Privacy Policy
The Auckland Medical Research Foundation (‘AMRF’) is committed to protecting your privacy.
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Any personal information provided to us is held with the utmost care and will not be used other than as described in this privacy policy. AMRF recognise that your relationship with us is voluntary, and as such, your privacy will be held in the strictest confidence. AMRF will ensure that any personal information provided to us will be treated in accordance with the Privacy Act 2020 and not be used or disclosed other than as described here.
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Donation Guidelines
Information about donations is handled with respect and confidentiality to the extent provided by law.
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Some donors prefer anonymity. AMRF will respect the wishes of contributors who prefer their gift to remain confidential. AMRF do not lend, exchange, rent or sell our donor lists to other organisations.
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The personal information you provide when making an online donation, purchasing a membership, applying for funds or becoming a volunteer will be protected by AMRF, and will not be disclosed to any third parties. You can opt out at any time.
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Our Commitment to Your Privacy
The Auckland Medical Research Foundation ('AMRF') is committed to protecting your privacy. Any personal information provided to us is held with the utmost care and treated in accordance with the New Zealand Privacy Act 2020, including the Information Privacy Principle 3A (IPP 3A) provisions. We recognise that your relationship with us is voluntary, and as such, your privacy will be held in the strictest confidence.
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What Information We Collect Directly
AMRF collects and uses various personal information from individuals that includes: name, amount donated, dates of donations, address, telephone numbers, e-mail address, comments, attendance at events, and date of birth.
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What Information We Collect Indirectly (Advertising and Analytics)
In addition to the information you give us directly, AMRF collects information indirectly when you browse our website or interact with our digital advertising. We use tracking technologies to securely gather data about website behaviour. This includes receiving matched, anonymised data from third-party advertising platforms like Meta (Facebook/Instagram) and Google (YouTube/Google Ads).
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How We Use Your Information
AMRF will use your contact information to distribute receipts for donations/memberships, send donor/membership acknowledgement letters, and thank supporters for their donations. Marketing and Advertising: We also use securely hashed and anonymised data to measure the effectiveness of our advertising campaigns, model conversions, and ensure our marketing budget is spent efficiently to further our medical research funding goals.
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Who We Share Your Information With
Information about donations is handled with respect and confidentiality. Some donors prefer anonymity, and AMRF will always respect the wishes of contributors who prefer their gift to remain confidential. AMRF do not lend, exchange, rent or sell our donor lists to other organisations.
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To support our fundraising and outreach efforts, we do share securely hashed, anonymised data with trusted third-party platforms, specifically Google (for Google Analytics and Google Ads) and Meta (for Facebook and Instagram advertising). This data is strictly used for measuring ad performance and delivering relevant content.
All access to donor financial information is strictly limited to staff who need to process this data. AMRF uses Windcave for online payment processing, which protects personal information to the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standards. AMRF does not store, nor does it have access to, your credit card information, bank account numbers, or other account data sent to those processing services.
Cookies and Tracking
By using the AMRF website, mobile website, or applications, you confirm that you agree to the use of cookies (small files hosted on your computer or device) and similar technologies. While we collect aggregate information to understand website usage, you have full control over non-essential marketing cookies via our website's consent banner. You can choose to accept or decline these tracking technologies at any time. You can opt-out of Google Analytics by using the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-On.
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Security and Storage of Information
AMRF holds personal information securely at the AMRF office: Level 3, 81 Grafton Road, Auckland. AMRF will ensure your personal information is kept secure and confidential, using up-to-date methods and systems which meet current industry standards. Only our staff and those who perform services on our behalf, and are authorised to handle your information, will have access to your personal information. We will not retain any of your information for any longer than is required by us except to fulfil our legal obligations or where you have consented.
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Your Rights: Access and Correction
You have the right to access and request a correction to your personal information. To ensure that your recorded personal information is accurate and up-to-date, or to opt out of communications at any time, please notify AMRF by email at admin@medicalresearch.org.nz or by phone at 09 923 1701.
Changes to this Policy
If AMRF decides to change the privacy policy, we will post those changes here so you are always aware of what information AMRF collect, how AMRF use it, and under what circumstances we disclose it. If at any point AMRF decide to use personally identifiable information in a manner different from that stated at the time it was collected, we will notify you by way of an email or post, and you will have a choice as to whether or not AMRF may use the information in this different manner.
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Privacy breaches
If AMRF believe that there has been a privacy breach, AMRF will identify the issue and take steps to minimise any harm. If AMRF believe the breach has caused, or is likely to cause serious harm, AMRF will contact the Office of the Privacy Commissioner and those who may be affected by the breach.
If you believe there has been a privacy breach you should report the breach or potential breach to AMRF's Privacy Officer by email admin@medicalresearch.org.nz.
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The Privacy Officer will review any complaint or reported breach. The Privacy Officer will respond to the complainant or reporter outlining next steps and their reasons for taking those steps. The Privacy Officer will also consider whether any privacy breach is a notifiable breach, therefore requiring notification to the Privacy Commissioner and affected individuals under the Privacy Act 2020.
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Disclaimer
This website is for information only. It is not intended to replace medical or healthcare advice provided by a qualified medical practitioner. Any person requiring medical advice or treatment should seek proper care from an appropriate provider.
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AMRF aims to ensure that all website information is from reliable and reputable sources and is accurate, and AMRF accept no responsibility for the manner in which this information is subsequently used.
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AMRF is not responsible for the content or reliability of any external websites that AMRF do not own or manage, that this website links to. AMRF does not necessarily endorse the views expressed within them nor guarantee they will be active and function correctly at all times. Listing shall not be taken as endorsement of any kind.
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The information contained on this website is derived from a number of sources. While AMRF has taken all reasonable steps to ensure that all information is from reliable and reputable sources and is accurate, it accepts no liability or responsibility for any acts or omissions, done or omitted in reliance in whole or in part, on the information.
Updated 6 May 2026