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Privacy Policy

 

Last Updated: 12/9/2025
Effective Date: 12/9/2025

The New Canaan Land Trust (the public-facing name of the organization) is operated by and legally part of New Canaan Land Conservation Trust Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Throughout this Privacy Policy, “we,” “us,” and “our” refer to New Canaan Land Conservation Trust Inc., doing business publicly as the New Canaan Land Trust.

We are committed to protecting your privacy and safeguarding the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect information through our website and online interactions.

By using our website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

 

1. Who We Are

Public Name: New Canaan Land Trust
Legal Entity: New Canaan Land Conservation Trust Inc.
Tax-Exempt Since: October 1967
EIN: 06-6098244
Location: New Canaan, Connecticut

The mission of the New Canaan Land Trust is to foster a connection between the New Canaan Community and its natural resources through the conservation and sustainable stewardship of our open space.

2. Information We Collect

 

a. Personal Information You Provide

This may include:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Phone number
  • Mailing address
  • Donation information (amount, date, method—not full payment card details)
  • Volunteer or event registration details
  • Messages submitted through forms or email

 

b. Donation & Payment Information

Online donations are processed through secure third-party payment processors. Neither the New Canaan Land Trust nor New Canaan Land Conservation Trust Inc. receives or stores full credit card or banking information.

 

c. Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

  • IP address
  • Browser and device information
  • Pages viewed and referring pages
  • Cookies or similar tracking data

This helps us improve website performance and user experience.

 

 

3. How We Use Your Information

We may use your information to:

  • Respond to inquiries or requests
  • Process donations and issue acknowledgments or tax receipts
  • Register volunteers, members, or event participants
  • Send newsletters, updates, or fundraising communications (with your consent)
  • Maintain records required by law and nonprofit reporting standards
  • Improve website content and functionality

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

 

 

4. When We Share Information

We may share information only when necessary:

  • Service Providers: With trusted third-party vendors who support website hosting, donation processing, email communications, data management, or similar functions.
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law, regulation, legal process, or to protect our rights or safety.
  • Donor Recognition: We may publicly acknowledge donors unless a donor requests anonymity.

All service providers are required to safeguard any information they access.

 

 

5. Cookies and Analytics

Our website may use cookies and analytics tools to:

  • Understand how visitors use the site
  • Improve functionality and user experience

You may disable cookies in your browser settings. Some site features may not function properly if cookies are disabled.

If third-party analytics services (such as Google Analytics) are used, they may collect data under their own privacy policies.

 

 

6. Email Communications

If you provide your email address, we may send:

  • News and updates
  • Event or volunteer information
  • Fundraising appeals

You may unsubscribe at any time via the “Unsubscribe” link or by contacting us directly.

We do not send unsolicited marketing emails.

 

 

7. Data Security

We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect personal information. However, no online system can guarantee absolute security.

 

 

8. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under age 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If such information is discovered, we will delete it promptly.

 

 

9. External Links

Our website may include links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the content, privacy policies, or practices of those external sites.

 

 

10. Your Rights and Choices

You may request to:

  • Access the personal information we hold about you
  • Update or correct your information
  • Request deletion of your information (subject to legal or recordkeeping requirements)
  • Opt out of communications

To exercise these rights, contact us using the information below.

 

 

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. The updated version will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.

 

 

12. Contact Us

New Canaan Land Trust
Operated by New Canaan Land Conservation Trust Inc.
1124 Valley Road
New Canaan, CT 06840

Phone: 203-972-1270
Email: [email protected]