Ghana Community Educational Fu...

Ghana Community Educational Fund (GCEF)

The Ghana Community Educational Fund (GCEF) is a community-driven program established to support learners and students within our society who face financial barriers to accessing education.

Humanitarian, Legal, and Educational Support

LEGAL DISCLAIMER FOR DONATIONS

By making a donation through this website, you acknowledge and agree to the following terms:

Voluntary Contributions

All donations made through this website are voluntary and non-refundable. Donors understand that once a donation is processed, it cannot be reversed or returned, except where required by applicable law.

No Goods or Services Provided

Donations are made without the expectation of receiving any goods, services, or financial benefits in return.

Use of Funds

All funds received will be used solely for the programmes, projects, and operational needs of the organisation, in accordance with its objectives. The organisation reserves the right to allocate donations where they are most needed.

No Legal or Financial Advice

Information provided on this website does not constitute legal, financial, or tax advice. Donors are encouraged to seek independent advice regarding any tax implications of their contributions.

Accuracy of Donor Information

Donors are responsible for ensuring the accuracy of the information they provide during the donation process. The organisation is not liable for errors resulting from inaccurate donor information.

Privacy and Security

Donor information will be handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy. While we take reasonable steps to protect donor data, we cannot guarantee absolute security of online transactions.

Limitation of Liability

The organisation shall not be held liable for any loss, damage, or inconvenience arising from the use of this donation platform, except where required by law.

By proceeding with your donation, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to this Disclaimer.

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PRIVACY POLICY FOR DONATIONS

 This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect the personal information of individuals who make donations through our website (“Donors”). We are committed to safeguarding your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is processed lawfully, transparently, and securely in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act, 2013 (POPIA).

Information We Collect

When you make a donation on our website, we may collect the following information:

1.1 Personal Information

Full name

Email address

Phone number

Residential or billing address

Identification details (only if required for compliance or verification)

1.2 Financial Information

Payment/transaction details

Donation amount

Bank or card details (Note: Card/banking information is processed securely through our approved payment gateway provider. We do not store or have direct access to your full banking or card information.)

1.3 Technical Information

IP address

Device type

Browser type

Website usage analytics

How We Use Your Information

We use your information strictly for the following purposes:

To process and confirm your donation

To issue donation receipts or confirmation emails

To comply with legal, regulatory, and auditing requirements

To maintain accurate donor records

To send optional updates, newsletters, or fundraising information (only if you have consented)

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to any third parties.

Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal information based on:

Your consent, when submitting your information on our website

Legal obligations, such as financial reporting and compliance

Our legitimate interests in managing donor relations and ensuring proper administration of donations

Sharing of Information

We may share your information only with:

Secure payment service providers for processing donations

Regulatory authorities, when required by law

Service providers who assist us with website hosting, analytics, or email communication (under strict confidentiality agreements)

All third-party service providers are POPIA-compliant.

Data Storage and Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational security measures to protect your information from:

Unauthorised access

Loss

Misuse

Accidental destruction

Your information is stored securely, and access is limited to authorised personnel only.

Retention of Information

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to:

Fulfil the purpose for which it was collected

Meet legal, tax, and audit requirements

Maintain donor records as required by law

After retention periods expire, data is securely deleted or anonymised.

Your Rights as a Donor

Under POPIA, you have the right to:

Access your personal information

Correct/update inaccurate information

Request deletion of your personal information (unless retention is legally required)

Withdraw consent for communications

Object to certain processing activities

To exercise any of these rights, contact us using the details below:

support@gccgsa.com

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies to improve user experience and analyse website performance.

You may disable cookies in your browser settings, but certain website features may not function correctly.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party sites. We recommend reviewing their privacy policies separately.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with the updated date. Continued use of our website signifies acceptance of any updates.