HemoWish Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 2/2/2026

HemoWish (“we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and how we protect it when you visit our website, make a donation, or apply for assistance.

This policy applies to information collected through our website and related forms, including linked Google Forms.

Information We Collect

We collect personal information only when you voluntarily provide it to us.

Information You May Provide

Depending on how you interact with HemoWish, this may include:

  • Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address

  • Information provided in a microgrant or assistance application

  • Financial hardship information relevant to an assistance request

  • Limited medical information or proof of diagnosis, when voluntarily submitted for eligibility review

  • Donation and billing information (processed through third‑party services)

We ask that applicants submit only information relevant to their request. Sensitive details may be redacted.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information you provide to:

  • Review and process microgrant and assistance applications

  • Communicate with applicants about their request

  • Process donations and provide receipts

  • Respond to inquiries and provide updates about our work

  • Maintain internal records necessary for nonprofit operations and compliance

HemoWish does not provide medical advice or medical services. Information submitted is used solely for administrative and assistance‑related purposes.

Donations and Payment Processing

Donations made through our website are processed via Squarespace’s integrated payment platform and its trusted third‑party payment processors. HemoWish does not store your credit card numbers or full payment details.

Your payment information is handled in accordance with the privacy and security policies of those providers.

Information Sharing

HemoWish does not sell, rent, or trade personal information.

We may share information only:

  • With trusted service providers (such as website hosting or payment processing platforms) as necessary to operate our website and programs

  • When required by law or legal process

  • To protect the rights, safety, or property of HemoWish or others

Access to sensitive applicant information is limited to authorized individuals who need it for program review and administration.

Children and Family Information

HemoWish may receive information about when submitted by a parent, legal guardian, or third party functioning as a patient advocate as part of an assistance request. This information is used solely to evaluate eligibility and provide support to families. We do not knowingly collect information directly from children through our website.

Website Analytics and Cookies

Our website, hosted on Squarespace, may use basic cookies and analytics tools to understand website traffic and improve functionality. These tools may collect non‑identifying information such as browser type, pages visited, and general location data.

You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies or notify you when cookies are being used.

Data Security

We take reasonable administrative and technical measures to protect personal information from loss, misuse, or unauthorized access. However, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your Choices and Access

You may:

  • Request to update or correct your personal information

  • Opt out of non‑essential communications

  • Request that we delete your personal information, subject to record‑keeping requirements

Requests can be made by contacting us using the information below.

Third‑Party Links

Our website may contain links to other websites or services. HemoWish is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those third‑party sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies separately.

Changes to This Policy

HemoWish may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, you may contact us at:

HemoWish
Email: HemoWish@gmail.com