DRIVEN Neuro Privacy Policy
Last updated: May 26, 2026
Sam Schmidt Foundation dba DRIVEN Neuro (“DRIVEN Neuro,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is a non-profit organization committed to respecting the privacy of visitors to our website, drivenneuro.org (the “Site”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect information obtained through the Site and related communications.
By accessing or using the Site, you acknowledge and agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
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Information We Collect
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Information You Voluntarily Provide
We collect personal information you choose to provide to us, such as when you contact us through the Site or subscribe to receive newsletters or updates. This may include your name, email address, and any other information you include in your message.
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Information Collected Automatically
When you visit the Site, certain information is collected automatically through cookies and similar technologies. This may include your IP address, browser type, operating system, device identifiers, pages visited, dates/times of access, referring URLs, and other technical usage data. We use this information to understand how visitors use the Site and to improve performance, content, and security.
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Cookies and Similar Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to support Site operations and collect analytics about how the Site is used. Cookies are small text files stored on your device. You can control cookies through your browser settings and may disable cookies; however, doing so may affect Site functionality.
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How We Use Information
We use the information we collect for purposes consistent with operating a non-profit informational website, including to:
- Respond to inquiries, questions, or requests you submit;
- Provide newsletters, updates, or other communications you request (you may unsubscribe at any time);
- Understand and analyze how the Site is used;
- Maintain and improve Site performance, content, and security;
- Detect, prevent, or address technical or security issues;
- Comply with applicable legal requirements.
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How We Disclose / Share Information
We do not sell your personal information. We also do not rent personal information, and we do not disclose personal information to third parties for their own direct marketing purposes without providing notice and, where required, choice.
We may disclose (share) information in the following circumstances:
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Service Providers and Vendors
We may share information with trusted third parties that perform services on our behalf, such as website hosting, analytics, email distribution/newsletter platforms, IT support, and security monitoring. These providers are permitted to use information only as necessary to provide services to us and consistent with this Privacy Policy.
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Foundations, Funders, and Philanthropic Partners (Fundraising and Related Purposes)
As a non-profit, we may share limited information with foundations, institutional funders, corporate sponsors, donation processors, and other philanthropic partners where reasonably necessary to: (i) process or acknowledge donations; (ii) conduct fundraising campaigns; (iii) administer grants; (iv) provide funder-required reporting or stewardship communications; or (v) support mission-related programs. We may also share information with consultants or vendors who assist us with fundraising operations and donor communications, subject to confidentiality and use restrictions. Where feasible, we may use aggregated or de-identified reporting for these purposes.
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Research Collaborators and Contractors (Research, Evaluation, and Mission-Related Analysis)
We may share information with research partners, contractors, consultants, or other organizations assisting with research, evaluation, surveys, analytics, or similar mission-related work, where appropriate and consistent with this Privacy Policy. Where practical, we may share information in aggregated or de-identified form.
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Events, Co-Hosts, and Sponsors
If we offer event registration or mission-related programming (including webinars, workshops, or community events), we may share registration or participation information with third parties involved in administering or supporting the event (such as event platforms, venues, co-hosts, speakers, or sponsors), as described at the point of collection or in event materials.
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Legal and Safety Reasons
We may disclose information to comply with law or legal process, respond to lawful requests, or protect the rights, property, or safety of DRIVEN Neuro, our community, or others.
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Organizational Changes
We may disclose or transfer information as part of a merger, restructuring, dissolution, or other transfer of assets, including to a successor entity, where permitted by law.
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Third-Party Links
The Site may include links to third-party websites or services not operated by DRIVEN Neuro. This Privacy Policy does not apply to those third parties, and we are not responsible for their privacy practices. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.
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Your Choices and Requests
Email communications: You may opt out of newsletters or promotional emails at any time by using the unsubscribe instructions included in those emails.
Cookies: You may manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.
Access, correction, and deletion: You may contact us to request access to, correction of, or deletion of personal information we maintain about you, subject to applicable legal requirements and exceptions.
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U.S. State Privacy Rights (Non-Profit Notice)
DRIVEN Neuro is a non-profit organization. Many U.S. state consumer privacy laws generally do not apply to non-profits. However, if and to the extent any such law is determined to apply to DRIVEN Neuro, residents of those states may have certain rights regarding their personal information, which may include:
- The right to request access to personal information;
- The right to request correction or deletion of personal information;
- The right to opt out of certain processing activities, where applicable;
- The right not to be discriminated against for exercising privacy rights.
To exercise any applicable state privacy rights, please contact us using the information in the Contact Information section below. We may take reasonable steps to verify your request before responding.
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California Residents
If a California privacy law is determined to apply to DRIVEN Neuro, California residents may have rights to request information about the categories of personal information collected and to request deletion of personal information, subject to legal limitations. DRIVEN Neuro does not sell personal information and does not discriminate against individuals for exercising privacy rights.
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Children’s Privacy
The Site is intended for a general audience and is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn we have collected such information, we will take reasonable steps to delete it.
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Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as reasonably necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.
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Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational safeguards designed to protect personal information. However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
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Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last updated” date. Your continued use of the Site after changes are posted means you accept the updated policy.
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Contact Information
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:
DRIVEN Neuro
Email: info@conquerparalysisnow.org
Mailing Address: 1300 E 96th Street, Suite 100
Indianapolis, IN 46240