Privacy Policy

Last updated: October 26, 2026

Desert Empire Filmmaker Foundation (“DEFF,” “we,” “us”) respects your privacy. This policy explains what information we collect through def.foundation, how we use it, and the choices you have.

Information we collect

  • Information you give us through our forms, such as your name, email address, phone number, and message.
  • Basic website usage information, such as pages visited and browser type, collected automatically by our website platform.

How we use your information

  • To respond to your questions and requests.
  • To send newsletters, event announcements, and updates you sign up for.
  • To coordinate volunteers, programs, and events.
  • To improve our website and programs.

Text messaging (SMS)

If you opt in to text messages, we will use your mobile number to send messages related to your inquiry and, if you choose, DEFF programs and events. Message frequency varies. Message and data rates may apply. Reply STOP to opt out at any time, or HELP for help. Consent to receive texts is not a condition of any purchase or service.

No mobile information will be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes. Text messaging opt-in data and consent will not be shared with any third parties.

How we share information

We do not sell your personal information. We share it only with service providers that help us run DEFF (such as our website, email, and donation platforms), with our fiscal sponsor Arts Connection when needed to process donations, or when required by law.

Donations

Online donations are processed by Givebutter. DEFF does not store your payment card information. Please review Givebutter’s privacy policy for details on how they handle payment data.

Your choices

You can unsubscribe from emails using the link in any email, opt out of texts by replying STOP, or ask us to update or delete your information by contacting us.

Children

Our website is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect their personal information.

Contact us

Desert Empire Filmmaker Foundation
1752 E. Lugonia Ave, Suite 117 #220, Redlands, CA 92374
[email protected] · 909-248-2040