Your Privacy and Trust Are Our Top Priority
1. Introduction
Welcome to Turning Point’s website. By accessing or using our site, you agree to comply with the following Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, please refrain from using our services.
2. Services Provided
Turning Point offers the following services to community members in the 97016 zip code:
- Emergency Food Boxes: A 3-5 day supply of fresh, wholesome foods (meat, dairy, shelf staples, produce). Limit of 2 food boxes per month.
- Energy Assistance: Help for electric service for Clatskanie PUD customers.
- Transportation Assistance: Gas vouchers for medical appointments with proof of the appointment.
- Housing Assistance/Eviction Prevention: Partial rent/mortgage payment assistance to prevent eviction or foreclosure (subject to funding and proof of income).
- Form Assistance: Assistance in filling out and sending forms for LIHEAP, NOHA, OHP, SNAP, and TANF.
- Prescription Assistance: One-time help with filling critical prescriptions (non-narcotic, verified).
3. Payments and Donations
We accept donations through Givelify and PayPal. Donations made through these platforms are final and non-refundable. We may update our payment processing options in the future, and this section will reflect any changes.
4. User Conduct
Users must behave respectfully while using our website and services. This includes:
- No hate speech or discriminatory behavior.
- No spamming, harmful activities, or misuse of services. We reserve the right to remove or block any users who violate these terms.
5. Liability Disclaimer
Our services are offered on an “as-is” basis. While we strive to assist community members to the best of our ability, we are not responsible for any outcomes related to the use of our services or information. By using our website and services, you acknowledge that Turning Point is not liable for any direct or indirect damages that may arise.
6. Sharing of Content
You are welcome to share our content on social media platforms like Facebook, as long as it is for personal, non-commercial use. Any other use, including redistribution or modification, is prohibited without express permission from Turning Point.
7. Governing Law
These Terms of Service are governed by the laws of the State of Oregon. Any disputes will be resolved in Oregon courts.
Privacy Policy
1. Information We Collect
Turning Point collects personal information such as:
- Names, contact details (email, phone numbers), and addresses.
- Data related to services requested (e.g., forms for assistance).
- Donation information via third-party platforms like Givelify and PayPal.
2. Why We Collect Data
We collect this data for the following purposes:
- To provide community support services (e.g., food, energy assistance, housing aid).
- To communicate with you about our services or events.
- To process donations securely.
- To send newsletters and updates.
3. Data Sharing
We may share data with trusted third-party platforms such as:
- Givelify and PayPal (for processing donations).
- Mailchimp (for newsletters and updates). We do not sell or share your information with any third parties not directly related to the services we provide.
4. Cookies and Tracking
Our website uses cookies to help analyze traffic and improve your experience. We use tools like Google Analytics and Facebook Analytics to track how visitors use the site, which helps us improve our services and website experience.
5. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Request access to or deletion of your personal data.
- Opt-out of receiving communications from us at any time by following the unsubscribe instructions in emails or contacting us directly.
6. Security
While we take precautions to protect your data, we rely on third-party platforms such as PayPal and Givelify for payment processing, and they provide their own security measures. We do not manage security for these services. As for our site, we are taking steps toward implementing SSL encryption and other best practices.
7. Data Retention
We retain personal data for as long as necessary to provide our services or as required by law. This may include retaining donation information for accounting and tax purposes.
8. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our Terms of Service or Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
Email: turning3point@gmail.com
In accordance with federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including gender identity and sexual orientation), disability, age, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity.
Program information may be made available in languages other than English. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication to obtain program information (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language), should contact the responsible state or local agency that administers the program or USDA’s TARGET Center at (202) 720-2600 (voice and TTY) or contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339.
To file a program discrimination complaint, a Complainant should complete a Form AD-3027, USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form which can be obtained online at: https://www.usda.gov/sites/default/files/documents/ad-3027.pdf, from any USDA office, by calling (866) 632-9992, or by writing a letter addressed to USDA. The letter must contain the complainant’s name, address, telephone number, and a written description of the alleged discriminatory action in sufficient detail to inform the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights (ASCR) about the nature and date of an alleged civil rights violation. The completed AD-3027 form or letter must be submitted to USDA by:
1. mail: U.S. Department of Agriculture Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights 1400 Independence Avenue, SW Washington, D.C. 20250-9410; or
2. fax: (833) 256-1665 or (202) 690-7442; or
3. email: Program.Intake@usda.gov
This institution is an equal opportunity provider