Privacy Policy

Effective Date: March 24, 2026

At Hands in the Soil, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and how we handle it.

This website is owned and operated by Keitel Farms LLC.

1. Information We Collect

We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, including:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Information you share through application forms (including written responses)

  • Information submitted through contact forms

  • Information provided when signing up for our newsletter

We only collect information that is relevant to your participation in our programs or your interaction with our website.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Communicate with you about programs, applications, and inquiries

  • Review and process applications for our land-based learning program

  • Send occasional emails, updates, or newsletters (if you opt in)

  • Improve our offerings and better understand how people engage with our work

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties.

3. Payments

If you enroll in a program, payments may be processed through our website platform (Squarespace) or collected offline via methods such as cash, check, or digital payment services (e.g., Zelle).

We do not store or process sensitive payment information directly. Any online payments are handled securely through third-party payment processors. For offline payments, only the minimum necessary information is retained for record-keeping and administrative purposes.

4. Third-Party Services

We may use trusted third-party services to support our website and communications. These may include:

  • Website hosting and infrastructure (Squarespace)

  • Email communication platforms (such as Flodesk, if implemented)

These providers may have access to limited personal information only as necessary to perform their services.

5. Cookies and Basic Website Data

Our website may collect limited non-personal information automatically, such as browser type or general site usage data, to help us understand how visitors interact with the site.

We do not currently use advanced tracking or analytics tools.

6. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

  • Request access to the personal information we hold about you

  • Request corrections or updates

  • Request deletion of your information

To make a request, please contact us using the information below.

7. Data Security

We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information, but no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure. We encourage you to share information thoughtfully.

8. Future Changes

As this platform grows, we may update this Privacy Policy to reflect new programs, tools, or offerings. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

9. Contact

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please reach out:

Email:info@handsinthesoil.farm
Business: Keitel Farms LLC

By using this website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.