Headline: Privacy Policy
Subhead: Effective Date: March 2026
Last Updated: March 2026
Thank you for visiting Jane Goodall Institute USA and Roots & Shoots USA. We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. The following Privacy Notice applies to information collectedat janegoodall.org, rootsandshoots.org and all JGI-owned or operated online services (collectively “Sites”), through JGI managed digital channels (“Social Media”), electronic communications and offline interactions that we may have with you, collectively “Services”.

By using our Services, you acknowledge that you have read and that you agree to the practices described herein.

Who We Are
The Jane Goodall Institute USA is a nonprofit organization dedicated to wildlife research, conservation, and community-centered environmental programs. Through initiatives such as Jane Goodall’s Roots & Shoots, our community-led conservation program Tacare, and the longest running wild chimpanzee research program, we work to protect wildlife and empower communities worldwide.
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact: community@janegoodal.org or call (800) 592-5263 during normal business hours.
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Information We Collect
We may collect the following categories of information:
A. Information You Provide Directly
• Name
• Email address
• Mailing address
• Phone number
• Donation information (processed securely via third-party payment processors)
• Event registrations and volunteer information
• Communications you send to us
B. Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:
• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Device information
• Pages visited and time spent
• Referring website addresses
This information helps us improve website performance and user experience.
C. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
• Analyze website traffic
• Personalize content
• Improve site functionality
• Support fundraising and outreach efforts
You may adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies; however, some site features may not function properly.
How We Use Your Information
We may use your information to:
• Process donations and send receipts
• Respond to inquiries and provide support
• Send newsletters, updates, and fundraising communications
• Registration for events or programs
• Improve our website and services
• Comply with legal obligations
We will only send marketing communications where permitted by law, and you may unsubscribe at any time.
How We Share Information
We do not sell your personal information.
We may share information with:
• Trusted service providers (e.g., payment processors, email service providers, IT support)
• Event partners or co-sponsors (where applicable)
• Legal authorities when required by law
• Affiliates or international branches of the Jane Goodall Institute for mission-related purposes
All service providers are required to safeguard your information.
International Data Transfers
As a global organization, your information may be transferred to and processed in countries outside your country of residence. Where required, we implement appropriate safeguards to protect your information in accordance with applicable data protection laws.
Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as necessary to:
• Fulfill the purposes described in this policy
• Comply with legal, accounting, or reporting requirements
• Resolve disputes and enforce agreements

Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
• Access the personal information we hold about you
• Request correction of inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your information
• Object to or restrict certain processing
• Withdraw consent where applicable
• Opt out of marketing communications
To exercise these rights, contact us at communications@janegoodall.org
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational safeguards to protect your information. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure.
Children’s Privacy
The Jane Goodall Institute complies fully with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act of 1998 (COPPA). None of the Sites covered by this policy knowingly collect identifying personal information from children under age 13. If we discover that a person under the age of 13 has provided us with any personally identifying information, we will delete that information from our systems. We are unable to reply to information requests from children under the age of 13, if so identified. A parent or guardian must initiate any requests for information from children under the age of 13 on their behalf. We encourage parents to supervise children when they browse the Internet. Learn more about COPPA.
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those websites and encourage you to review their privacy policies.

Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will revise the “Last Updated” date above. We encourage users to review this page periodically.
If you have any questions, please email us at community@janegoodall.org or call (800) 592-5263 between formal business hours.

You may also write to:
Jane Goodall Institute
1120 20th St. NW #520s
Washington, DC 20036
USA