Donor Privacy and Data Protection

The Donor Privacy and Data Protection course equips nonprofit professionals with the essential knowledge and tools to safeguard donor information, maintain legal compliance, and build lasting trust with supporters. In today’s data-driven fundraising environment, understanding how to collect, store, and manage donor data responsibly is not only a legal obligation but also a key factor in sustaining donor confidence and organizational reputation.
Throughout this course, you’ll learn how to identify what constitutes personal and sensitive donor information, implement best practices for data collection, and ensure compliance with major privacy regulations such as GDPR, CCPA, and state-level laws. You’ll gain practical strategies for drafting privacy notices, managing consent, and handling donor preferences transparently.
The course also explores secure data storage, retention, and disposal procedures, along with how to manage third-party vendors and data-sharing agreements responsibly. You’ll understand how to respond to privacy-related requests, mitigate data breaches, and establish clear communication protocols during incidents.
By the end, you’ll be equipped to create a culture of privacy within your organization—through training, audits, and proactive policies—ensuring donor data protection becomes a shared value across teams. This course empowers nonprofits to align ethical stewardship with compliance, strengthening donor relationships and long-term mission success.