Who We Are
This privacy notice applies to friendsofdarrellcodom.com, operated by Friends of Darrell C. Odom, the authorized campaign committee for Delegate Darrell C. Odom Sr., Maryland House of Delegates, District 27A. Campaign Treasurer: Christine Odom. Mailing address: P.O. Box 821, Brandywine, MD 20613.
Information We Collect
We collect information you provide directly, including:
- Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address when you sign up to volunteer, subscribe to our newsletter, request constituent services, or submit a contact form
- Name, address, employer, and occupation when you make a donation (required by Maryland campaign finance law for contributions of $25 or more)
- Messages and correspondence you send through contact forms or email
We also collect standard website analytics data — page views, referral sources, and device type — through privacy-respecting analytics tools. This data is aggregated and not linked to individual identities.
Donations and Payment Processing
Online donations are processed by ActBlue, an independent payment processor. When you donate online, your payment information is entered directly into ActBlue's secure platform and is governed by ActBlue's Privacy Policy. Friends of Darrell C. Odom does not store credit card or bank account information.
Check donations and contributor information are handled by the Campaign Treasurer in compliance with Maryland campaign finance reporting requirements.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information you provide to:
- Send campaign updates, event invitations, and volunteer coordination emails if you have signed up for communications
- Process and acknowledge donations
- Respond to constituent service requests and contact form submissions
- Comply with Maryland campaign finance disclosure requirements
- Coordinate volunteer activities
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for commercial purposes.
Maryland Campaign Finance Reporting
Maryland law requires campaign committees to publicly disclose the name, address, employer, and occupation of contributors who give $25 or more in a single election cycle. This information is reported to the Maryland State Board of Elections and becomes part of the public record. Campaign finance reports are available at campaignfinance.maryland.gov.
Email Communications
If you subscribe to campaign updates or volunteer communications, you may unsubscribe at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in any email we send, or by emailing friendsofdarrellcodom@gmail.com with "Unsubscribe" in the subject line. We will process your request promptly.
Cookies and Analytics
This website may use cookies for basic functionality and analytics. We do not use advertising cookies or cross-site tracking. You can disable cookies in your browser settings without affecting your ability to use the site.
Data Security
We take reasonable precautions to protect the information you provide. The site is served over HTTPS. Payment processing is handled entirely by ActBlue's PCI-compliant infrastructure. No system is completely secure — if you have concerns about the security of information you've submitted, contact us at friendsofdarrellcodom@gmail.com.
Contact for Privacy Questions
For questions about this privacy notice or your information, contact:
Friends of Darrell C. Odom
Attn: Christine Odom, Treasurer
P.O. Box 821
Brandywine, MD 20613
friendsofdarrellcodom@gmail.com
Updates to This Notice
We may update this privacy notice as needed. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated date. Continued use of the site after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised notice.