Privacy Policy
Last Updated: June 2026
Introduction
Welcome to Seemant Sewa Foundation.
Seemant Sewa Foundation (“Foundation”, “we”, “our”, or “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy, confidentiality, and security of the personal information entrusted to us by donors, beneficiaries, volunteers, supporters, website visitors, and community members.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, process, protect, and disclose personal information when you visit our website, make donations, participate in our programs, subscribe to communications, volunteer with us, or otherwise interact with the Foundation.
By accessing or using our website and services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.
About Seemant Sewa Foundation
Seemant Sewa Foundation is a charitable organization working to improve healthcare access, education, community welfare, and social development, particularly in remote, rural, and underserved regions of India.
Website: https://seemantsewafoundation.org
Registered Office Address:
Ward No. 7, Meena Bazar, Banbasa,
Tehsil Poornagiri, District Champawat,
Uttarakhand – 262310, India
Information We Collect
We may collect personal and technical information necessary for operating our programs, processing donations, complying with legal requirements, and improving our services.
Personal Information
Depending on your interaction with us, we may collect:
- Full Name
- Email Address
- Mobile Number
- Postal Address
- PAN Number (where required)
- Donation Amount and Transaction Details
- Volunteer Information
- Communication Preferences
- Information submitted through forms, surveys, registrations, or inquiries
Technical Information
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:
- IP Address
- Browser Type and Version
- Device Information
- Operating System
- Referring Website Information
- Pages Visited
- Time Spent on Website
- Cookies and Similar Technologies
- Website Usage Analytics
How We Use Your Information
We use information for legitimate organizational purposes, including:
- Processing donations and recurring contributions
- Generating donation receipts and 80G certificates
- Maintaining donor records
- Responding to inquiries and support requests
- Managing volunteer and outreach activities
- Sharing updates regarding Foundation initiatives and impact
- Improving website functionality and user experience
- Conducting internal reporting and organizational analysis
- Preventing fraud and misuse
- Meeting legal, tax, audit, regulatory, and compliance obligations
Healthcare and Community Program Information
Individuals participating in healthcare camps, medical outreach programs, educational initiatives, or community welfare activities may voluntarily provide information relevant to receiving services.
Such information is collected only where necessary and is used solely for service delivery, program management, record maintenance, reporting, and related organizational purposes.
We do not disclose beneficiary information except:
- With the individual’s consent;
- Where required by law;
- For legitimate operational purposes directly related to the program.
PAN Information
Where PAN details are collected, they are used exclusively for:
- Tax compliance purposes;
- Issuance of 80G certificates and donation receipts;
- Financial record management;
- Statutory and regulatory reporting obligations.
PAN information is treated as confidential and is accessible only to authorized personnel responsible for finance, compliance, donor management, and audit requirements.
Online Donations and Payment Processing
To facilitate secure online donations, we use trusted third-party payment service providers including Razorpay and other authorized payment processors.
Please note:
- We do not store complete debit card numbers, credit card numbers, CVV information, UPI PINs, net banking credentials, or other sensitive financial information on our servers.
- Payment transactions are processed directly through secure payment gateways.
- Payment service providers maintain independent privacy and security policies governing payment information.
We encourage donors to review the privacy policies of payment service providers before completing transactions.
Information Sharing and Disclosure
Seemant Sewa Foundation does not sell, rent, lease, or trade personal information.
Information may be shared only in the following circumstances:
- With payment processors for donation transactions;
- With service providers assisting in website operations and organizational functions;
- With auditors, accountants, legal advisors, and regulatory authorities;
- To comply with applicable laws, regulations, court orders, or governmental requests;
- To protect the rights, safety, property, and integrity of the Foundation and its stakeholders.
All authorized third parties are expected to maintain appropriate confidentiality and security standards.
Data Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational safeguards to protect information from:
- Unauthorized access;
- Loss or theft;
- Misuse;
- Disclosure;
- Alteration;
- Destruction.
While we strive to maintain industry-standard security measures, no method of internet transmission or electronic storage can be guaranteed to be completely secure. Accordingly, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to:
- Process donations;
- Maintain donor relationships;
- Manage healthcare and community programs;
- Maintain financial and accounting records;
- Comply with legal, regulatory, taxation, audit, and reporting requirements.
When information is no longer required, it is securely deleted, anonymized, or archived in accordance with applicable laws and organizational requirements.
Cookies and Website Analytics
Our website may use cookies, analytics tools, and similar technologies to:
- Improve website functionality;
- Understand visitor behavior;
- Analyze website performance;
- Enhance user experience;
- Support security and fraud prevention measures.
Users may choose to disable cookies through browser settings; however, certain website features may not function properly.
Your Privacy Rights
Subject to applicable laws, including relevant provisions of the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023, where applicable, you may have the right to:
- Access personal information held about you;
- Request correction of inaccurate information;
- Request deletion of information where legally permissible;
- Withdraw consent for future communications;
- Raise concerns regarding the processing of your personal information.
Requests may be submitted using the contact information provided below.
Children’s Privacy
Our website is not intended to knowingly collect personal information from children without appropriate parental or guardian consent where required by law.
If you believe a child has provided personal information through our website without appropriate authorization, please contact us so appropriate action may be taken.
Third-Party Websites
Our website may contain links to external websites, partners, social media platforms, and third-party resources.
Seemant Sewa Foundation is not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or security of external websites. Users are encouraged to review the privacy policies of third-party websites before sharing personal information.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in legal requirements, organizational practices, website functionality, or operational needs.
Any revisions will be posted on this page together with an updated “Last Updated” date.
Continued use of our website after publication of changes constitutes acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.
Governing Law
This Privacy Policy shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of India.
Any dispute arising from or relating to this Privacy Policy shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the competent courts located in Uttarakhand, India.
Contact Us
For any questions, concerns, requests, or complaints regarding this Privacy Policy or the handling of personal information, please contact:
Seemant Sewa Foundation
Email: info@seemantsewafoundation.org
Website: https://seemantsewafoundation.org
Address:
Ward No. 7, Meena Bazar, Banbasa,
Tehsil Poornagiri, District Champawat,
Uttarakhand – 262310, India
We value your trust and remain committed to protecting your privacy while advancing our mission of delivering accessible healthcare, education, and community support to those who need it most.