Privacy Policy
Last updated: July 24, 2026
Blue Waters Recovery Foundation (“BWRF,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) values your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect personal information collected through our website, communications, and related services. By using bwrfoundation.org, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
This Privacy Policy applies only to information collected by Blue Waters Recovery Foundation. It does not apply to third-party websites, services, or organizations that we do not own or control. If you follow a link to another website, you should review that website’s privacy policy before providing any information.
Information We Collect
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, including your name, email address, phone number, mailing address, and any other information you submit through contact forms, donation forms, registration forms, surveys, email, or other communications.
If you make a payment or donation, we or our service providers may collect billing and payment-related information necessary to process the transaction. We may also collect certain non-personal or technical information automatically, such as your IP address, browser type, device type, operating system, referring pages, and general website usage data.
How We Use Information
We may use the information we collect to:
- Provide, operate, and improve our website and services.
- Respond to inquiries and communicate with you.
- Process donations, registrations, or service requests.
- Send updates, newsletters, or other communications you have requested or consented to receive.
- Conduct internal research, analytics, and service improvements.
- Maintain website security and prevent fraud or misuse.
- Comply with legal obligations and enforce our policies.
SMS and Mobile Information
If you provide your mobile phone number, you may receive conversational, informational, or service-related text messages from Blue Waters Recovery Foundation, depending on your interaction with us and any consent you provide. Message frequency may vary. Message and data rates may apply. 10DLC guidance recommends that privacy policies clearly explain SMS use, opt-out methods, and handling of mobile consent data.
You can opt out of SMS communications at any time by replying STOP to any message or by contacting us at info@bwrf.org or 954-344-0550. For assistance, reply HELP or contact us using the same email address or phone number. Guidance for 10DLC privacy policies specifically calls for clear opt-out and help language.
We do not sell, rent, or share your mobile number or SMS opt-in information with third parties or affiliates for their marketing or promotional purposes. Text messaging originator opt-in data and consent will not be shared with any third parties except with service providers that help us deliver messaging services or as required by law. That non-sharing disclosure is one of the key privacy points highlighted in 10DLC privacy guidance.
Why We Collect Information and How Long We Keep It
We collect information to better understand your needs, provide requested services, improve our programs and website, communicate with you, and fulfill our legitimate organizational and operational interests. Where required, we will rely on your consent for certain communications or uses of your information.
We retain personal information only for as long as reasonably necessary for the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, including to provide services, maintain records, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements.
Sharing and Disclosure of Information
Blue Waters Recovery Foundation does not sell, rent, or lease your personal information to third parties. We may disclose information only in the following limited circumstances:
- To service providers or vendors that help us operate our website, communications, payment processing, or organizational services.
- To comply with applicable law, regulation, court order, subpoena, or legal process.
- To protect the rights, safety, property, or security of Blue Waters Recovery Foundation, our users, or others.
- In aggregated or de-identified form that does not reasonably identify you.
- With your consent or at your direction.
Non-Marketing Communications
We may contact you for non-marketing purposes when necessary, including to respond to requests, provide service-related updates, communicate about account or form issues, notify you of security matters, or inform you about important changes to this Privacy Policy or our services.
Children’s Privacy
Our website is not directed to children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn that we have inadvertently collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take appropriate steps to delete that information unless applicable law permits its retention. The original PDF also states the site is not directed to children under 13.
Your Choices
You may opt out of marketing or newsletter emails by contacting us at info@bwrf.org. You may opt out of text messages by replying STOP.
You may also contact us to request updates or corrections to your personal information, subject to any legal or operational requirements that apply.
Data Sharing and Protection
Blue Waters Recovery Foundation values and respects the privacy of our website visitors, prospective residents, residents, referral partners, donors, and other individuals who interact with our organization.
We do not sell, rent, trade, transfer, or share consumer personal information with any external organization for marketing or promotional purposes. Mobile information, including phone numbers, SMS opt-in data, and consent, will not be shared, sold, rented, or transferred to third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes.
We may use trusted service providers solely to operate our website, process payments, provide communications, store data, or perform other services on our behalf. These providers may access personal information only as necessary to perform those services and are contractually or otherwise expected to maintain appropriate confidentiality and security. They are not permitted to use your information for their own marketing or promotional purposes.
We maintain reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. These safeguards include access controls, secure data handling procedures, staff training on privacy and security practices, and limiting access to personal information to authorized personnel with a legitimate business need.
We may disclose personal information only when required by law, court order, or other legal process, or when necessary to protect the rights, safety, or security of Blue Waters Recovery Foundation, our clients, or others.
Website Security
We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect the personal information we collect. The original policy states that submitted sensitive information is protected online and offline and references encryption, HTTPS, restricted employee access, secure environments, and SSL.
While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission over the internet or method of electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Links to Other Websites
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, policies, or content of those third-party sites. The original PDF likewise says the policy applies only to information collected through the website and not to linked third-party sites.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective or last updated date. The original policy also reserves the right to make changes and says users should review the page for updates.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact:
Blue Waters Recovery Foundation
521 SW 2nd Place
Pompano Beach, FL 33060
Email: info@bwrf.org
Phone: 954-344-0550
