Effective Date: 25 May 2026
Last Updated: 25 May 2026
Torchlight Ministries is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you visit our website, contact us, make donations, submit prayer requests, volunteer, apply for support, or engage with our ministry.
We process personal data in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.
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Email: info@torchlightministries
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If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or how we use your information, please contact us using the details above.
We may collect and process the following information:
Information submitted through:
Where donations are made, we may collect:
Torchlight Ministries does not store debit card or credit card information on this website. Payments are processed securely through authorised third-party providers.
Some information shared with us may include sensitive personal information such as:
This information is treated confidentially and only accessed where necessary to provide ministry support and services.
We may use your information to:
Torchlight Ministries processes personal information using lawful bases under UK GDPR including:
Where information is processed based on consent, you may withdraw your consent at any time.
Donations may be made through bank transfer, QR code, payment gateway, or other secure methods.
Giving opportunities may include:
Where donations are given for a specific purpose, Torchlight Ministries will seek to use funds for their intended purpose wherever possible.
Information shared through Hardship Fund applications is handled confidentially.
Applications will only be accessed by authorised persons responsible for administering the Hardship Fund.
Information provided will only be used for:
Information will not be shared outside authorised persons unless legally required.
Torchlight Ministries does not sell or trade personal information.
Information may only be shared where necessary with:
Where safeguarding concerns arise, information may be shared appropriately to protect children, vulnerable adults, or others at risk.
Torchlight Ministries takes reasonable steps to protect personal information including:
We retain information only for as long as necessary.
Typical retention periods include:
Prayer Requests – Up to 12 months
Volunteer Information – Up to 3 years after involvement ends
Hardship Applications – Up to 6 years for financial accountability purposes
Donation Records – In line with legal and accounting requirements
Under UK GDPR you have the right to:
If you are unhappy with how your information has been handled, you may contact the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO).
Website: https://ico.org.uk
This website may use cookies to improve website functionality and user experience.
Where required, consent will be requested before non-essential cookies are used.
You may control cookie preferences through your browser settings.
Torchlight Ministries is committed to safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults.
Where information relating to children is collected, parental or guardian consent may be required.
Any safeguarding concerns identified through ministry activities may be managed in accordance with our safeguarding responsibilities.
Torchlight Ministries may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
Any updates will be published on this page.
Torchlight Ministries
Sharing the Gospel. Serving People. Shining the Light of Christ.