Exercise Your Rights or Lodge a Complaint

To exercise any of the rights listed above, please submit a written request via email to our Data Protection Officer at [Insert dedicated Data Protection Email, e.g., privacy@bloomingfutures.org].

If you are not satisfied with our response, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Office of the Data Protection Commissioner (ODPC) in Kenya.

9. Changes to this Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website.


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