PRIVACY POLICY
Last Updated: October 4, 2026

The Malachi Antonio Memorial Fund ("we," "our," or "us") is
committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality
of the families, donors, and visitors who interact
with our website, malachiscousins.org.

As a volunteer-led 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization,
we handle all personal information with the utmost
respect, care, and dignity. This Privacy Policy outlines
how we collect, use, protect, and handle your information.
By using our website, you consent to the data practices described in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We only collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us. We do not sell, rent, or lease your information to third parties.

* Contact & Inquiry Forms: If you or a loved one fills out a contact request on our site, we may collect your name, email address, phone number, and any details or messages you choose to share regarding your situation.

* Donations: When you make a financial contribution to support our mission, we collect information necessary to process your donation and issue tax-deductible receipts (such as your name, billing address, email, and donation amount).

* Funeral Service Referrals: Because our peer support and financial burial assistance programs are strictly coordinated through referrals from local Central Texas funeral service partners, we may receive and maintain limited, sensitive information shared by those partners to coordinate care for grieving families.

Note: All financial transactions are processed securely through accredited third-party payment gateways. We do not directly store or maintain credit card numbers or bank account details on our servers.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect solely to fulfill our charitable mission and serve our community. This includes:

* Reaching out via our volunteers to offer peer support, a safe listening space, or assistance.

* Coordinating with local funeral partners to facilitate financial burial assistance for eligible families.

* Processing public contributions, managing donor records, and sending official tax-deductible donation receipts.

* Responding to your questions, comments, or website inquiries.

3. Mental Health & Medical Disclaimer

The Malachi Antonio Memorial Fund is a volunteer organization and is not comprised of licensed medical or mental health professionals. The peer support and safe spaces we provide are strictly for emotional comfort and community connection.

Our services and communications are not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, treatment, or crisis counseling. If you are experiencing a physical or mental health emergency, or are in immediate distress, please seek help from a licensed professional, call 911, or contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline immediately.

4. Data Security & Retention

The security of your personal data is incredibly important to us. We implement standard security measures to safeguard your information against unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, comply with our legal tax obligations as a 501(c)(3) organization, or respect the ongoing relationship we have with our supported families and donors.

5. Third-Party Links & Services

Our website may contain links to external websites, such as donation processing platforms or local community resources. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those external sites. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.

6. Changes to this Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time to reflect updates to our website or changes in local and federal regulations. When we make updates, we will revise the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to periodically review this policy to stay informed about how we protect your information.

7. Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact us at:

The Malachi Antonio Memorial Fund

P.O. Box 789

Lampasas, TX 76550

Website: malachiscousins.org

TERMS OF SERVICE

Last Updated: October 4, 2026

Welcome to The Malachi Antonio Memorial Fund website, accessible at malachiscousins.org ("Site"). This Site is owned and operated by The Malachi Antonio Memorial Fund, a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Texas.

By accessing, browsing, or using this Site, or by submitting a contact request form, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and our accompanying Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use this Site.

1. Medical and Mental Health Disclaimer

The Malachi Antonio Memorial Fund is a volunteer organization. We are not medical or mental health professionals, nor do we provide licensed clinical or psychiatric care.

The information, peer support, and communications provided through this Site or by our volunteers are strictly intended for emotional comfort, community connection, and peer support. They are not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, counseling, or treatment.

* Seek Professional Care: If you are in need of physical or mental health care, we strongly urge you to seek the assistance of a licensed professional.

* Immediate Crisis Response: If you or someone you know is struggling or in an immediate mental health crisis, please call or text the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, call 911, or proceed to the nearest emergency room immediately. We cannot monitor communications in real-time to respond to active psychiatric emergencies.

2. Scope of Services & Eligibility

Our organization acts strictly as a support system for grieving parents located in the Central Texas region.

* Referral Process: Our peer support and financial burial assistance programs for children of low-income families are strictly coordinated through referrals from our local funeral service partners.

* No Direct Guarantees: Submitting a contact or inquiry form through this Site does not guarantee financial assistance or immediate volunteer deployment. All support is subject to available funding, verification, and the capacity of our volunteer network.

3. Permitted Use of the Site

You agree to use this Site only for lawful purposes and in a manner that does not infringe upon the rights of, restrict, or inhibit anyone else’s use and enjoyment of the Site. Prohibited behavior includes, but is not limited to:

* Submitting false, fraudulent, or intentionally misleading information via our contact forms.

* Harassing or causing distress or inconvenience to our volunteers, board members, or affiliated families.

* Attempting to disrupt, damage, or compromise the technical infrastructure of malachiscousins.org.

4. Intellectual Property

All content on this Site—including text, graphics, logos, images, stories, and the design layout—is the property of the Malachi Antonio Memorial Fund or its content creators and is protected by copyright laws. You may not copy, reproduce, republish, or distribute any material from this Site for commercial or unauthorized public use without our prior written consent.

5. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, the Malachi Antonio Memorial Fund, its board of directors, officers, and volunteers shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of your access to, use of, or inability to use this Site, or any emotional distress or injury alleged to have occurred as a result of peer-to-peer interactions with our volunteers. Your use of this Site and reliance on any information provided is strictly at your own risk.

6. Governing Law

These Terms of Service are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Texas, without regard to its conflict of law principles. Any legal actions or proceedings related to this Site must be brought exclusively in a state or federal court of competent jurisdiction located in Texas.

7. Changes to These Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms of Service at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the Site following the posting of changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated terms.

8. Contact Information

If you have any questions or concerns regarding these Terms of Service, please contact us at:

The Malachi Antonio Memorial Fund

P.O. Box 789

Lampasas, TX 76550

Website: malachiscousins.org