Privacy Statement for Marin County Bicycle Coalition

Privacy Policy & SMS Terms, Effective Date: 2/24/2025
At Marin County Bicycle Coalition (MCBC), we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you engage with our website, programs, and SMS messaging services.

Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

  • Personal Information: Includes your name, email address, phone number, mailing address, and any other details you provide when signing up for our newsletters, events, donations, or volunteering.
  • Non-Personal Information: Browser type, IP address, and website usage data collected via cookies and analytics tools.

How We Use Your Information

The information we collect is used to:

  • Provide and improve our programs, services, and website functionality.
  • Send event updates, newsletters, and advocacy alerts.
  • Process donations and provide receipts.
  • Respond to inquiries and provide support.

How do we Share your Information

Phone numbers collected with SMS consent, will not be sold, rented, or shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing purposes under any circumstances.

Terms and Conditions

Types of SMS communications. By providing your phone number, you consent to receive SMS communications from MCBC regarding the following:

  • Event reminders and volunteer opportunities.
  • Important program updates and advocacy campaigns.
  • Membership, donation, and fundraising initiatives.

Your Rights:

Opt-In & Consent
You may opt-in to receive SMS updates by:

  • Checking the opt-in box when signing up for events, volunteering, or donating in an online or paper form.
  • Verbally, during a conversation
  • Text Start to 415-456-3469 to subscribe.

Opt-Out & Help Instructions

  • To unsubscribe, reply STOP to any message. You will no longer receive SMS notifications from MCBC.
  • For assistance, reply HELP or contact us at info@marinbike.org.
  • If you do not wish to receive SMS messages, you can choose not to check the SMS consent box on our forms.

Message Frequency & Charges, Standard Messaging Disclosures:

Message frequency varies based on your interactions with MCBC.
Standard message and data rates may apply based on your mobile carrier’s terms.
You can opt out at any time by texting “STOP.”

Data Protection & Sharing

MCBC does not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes. We use secure systems to protect your data from unauthorized access.

We will not share your phone number with third parties for marketing purposes.


Data Sharing and Security

We are committed to safeguarding your data. Your information will not be sold, rented, or shared with third parties except when required by law or necessary to fulfill a service (e.g., payment processing).

We use secure systems and practices to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.


Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access, correct, or delete your personal information.
  • Withdraw consent for us to process your data.
  • Manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at info@marinbike.org.


Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies to improve your experience and understand website usage. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.


Changes to This Privacy Statement

We may update this Privacy Statement from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, with the updated date at the top.


Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Statement or how your information is handled, please contact us at:
Marin County Bicycle Coalition
PO Box 695
Fairfax, CA 94978
Email: info@marinbike.org
Phone: 415-456-3469