1. Introduction

What This Policy Covers

This Cookie Policy explains how The Pete and Thomas Foundation ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website, accessible at https://www.peteandthomasfoundation.org/privacy. It explains what these technologies are and why we use them, as well as your rights to control our use of them.

2. What Are Cookies

Cookies are small data files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. Cookies are widely used by website owners in order to make their websites work, or to work more efficiently, as well as to provide reporting information.

Types of Cookies

• First-party cookies: These are set by the website you are visiting.
• Third-party cookies: These are set by a party other than the website owner, such as for analytics or advertising.
• Session cookies: These are temporary and expire once you close your browser.
• Persistent cookies: These remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them.

3. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for several reasons. Some cookies are required for technical reasons in order for our website to operate, and we refer to these as "strictly necessary" cookies. Other cookies enable us to track and target the interests of our users to enhance the experience on our site. We categorize our cookie usage as follows:

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  Strictly Necessary: Essential for you to browse the website and use its features.
• Functional: Used to provide a more personalized experience by remembering your preferences.
• Analytics: Help us understand how our website is being used, the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns, and to help us customize and improve our websites for you.
• Targeting/Advertising: Used to make advertising messages more relevant to you and your interests.

4. Cookies We Use

The specific types of first and third-party cookies served through our website and the purposes they perform are described in the tables below.

Cookies Found on https://www.peteandthomasfoundation.org/privacy

Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the website to function and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually only set in response to actions made by you which amount to a request for services, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms.

While our scanner did not identify specific cookies in this category, please be aware that our site uses necessary cookies for basic functionality like security and network management.

Functional Cookies

These cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalization.

Analytics Cookies

These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our site.

Targeting/Advertising Cookies

These cookies may be set through our site by our advertising partners to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant adverts on other sites.

5. Your Cookie Choices

How to Manage Cookies

You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can exercise your cookie preferences by setting or amending your web browser controls. . If you choose to reject cookies, you may still use our website though your access to some functionality and areas may be restricted.

Browser-Specific Instructions

Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings preferences. For more information, please see the help pages for your browser:

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  [Google Chrome](https://support.google.com/chrome/answer/95647)
• [Mozilla Firefox](https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/enable-and-disable-cookies-website-preferences)
• [Microsoft Edge](https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-edge/delete-cookies-in-microsoft-edge-63947406-40ac-c3b8-57b9-2a946a29ae09)
• [Safari](https://support.apple.com/guide/safari/manage-cookies-and-website-data-sfri11471/mac)

Opt-Out Links

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  Google Analytics: To opt out of being tracked by Google Analytics across all websites, visit http://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.
• Advertising Cookies: You can opt out of interest-based targeting provided by participating ad servers through the Digital Advertising Alliance (http://youradchoices.com/) or the Network Advertising Initiative (http://www.networkadvertising.org/choices/).

6. Third-Party Cookies

Our service providers and partners may use their own cookies on our site. This policy does not cover the use of cookies by third parties. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of these third parties to learn about their cookie and privacy practices.

7. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on our website and updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy.

8. Contact Us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at:

Email: info@peteandthomasfoundation.org