Privacy Policy

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 Privacy Policy
​Effective Date: May 24, 2026

​Nephro Warriors is a California nonprofit public benefit corporation dedicated to providing renal education, veteran integration, and peer support for the kidney disease and transplant community. We deeply value the trust you place in us when sharing your information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your data when you visit our website (www.nephrowarriors.org">www.nephrowarriors.org) or participate in our advocacy and community programs.
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By using our website, you consent to the data practices described in this policy.

​1. Information We Collect and How We Use It
​We collect information that you voluntarily provide to us when you subscribe to our newsletters, create an account, submit health narratives, or communicate with us directly. This may include your name, email address, and any details you choose to share regarding your personal journey.
​We use this information to optimize your website experience, analyze traffic patterns, deliver educational resources, and coordinate peer-support initiatives.

​2. Donor & Outreach Privacy
​Nephro Warriors highly values the privacy of our supporters. We will not sell, share, or trade our donors' names or personal information with any other entity, nor send mailings to our donors on behalf of other organizations.
​This policy applies to all information received by Nephro Warriors, both online and offline, as well as any electronic, written, or oral communications. To the extent any donations are processed through a third-party service provider (such as a payment processor or fiscal sponsor), our donors' information will only be used for purposes necessary to process the donation.
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3. Sensitive Health Information & Patient Stories
​By sharing your story, photos, or updates through our website, the "Meet a Warrior" feature, or our peer-support initiatives, you acknowledge that you are voluntarily providing sensitive personal information.
​Non-Covered Entity Status: While Nephro Warriors provides a dedicated platform for advocacy and community connection, we are not a medical provider or a "covered entity" under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
​Use of Content: By submitting your narrative, you grant Nephro Warriors a non-exclusive license to use this content for public advocacy, education, and awareness purposes as outlined in our Terms of Use, unless you explicitly request its removal.
​Community Standards: To protect the safety and well-being of our community, we reserve the right to moderate, edit, or decline any user submission that contains explicit medical advice, misinformation, offensive language, or content that violates our community standards.

​4. Data Retention
​We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the specific purposes for which it was collected, including satisfying any legal, accounting, or regulatory reporting requirements.
​Donor and Financial Records: Securely maintained for a minimum of seven (7) years to comply with state and federal tax standards.
​General Community and Outreach Data: Retained for the duration of your active relationship with our organization or until a formal deletion request is processed.

​5. California Privacy Rights (CCPA/CPRA)
​As a California-based organization, Nephro Warriors honors the consumer privacy standards established under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA). California residents have specific rights regarding their personal information, including:
​The Right to Know: You may request a list of the categories of personal information we collect and how it is utilized.
​The Right to Delete: You may request that we delete personal information collected from you, subject to certain legal and regulatory exceptions.
​The Right to Correct: You may request that we rectify inaccurate personal information that we maintain about you.
​The Right to Opt-Out: We do not "sell" your personal information or "share" it with third parties for cross-context behavioral advertising.
​To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at admin@nephrowarriors.org with the subject line "California Privacy Request." We will verify and respond to your request within the timeframe required by law.
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6. Digital Accessibility Commitment
​Nephro Warriors is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for individuals with disabilities. We continually strive to improve the user experience for everyone and apply the relevant accessibility standards to our digital platforms. If you experience any difficulty accessing any structural element or content on this website, please reach out to us so we can accommodate your needs.

​7. Informational and Medical Disclaimer
​Critical Notice: Nephro Warriors is a patient advocacy and peer-support platform. The content provided across our website, newsletters, and community spaces—including discussions of dialysis modalities, transplant processes, clinical guidelines, and nutrition—is for educational, informational, and advocacy purposes only. It does not constitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or another qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment pathway. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you have read on this platform.
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Contact Us
​For any questions regarding this policy, to request data removal, or to update your personal information, please contact our administrative team:
​Email: admin@nephrowarriors.org
​Website: www.nephrowarriors.org
​Mailing Address: 25422 Trabuco Rd, Suite 105-157, Lake Forest, CA 92630