Privacy Policy

Cross to Persia Ministries

Effective Date: May 1, 2026

Cross to Persia Ministries (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy and safeguarding personal information entrusted to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information when you visit our website, communicate with us, or support our ministry.

1. Organization Information

Cross to Persia Ministries is a U.S.-registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization serving Persian-speaking communities through outreach, media, training, and support initiatives.

Website: https://www.crosstopersia.org

Email: 

Location: Spring Arbor, Michigan, USA

EIN: 41-3449525

2. Information We Collect

We may collect information that you voluntarily provide, including:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Mailing address
  • Phone number
  • Donation information
  • Messages or inquiries submitted through forms

We may also automatically collect limited technical information such as:

  • IP address
  • Browser type
  • Device information
  • Website usage data
  • Cookies and analytics information

3. How We Use Information

We use information to:

  • Process donations and ministry support
  • Respond to inquiries and communications
  • Send ministry updates or newsletters
  • Improve website functionality and user experience
  • Maintain security and prevent fraud
  • Comply with legal and financial obligations

4. Donations and Payment Processing

Donations made through our website may be processed by trusted third-party payment providers such as Stripe, Square and other secure payment platforms.

We do not store complete payment card information on our servers.

We maintain industry-standard security and PCI compliance measures through trusted third-party providers to help protect donor and payment information.

Third-party payment processors maintain their own privacy and security policies.

5. Cookies and Analytics

Our website may use cookies, analytics tools, embedded media, and security technologies to improve performance, monitor traffic, and enhance user experience.

You may disable cookies through your browser settings if desired.

6. Sharing of Information

  • We do not sell, rent, or trade personal information.
  • Information may only be shared:
  • With trusted service providers assisting ministry operations,
  • for secure payment processing,
  • when required by law,
  • or to protect legal rights, security, and ministry operations.

7. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational safeguards designed to protect personal information from unauthorized access, misuse, or disclosure.

However, no electronic transmission or storage system can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

8. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party websites.

9. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not directed toward children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

10. Your Rights

You may request:

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Updated versions will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

12. Contact Information

Cross to Persia Ministries

Spring Arbor, Michigan, USA

Email: 

Website: https://www.crosstopersia.org