Rule of Lawyers
An Initiative of Democracy Rising Collaborative
A Fiscally Sponsored Project of Independence Initiative
Last Modified: February 17, 2026
Rule of Lawyers is an initiative of Democracy Rising Collaborative, which operates as a fiscally sponsored project of Independence Initiative. Throughout this document, the terms “We,” “Us,” and “Our” refer collectively to Rule of Lawyers, Democracy Rising Collaborative, and Independence Initiative as the context requires.
This Privacy Policy explains how we handle information that you share with us or that we gather when you interact with our platforms. It applies to all points of contact between you and us—our website, email sign-up forms, electronic communications, offline interactions, and any other channel through which you engage with our work. When you make a donation, you are redirected to Givebutter, a third-party platform; this policy does not govern the information you provide directly to Givebutter, which is subject to Givebutter’s own privacy policy.
We encourage you to read this document before providing us with any personal details. Sharing your information with us signals your agreement to the practices outlined here. We may update this policy over time; continued engagement after any revision means you accept the new terms.
The core information we request is your name and email address. You provide these when you join our mailing list, respond to a call to action, or reach out to us.
If you choose to make a donation, you will be directed to a third-party platform, Givebutter (https://givebutter.com/democracy-rising-collaborative), which handles the transaction. Any financial or billing information you supply during the donation process—such as your payment card number, billing address, or bank details—is collected and processed by Givebutter, not by us. We do not receive, store, or have access to your full payment credentials. Givebutter may share certain non-financial details with us, such as your name, email address, and donation amount, so that we can acknowledge your contribution and maintain our records. Givebutter’s own privacy policy governs how it handles the information you provide on its platform, and we encourage you to review it before completing a transaction.
Beyond those items, we may also receive:
When you visit our website, our servers and third-party analytics tools may capture technical details such as your device’s IP address, browser version, operating system, the pages you view, how long you spend on each page, and the website that referred you to us. This data is collected through standard web technologies, including cookies (small text files stored on your device) and tracking pixels (tiny embedded elements in web pages or emails). You can adjust your browser settings to limit or block cookies, though this may affect site functionality.
Because Rule of Lawyers operates under the umbrella of Democracy Rising Collaborative—itself a project of Independence Initiative—information you provide to any one of these entities may be accessed by the others. Specifically, names, email addresses, and donor information received from Givebutter in connection with contributions made through Rule of Lawyers will also be available to Democracy Rising Collaborative for use in advancing our shared objectives. This internal sharing is a fundamental part of how our organizational structure works, and by providing your information, you acknowledge and agree to it.
We use the information we gather to:
Opt-in data and consent records tied to text messaging are never shared with outside parties. We do not provide mobile subscriber details to third parties for their own promotional use.
Data that has been aggregated or stripped of identifying details may be shared without restriction.
We may share identifiable personal information only in these situations:
We may also release personal information when compelled by law, court order, or regulatory demand; when needed to enforce our policies or agreements; or when we believe in good faith that disclosure is necessary to protect the rights, safety, or property of our organizations, our community, or the public at large.
Your browser likely offers tools to block, delete, or receive warnings about cookies. Adjusting these settings may limit certain site features. If you prefer that Google Analytics not process your data, Google offers a browser extension for that purpose.
Each promotional email we send includes an unsubscribe mechanism. You may also contact us directly to be removed from our list. For text messages, follow the opt-out instructions contained in the message.
You may ask us to provide a copy of the personal information we hold about you, to correct inaccuracies, or to delete your data. We will make reasonable efforts to fulfill such requests, subject to any legal obligations that may require us to retain certain records.
Privacy laws in several U.S. states—including California, Colorado, Connecticut, Virginia, and Utah—may confer additional rights on residents. Californians can learn more at the Attorney General’s website (https://oag.ca.gov/privacy/ccpa). We encourage residents of other states to review the consumer privacy statutes in their jurisdictions.
We take precautions to protect the information we hold. No electronic system, however, can eliminate risk entirely, and we cannot guarantee absolute security for the information we do hold. You share personal information with us at your own discretion.
Our operations and systems are based in the United States. By sharing information with us, you acknowledge that your data will be stored and processed in the United States, where privacy protections may differ from those available in your jurisdiction.
Where required by applicable law, we rely on one or more of the following bases to process your personal data: fulfillment of commitments made to you; pursuit of legitimate organizational interests that do not override your rights; compliance with a legal obligation; or your informed, voluntary consent.
Our platforms may contain links to sites run by other organizations. We bear no responsibility for the privacy practices of those external sites, and we recommend reviewing their policies before sharing any information with them.
Certain browsers allow users to activate a Do Not Track preference. We do not currently modify our data practices in response to such signals.
Our platforms are not designed for, and we do not intentionally collect data from, individuals under the age of 13. If we become aware that someone in this age group has submitted personal information to us, we will take steps to delete it as quickly as practicable. Please alert us if you believe a child under 13 has shared data with us.
California residents under 16 may hold additional rights regarding the handling of their personal information; see Section 6d for guidance.
We use web analytics services to understand how visitors navigate our site. These services may receive certain data—including your IP address and browsing patterns—and use it to generate aggregate usage reports that inform our decisions about content and design.
Emails we send may contain small embedded elements that tell us whether a message was opened and which links were clicked. This helps us gauge the effectiveness of our communications and tailor future outreach accordingly.
We reserve the right to modify this Privacy Policy as our work and platforms evolve. When we make significant changes, we will take reasonable steps to notify you, such as posting a visible notice on our website. The date at the top of this document reflects the most recent revision. Continued engagement after a change takes effect constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or the way we handle your information, please reach out to us at: info@democracyrisingcollaborative.org
By providing your information to Rule of Lawyers, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.