Information Privacy Policy - 1/30/08

Vital Communities respects the privacy of its constituents, donors and those who support its work as volunteers. Our privacy policy is reviewed annually and posted prominently online at our web site

1. We collect name, address, phone and email contact information from people who express interest in our organization, or who attend our events. We use this information to mail correspondence, newsletters and other informational products, and solicitations. We do not sell, rent, exchange or share donor names with any firm or nonprofit organization. We honor any constituent’s wish to not receive mail, emails, or phone communications.

2. Our online forms for donations and product orders collect credit card information for payment via Network for Good and PayPal, both of which use state-of-the-art encryption. Credit card information is not shared with third parties. Donors are advised in printed solicitations that their contributions can be made anonymously.

3. Personal information about our constituents is rigorously protected using physical, electronic, and procedural protection mechanisms. To review information, and to make corrections, constituents are asked to contact: Deb Jones, Finance Manager, by email or at 802-291-9100 x 104.