Privacy Policy

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Effective date: October 12, 2026

This Privacy Policy explains how Families for a Better Orange County (together, “we,” “us,” or “our”) collect, use, disclose, and protect personal information when you visit https://families4betteroc.vote/ (the “Site”), subscribe to updates, or make a contribution. We operate in California and follow applicable federal and California laws for political committees and website operators. By using the Site, you agree to this Privacy Policy.

1. About Us

Our political committee is Families for a Better Orange County, with FEC ID number C00960864. We operate under the address and you are welcome to reach us by mail at 18575 Jamboree Road, 9th Floor, Irvine, CA 92612. 

This Privacy Policy applies to our website, our email and SMS programs, and the donation processes we operate or control. We provide this notice to explain our practices and to comply with California and federal law.

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following categories of information:

• Contact information such as name, email address, postal address, and phone number.
• Donation information such as contribution amount, employer and occupation, and billing details. 
• Compliance information required by campaign finance laws. For example, employer and occupation or other information needed to verify eligibility to contribute.
• Communications such as emails, texts, and messages you send to us, including through forms or chat features if present.
• Device and usage information such as IP address, browser type, operating system, pages viewed, referring pages, timestamps, and general location based on IP. We may use cookies, pixels, analytics, and similar technologies, which are provided to us by third parties, to collect this information.
• Preference information such as your subscription choices, SMS consent, and cookie settings.

We do not knowingly collect sensitive information beyond what is required for contribution compliance.

1. How We Collect Your Information

We collect your personal information in various ways depending on how you interact with us. Generally, we collect personal information in the following ways:

• Directly from you when you subscribe, donate, contact us, RSVP, or otherwise provide information.
• Automatically through cookies, pixels, analytics, and similar tools when you use the Site.
• From service providers and vendors who support our operations, for example our payment processor, email or SMS platforms, analytics providers, and security vendors.

1. How We Use Your Personal Information

We use information to:

• Operate and improve the Site and our programs.
• Communicate with you about the candidate, issues, events, volunteer opportunities, and fundraising.
• Process and record contributions, including compliance screening and required reporting to regulators.
• Maintain security, prevent fraud, and fix problems.
• Measure the performance of our outreach and improve supporter experience.
• Comply with laws, regulations, subpoenas, lawful requests, and our policies.

Additionally: 

• Text messaging originator opt-in data and consent will not be shared with any third parties unless required by law

1. Disclosure of Your Personal Information

We may disclose information as follows:

• Service providers and vendors under contract who process information on our behalf, including payment processing, hosting, email and SMS delivery, analytics, and security. These parties may not use information for their own marketing.
• Regulators and the public as required by campaign finance laws. Certain contributor information, such as name, address, employer, occupation, and contribution amount, may be disclosed in public reports filed with the FPPC, FEC, or local regulators. This reporting is required by law.
• Legal, safety, and compliance including to protect rights, safety, and property, to respond to lawful requests, or to enforce our policies.
• Transfers related to organizational changes within the committee structure where permitted by law.

1. Cookies and Website Tools

We use cookies and similar technologies to operate the Site, remember preferences, measure performance, and, if enabled, to provide outreach and advertising. You can manage cookies through your browser settings.

1. Communication Preferences

• Email: You may receive emails after subscribing or donating. You can unsubscribe at any time using the link in our emails. We strive to send clear, relevant messages and we honor opt-out requests promptly.
• SMS: We send text messages only with appropriate consent. Message and data rates may apply. Message frequency varies. Reply STOP to end and HELP for help. We maintain records of consent and honor opt-outs promptly.

1. Third-Party Links

The Site may link to third-party sites and services, including social media platforms and the payment processor. This Privacy Policy does not apply to those sites. Their policies govern their practices.

1. Changes to this Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The updated policy will be posted here with a new effective date. Material changes will be highlighted for a reasonable period.

1. Contact Us

Questions, feedback, or requests can be sent to 18575 Jamboree Road, 9th Floor, Irvine, CA 92612

If you need this policy in an alternative format, please see our Accessibility Statement below or contact us.

Accessibility Statement

Last updated: October 9, 2026

Families for a Better Orange County is committed to ensuring that our website is accessible to everyone, including people with disabilities. We aim to meet or exceed the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1. The Site is designed to work with current versions of major browsers and assistive technologies. Some third-party content or integrations may have accessibility limitations. We will advocate for fixes with those providers. If you encounter a barrier or need content in an alternative format please contact us by mail at 18575 Jamboree Road, 9th Floor, Irvine, CA 92612

Please include the page URL, a description of the problem, and any assistive technology you used. We will respond within a reasonable time and will work to provide the information you need.