Who we are
Our website address is: https://www.hoosiereva.org and https://www.hoosiereva.com
Effective Date: August 24, 2026
Hoosier EVA (“we,” “us,” or “our”) operates hoosiereva.org and hoosiereva.com (the “Site”) as a volunteer-run affiliate chapter of the Electric Vehicle Association, dedicated to educating the public about electric vehicles. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect information when you visit our Site or interact with our community.
Information We Collect
- Contact information you voluntarily provide, such as name and email address, when you join our Google Group or sign up for meeting updates.
- Communications you send us, including questions, comments, or event registrations.
- Automatically collected technical data, such as IP address, browser type, and pages visited, gathered through standard website hosting logs or analytics tools.
- Publicly available information you post on our affiliated Facebook page or Google Group, which is governed by those platforms’ own privacy policies.
How We Use Your Information
- To send updates about monthly meetings, events (e.g., Drive Electric Earth Day, farmer’s market appearances), and EV advocacy news.
- To respond to inquiries and facilitate community engagement among EV owners and enthusiasts.
- To improve the Site’s content and user experience.
- To comply with legal obligations or respond to lawful requests from public authorities.
Information Sharing
We do not sell, rent, or trade personal information to third parties. We may share information only in these limited circumstances: with service providers (e.g., Google Groups, hosting providers) who help operate our community outreach, when required by law or legal process, or with your consent (for example, when co-submitting comments with partner organizations like Solar United Neighbors).
Third-Party Links
Our Site links to external resources such as PlugShare, ChargePoint, Facebook, and Google Groups. These third parties have their own privacy policies, and we encourage you to review them, as we are not responsible for their data practices.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our Site may use basic cookies or analytics tools to understand visitor traffic and improve content. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings.
Data Retention and Security
We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, such as maintaining active Google Group membership lists. We use reasonable administrative and technical safeguards to protect your information, though no online transmission is completely secure.
Your Privacy Rights
| Right | Description | Applicable Law |
|---|---|---|
| Access/Know | Request details on personal data we hold about you | CCPA/CPRA (California residents) |
| Deletion | Request deletion of your personal information (e.g., leaving the Google Group) | CCPA/CPRA |
| Opt-Out | Unsubscribe from email communications at any time via an unsubscribe link | CAN-SPAM Act |
| Non-Discrimination | We will not discriminate against you for exercising privacy rights | CCPA/CPRA |
| No Sale of Data | We do not sell personal information | CCPA/CPRA |
To exercise these rights, contact us using the details below. As a small volunteer nonprofit, Hoosier EVA does not meet the revenue or data-volume thresholds that trigger full CCPA/CPRA “business” obligations, but we voluntarily honor these consumer rights as a best practice.
Children’s Privacy
Our Site is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13, consistent with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA). If we learn we have inadvertently collected such information, we will delete it promptly.
Email Communications
All promotional or update emails sent by Hoosier EVA include a functional unsubscribe mechanism and accurate sender information, in compliance with the CAN-SPAM Act.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The “Effective Date” at the top will indicate the most recent revision.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact Hoosier EVA through our Google Group or Facebook page listed on hoosiereva.org.