Effective Date: November 1, 2025
The Michael Wayne Hanks Legacy Foundation (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy and safeguarding the personal information you choose to share through Mission H.A.N.K.S. (Honoring All Next of Kin & Survivors).
Information We Collect
When you complete a Mission H.A.N.K.S. registration form, we may collect:
- Your name, phone number, email, and mailing address
- Your relationship to the service member or veteran
- Unit, battalion, or organizational affiliation (if applicable)
- Any optional notes or comments you choose to provide
How We Use Your Information
Your information is used solely to:
- Maintain communication with Gold Star Families, Veterans, and surviving loved ones
- Provide invitations to reunions, events, and memorial activities
- Share updates and resources relevant to Mission H.A.N.K.S. and affiliated partnerships
- Coordinate communication with the active battalion or regiment for official outreach, event participation, or historical recordkeeping
Your information will never be sold, rented, or used for any commercial marketing purpose.
Information Storage and Security
All personal information is stored securely on password-protected systems accessible only to authorized representatives of the Michael Wayne Hanks Legacy Foundation and designated partners directly affiliated with Mission H.A.N.K.S.
We use reasonable safeguards to prevent unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure of your information.
Your Choices
Participation in Mission H.A.N.K.S. is completely voluntary.
You may:
- Request a copy of your information
- Update or correct your details
- Ask for your information to be permanently deleted
Requests can be made at any time by contacting info@mwhlegacy.org.
External Links
Our website may include links to partner organizations or external sites.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those external websites.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any revisions will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
Contact Us
For questions, requests, or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact:
Michael Wayne Hanks Legacy Foundation
Email: info@mwhlegacy.org