Who we are
Kamalnishtha Sansthan is a grassroots, non-profit organization working for the upliftment of rural and underserved communities through education, livelihood development, environmental sustainability, community empowerment, and social welfare initiatives.
Our official website is: https://kamalnishtha.org
Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
a) Personal Information (Voluntarily Provided)
Any information shared through:
Name
Email address
Phone number
Address (if provided)
Any information shared through:
Contact forms
Donation forms
Volunteer or “Join Us” forms
Comments or messages
b) Non-Personal Information (Automatically Collected)
IP address
Browser type and version
Device information
Pages visited on our website
Date and time of visit
This data helps us understand website usage and improve user experience.
Comments
When visitors leave comments on our website:
- We collect the data shown in the comments form
- We also collect the visitor’s IP address and browser user agent string to help with spam detection
An anonymized hash of your email address may be shared with the Gravatar service to display profile images.
Gravatar Privacy Policy: https://automattic.com/privacy/
Media Uploads
If you upload images to our website (for example through forms or submissions):
- Please avoid uploading images with embedded location data (EXIF GPS)
- Visitors may be able to download and extract location data from uploaded images
Cookies
Our website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience.
Cookies may be used to:
- Remember your preferences
- Save form details for convenience
- Analyze website traffic
- Types of Cookies We Use
- Comment cookies (saved for up to 1 year)
- Login cookies (temporary and session-based)
- Preference cookies (display settings)
- You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings at any time.
Embedded content from other websites
Pages on this website may include embedded content such as:
- Videos (YouTube, etc.)
- Images
- Social media posts
Embedded content behaves the same way as if you visited the external website directly.
These websites may collect data, use cookies, and track interactions according to their own privacy policies.
How We Use Your Information
We use collected information to:
- Respond to inquiries and messages
- Process donations and support requests
- Manage volunteer and partnership applications
- Improve website performance and content
- Maintain security and prevent misuse
- Communicate updates related to our programs and activities
We do not sell, rent, or trade personal information to third parties.
Sharing of Information
We may share limited data only:
- With trusted service providers (email, hosting, security tools)
- When required by law or legal obligations
- To protect the rights, safety, or integrity of our organization and users
All third parties are expected to respect data confidentiality.
How Long We Retain Your Data
- Comments and their metadata may be retained indefinitely
- Form submissions are retained only as long as necessary
- Registered users (if any) can view, edit, or delete their personal information
We retain data only for administrative, legal, and security purposes.
Your Rights Over Your Data
You have the right to:
- Request access to your personal data
- Request correction or deletion of your data
- Withdraw consent for data usage (where applicable)
To exercise your rights, please contact us through the Contact Us page.
Where Your Data Is Sent
Visitor comments may be checked through automated spam detection services to ensure website security.
Data Security
We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your data against:
- Unauthorized access
- Data loss
- Misuse or alteration
However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.
External Links
Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites.
We encourage you to read their privacy policies separately
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in legal requirements or our practices.
Updates will be posted on this page.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or data usage, please reach us through our Contact Us page on the website.
Refund & Cancellation Policy
Kamalnishtha Sansthan is a non-profit organization. Donations made to the organization are voluntary and are utilized to support various social, educational, environmental, and community development initiatives.
As a general policy, donations once made cannot be cancelled or refunded.
Refund Eligibility
Refunds may be considered only in exceptional cases, such as:
- Duplicate transactions due to technical errors
- Incorrect amount charged because of payment gateway failure
The donor must notify us within 7 working days of the transaction date.
Refund Processing
- Approved refunds (if applicable) will be processed within 7–10 working days
- Refunds will be made through the original mode of payment
Important Note
- Once a donation receipt has been issued, refunds cannot be processed
- Donations already utilized for program activities are not eligible for refund
Tax Exemption & Receipts
Donation receipts are issued for eligible contributions as per applicable laws. Donors are advised to ensure the accuracy of information provided at the time of donation.
Tax benefits, if applicable, are subject to prevailing income tax regulations.
Transparency & Accountability
Kamalnishtha Sansthan is committed to transparency, ethical governance, and responsible use of resources.
We ensure:
- Proper utilization of donated funds
- Regular monitoring of programs and activities
- Compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements
- Ethical partnerships and responsible reporting
Our work is guided by values of trust, service, and community well-being.
Third-Party Services
Our website may use third-party services such as:
- Payment gateways
- Website analytics tools
- Social media platforms
These third parties have their own privacy policies. Kamalnishtha Sansthan is not responsible for the privacy practices of external websites.
Donation Policy
Kamalnishtha Sansthan
Kamalnishtha Sansthan is a grassroots non-profit organization committed to improving the lives of rural and underserved communities through education, skill development, livelihood support, environmental sustainability, health awareness, and community empowerment.
Donations made to Kamalnishtha Sansthan directly support our programs and help us create long-term, sustainable impact at the community level.
Purpose of Donations
All donations received by Kamalnishtha Sansthan are used exclusively for charitable and social development purposes, including but not limited to:
- Education and Early Childhood Care & Development (ECCD)
- Skill development and livelihood generation programs
- Empowerment of women, youth, and differently-abled individuals
- Environmental protection and sustainability initiatives
- Community radio, awareness campaigns, and rural communication programs
- Health, sanitation, and community welfare activities
Modes of Donation
Kamalnishtha Sansthan accepts donations through the following modes:
Monetary Donations
- Online donations through secure payment gateways
- Bank transfers or other approved digital payment methods
In-Kind Contributions
We also welcome non-monetary donations such as:
- Books and educational materials
- Clothes
- Learning aids and stationery
- Essential supplies for community programs
Acceptance of in-kind donations is subject to current program requirements.
Use of Funds
We ensure that all donated funds are:
- Used responsibly and ethically
- Allocated to approved programs and activities
- Managed in compliance with applicable laws and regulations
Our organization follows principles of transparency, accountability, and good governance in the utilization of all donations.
Donation Confirmation & Acknowledgement
- Donors receive a confirmation or acknowledgement for successful donations
- Donation receipts are issued for eligible contributions as per applicable laws
- Donors are requested to provide accurate contact details to ensure smooth communication
Policy Updates
Kamalnishtha Sansthan reserves the right to update or modify the Donation and Refund Policy at any time.
Changes will be effective immediately upon being posted on the website.