PRIVACY POLICY
Last Updated: September 2026
GEFCFA — Global Environment Facilities & Community Financial Assistance (“GEFCFA,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you provide through our website, applications, and related services.
1. Information We Collect
When you contact GEFCFA or submit an application, we may collect information such as your name, email address, phone number, location, applicant type, organization or business information, project details, financial information relevant to your application, and supporting documents.
We only request information that is reasonably necessary for the relevant application, program, or service.
2. How We Use Your Information
Information provided to GEFCFA may be used to:
- Process and review applications
- Verify information and supporting documents
- Determine eligibility for applicable programs
- Communicate with applicants
- Administer GEFCFA programs and services
- Improve our website and services
- Prevent fraud, misuse, or unauthorized activity
- Meet applicable legal or regulatory requirements
3. Protection and Sharing of Information
GEFCFA does not publicly display or sell applicants' personal information.
Information may be accessed by authorized GEFCFA personnel or trusted service providers when reasonably necessary to process applications, operate our website and services, verify information, or meet applicable requirements.
We take reasonable measures to protect personal information from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or disclosure. However, no online system can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
4. Application Information
Applicants should provide accurate and complete information and submit only documents that are requested or reasonably necessary.
Submitting an application does not guarantee approval, funding, a grant, or financial assistance. Applications are subject to eligibility requirements, verification, available resources, and the terms of the applicable program.
5. Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location and applicable law, you may have rights concerning your personal information, including requesting access to, correction of, or deletion of certain information.
You may contact GEFCFA with questions or requests regarding your personal information.
6. Cookies and Third-Party Services
Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to support website functionality, security, and user experience. GEFCFA may also use trusted third-party services to operate parts of the website, process applications, communicate with applicants, or provide other necessary services.
7. Updates to This Policy
GEFCFA may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date.
8. Contact GEFCFA
For questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact:
GEFCFA — Global Environment Facilities & Community Financial Assistance
Email: info@gefcfa.org
Website: GEFCFA.org
APPLICATION DISCLAIMER
By submitting an application to GEFCFA — Global Environment Facilities & Community Financial Assistance, you acknowledge and agree to the following:
1. Application Does Not Guarantee Assistance
Submitting an application does not guarantee approval, funding, a grant, or financial assistance. All applications are subject to applicable eligibility requirements, review, verification, available resources, and program terms.
2. Accuracy of Information
Applicants are responsible for ensuring that all information and documents submitted are accurate, complete, and truthful. GEFCFA may request additional information or supporting documentation when necessary.
3. Review and Verification
GEFCFA may review and verify information provided in an application. Applications may be declined if an applicant does not meet the applicable requirements or if information cannot be adequately verified.
4. Use of Assistance
If assistance is approved, it must be used for the purpose described in the applicable program or approval terms. Additional conditions may apply.
5. No Guarantee of Processing Time
Application review and verification times may vary depending on the type and completeness of the application, required verification, available resources, and other relevant circumstances.
6. Privacy
Information submitted through an application will be handled in accordance with the GEFCFA Privacy Policy. Applicants should provide only information and documents that are requested or reasonably necessary for their application.
7. Changes to Programs
GEFCFA may modify, suspend, or discontinue programs and application opportunities subject to applicable requirements and available resources.
8. Applicant Acknowledgment
By submitting an application, you confirm that you have read and understood this disclaimer and that the information you provide is accurate to the best of your knowledge.
Submitting an application does not create a guarantee, promise, or entitlement to funding or financial assistance.