Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Effective Date: November 11, 2025

The Elect Michael Calles Campaign (“Campaign,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you provide through our website.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information in accordance with applicable laws, including Arizona campaign finance regulations and 10DLC (Application-to-Person messaging) requirements.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

When you voluntarily provide it, we may collect:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Mailing address

  • Occupation and employer (required for campaign finance compliance)

  • Donation information

  • Any other information you submit through forms

How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Provide campaign updates, alerts, and event information

  • Process and legally report political contributions

  • Maintain compliance with Arizona campaign finance laws

  • Respond to inquiries

  • Improve website functionality and outreach

  • Send email and SMS communications (with your consent)

Arizona Campaign Finance Compliance

Under Arizona law, political committees are required to collect and report certain contributor information.

By making a donation, you certify that:

  • You are a United States citizen or lawful permanent resident

  • The contribution is made from your own funds

  • You are at least 18 years old

  • The information provided is accurate

We are required to report contributor information, including name, address, occupation, and employer, to the Arizona Secretary of State and applicable local filing officers.

SMS & 10DLC Compliance (Text Messaging)

By providing your phone number and opting in, you consent to receive A2P (Application-to-Person) text messages from Michael Calles for Glendale City Council, including:

  • Campaign updates

  • Event reminders

  • Fundraising messages

  • Voter outreach communications

Opt-In Consent

  • SMS opt-in is collected via website forms, event sign-ups, or other direct interactions

  • Consent is not a condition of any purchase or donation

  • Opt-In Data is not shared. 
  • No mobile opt-in will be shared with third parties for marketing purposes.

Message Frequency

  • Message frequency may vary based on campaign activity

Opt-Out Instructions

  • You may opt out at any time by replying STOP to any message

  • For help, reply HELP or contact us directly

Fees

  • Message and data rates may apply depending on your mobile carrier

Data Use for Messaging

  • Your phone number and messaging consent will not be sold or shared with third parties for their marketing purposes

  • Messaging data may be shared with trusted vendors strictly for campaign communication delivery

Carrier Disclaimer

  • Mobile carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages

Sharing of Information

We do not sell your personal information.

We may share your information with:

  • Campaign staff, consultants, and volunteers

  • Payment processors and fundraising platforms

  • Messaging platforms for SMS delivery (10DLC compliance)

  • Government agencies as required by law

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Improve website performance

  • Analyze user behavior

  • Optimize campaign communications

You may disable cookies through your browser settings.

Email Communications

You may opt out of campaign emails at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link included in each message.

Data Security

We implement reasonable safeguards to protect your information. However, no transmission over the internet is completely secure.

Third-Party Services

We may use third-party vendors (such as payment processors, email providers, and SMS platforms) that maintain their own privacy policies.

Your Rights

You may:

  • Request access to your data

  • Request corrections

  • Request deletion (subject to legal obligations)

Contact: info@callesforglendale.com

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be reflected with a new effective date.

Contact Information

Michael Calles for Glendale City Council
info@callesforglendale.com
(623)-374-7002

Political Disclaimer

Paid for by Elect Michael Calles. Authorized by Michael Calles