Privacy Policy and Terms of Use
Effective Date: January 1, 2026
This Privacy Policy describes how Berks County Search and Rescue, Inc. (“we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, and protects your information when you visit or interact with our website, berkscountysar.org (the “Site”).
1. Information We Collect
When you fill out a contact form, sign up for a mailing list, submit a volunteer or membership inquiry, make a donation, or register for events, we may collect personal information such as your name, email address, phone number, mailing address, and other information you choose to provide.
Donations and payments made through the Site are processed by third-party payment processors. We do not store or have access to your full payment card information.
We may collect limited technical information automatically, such as IP address, browser type, pages visited, and referring URLs, for website administration and analytics purposes.
2. How We Use Information
We use the information collected to respond to inquiries, process donations, communicate updates and events, manage volunteer activities, improve the Site, and comply with legal obligations.
3. Sharing of Information
We do not sell or rent personal information. Information may be shared with trusted service providers solely for operational purposes.
4. Cookies and Tracking
The Site may use cookies to improve functionality and analyze usage. You may disable cookies in your browser settings.
5. Data Security
We take reasonable measures to protect personal information but cannot guarantee absolute security.
6. Children’s Privacy
The Site is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.
7. Your Choices
You may opt out of communications and request updates or deletion of your information subject to legal requirements.
8. Policy Changes
This Policy may be updated periodically.
Contact Information:
Berks County Search and Rescue, Inc.
Mail: P.O. Box 113, Mohnton, PA 19540
Phone: 484-525-0019
TERMS OF USE: These Terms govern your use of the Site. By using the Site, you agree to these Terms.
1. Site Use
You agree to use the Site lawfully and responsibly.
2. Information Accuracy
We do not guarantee that Site content is error-free or current.
3. Donations
Donations are voluntary and final unless otherwise determined by us.
4. Third-Party Links
We are not responsible for third-party websites linked on the Site.
5. Intellectual Property
All Site content is owned or licensed by Berks County Search and Rescue, Inc. Unauthorized use is prohibited.
6. Disclaimers
The Site is provided “as is” without warranties.
7. Limitation of Liability
We are not liable for damages arising from Site use to the extent permitted by law.
8. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
9. Changes to Terms
Terms may be updated at any time.
Contact Information:
Berks County Search and Rescue, Inc.
Mail: P.O. Box 113, Mohnton, PA 19540
Phone: 484-525-0019