Houston Domino Club
501(c)(3) Nonprofit Organization · EIN: 99-0944512
Last updated: April 2026
1. Introduction
The Houston Domino Club is a nonprofit sports organization, recognized under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code (IRC) of the United States, with EIN: 99-0944512. The Club is headquartered in Houston, Texas, and operates the website www.houstondominoclub.org.
The Club is committed to protecting the privacy of its members, visitors, collaborators, and donors. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, store, and protect the personal information you provide to us.
By using our website, registering as a member, participating in events, or making a donation, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Information provided directly
We may collect the following types of personal information:
– Full name and date of birth
– Email address and phone number
– Mailing address
– Membership information (member number, category, join date)
– Payment information for donations
– Photos or videos taken at Club events
– Communications sent to the Club by email, web form, or social media
2.2 Automatically collected information
– IP address and browser type
– Pages visited and time spent on site
– Cookie data and similar technologies
3. How We Use Your Information
– Manage memberships and communications with Club members
– Organize tournaments, sporting events, and community activities
– Process and acknowledge tax-deductible donations under Section 501(c)(3)
– Send newsletters and event calendars
– Comply with legal and tax obligations (Form 990/990-EZ/990-N with the IRS)
– Improve our website and user experience
– Publish event photos on social media (with consent)
4. Donations and Tax Deductibility
The Houston Domino Club is a tax-exempt organization under IRC Section 501(c)(3). Donations made to the Club are federally tax-deductible for the donor, pursuant to IRC Section 170.
To process your donation, we will collect your name, address, and donation amount. This information is required to issue the official donation receipt required by the IRS for deductions of $250 or more.
We do not sell, rent, or share donor information with third parties for commercial purposes.
5. Sharing Your Information
The Club does not sell or rent your personal information. We may share information only in the following cases:
– With official sports affiliations (DominoUSA, International Domino Federation)
– With service providers under confidentiality agreements
– When required by law or competent government authority
– With your express consent for any other purpose
6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website may use cookies to improve your browsing experience. You may configure your browser to reject cookies, although this may affect some site functionality.
7. Information Security
We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, loss, alteration, or disclosure. Access to personal information is restricted to Club officers and volunteers who need it to carry out their functions.
8. Your Rights
You have the right to:
– Access the personal information the Club holds about you
– Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
– Request deletion of your personal information
– Withdraw your consent for marketing communications
– Request a portable copy of your information
9. Minors
The Houston Domino Club does not intentionally collect personal information from children under 13 years of age without prior consent from their parents or legal guardians.
10. Changes to this Policy
The Club reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be posted on our website with the date of the last update.
12. Disclaimer of Liability
The Houston Domino Club is not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or policies of third-party websites accessed through links on our site. We recommend reviewing the privacy policy of each external site you visit.
The Club is also not responsible for service interruptions, technical errors, or data loss caused by factors beyond its control, including server failures, cyberattacks, or natural disasters.
This disclaimer does not apply to personal information collected directly by the Club, the handling of which is governed by this Privacy Policy.
13. Photo and Image Consent
By participating in events, tournaments, or activities organized by the Houston Domino Club, participants consent to being photographed or recorded on video.
These images and recordings may be used in:
– Club promotional and institutional materials
– Website www.houstondominoclub.org
– Official social media (Instagram, Facebook)
– Press and media publications
If you do not wish your image to be used, you must notify us in writing at info@houstondominoclub.org prior to the event.
14. Data Retention
The Houston Domino Club retains personal information of members and donors for a minimum period of 7 years, in accordance with IRS fiscal requirements for 501(c)(3) organizations.
Once the retention period has been fulfilled, the information will be securely deleted from our systems, unless the law requires it to be kept for a longer period.
15. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of the State of Texas, United States of America.
Any dispute related to this policy or the handling of personal information will be resolved in the competent courts of Harris County, Texas, with both parties waiving any other jurisdiction that may apply.
16. Limitation of Liability
The Houston Domino Club implements reasonable security measures to protect your personal information. However, no security system is completely infallible.
In the event of a security breach that compromises your personal information, the Club will:
– Notify affected individuals within a maximum of 72 hours
– Take immediate steps to contain and remediate the situation
– Cooperate with competent authorities in accordance with Texas State laws
The Club’s liability is limited exclusively to information directly under its control and custody.
11. Contact and Privacy Complaints
For general inquiries, requests regarding your personal information, or to submit a privacy complaint, please contact us:
– Website: www.houstondominoclub.org
– Email: info@houstondominoclub.org
– Address: 810 S Mason Rd #307, Katy, TX 77450
– Phone: +1(786) 930.1327 | +1(346) 468.9032
The Club commits to responding to all requests within a maximum of 30 business days.
If you do not receive a satisfactory response, you may file a complaint with:
– Federal Trade Commission: www.ftc.gov
– Texas Attorney General: www.texasattorneygeneral.gov
Houston Domino Club · 501(c)(3) Organization · EIN: 99-0944512 · Effective: January 22, 2024
