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Colonial Presbyterian Church data breach investigation

Colonial Presbyterian Church in Indiana reported a data security incident on August 18, 2026, stemming from a breach on March 11, 2026. This incident exposed highly sensitive personal records, including financial and identity details, for its community, raising concerns about the church's data protection practices and potential risks to those affected. Individuals who received a notification letter should understand what information was compromised and their options for legal recourse.

Filed
August 18, 2026
Regulator
Indiana AG
People affected
Not stated
File status
Monitoring

What the filing confirms

  • Colonial Presbyterian Church reported the incident to the Indiana Attorney General.
  • Information involved: Full Name, Social Security Number, Date of Birth, Financial Account and Routing Numbers, Donation and Giving History, Employee Wage and Tax Records, Home Address and Contact Information, Volunteer Background Check Records.

Still unknown

  • How many people were affected. The filing does not give a number.
  • What caused the incident beyond the description in the filing.
  • How the attackers got in, and whether basic safeguards such as multi-factor sign-in were in place.
Read the filing at the source

Investigation notes

An investigation is now open into the data security incident reported by Colonial Presbyterian Church in Indiana. On August 18, 2026, the church confirmed to state authorities that a data breach occurred on March 11, 2026. As a cornerstone community and religious institution, Colonial Presbyterian Church collects and maintains extensive personal information from its members, employees, and volunteers, making the security of this data paramount.

The breach exposed several categories of highly sensitive personal data. The records confirmed to be compromised include Full Name, Social Security Number, Date of Birth, Financial Account and Routing Numbers, Donation and Giving History, Employee Wage and Tax Records, Home Address and Contact Information, and Volunteer Background Check Records. The exposure of such comprehensive personal and financial details creates significant risks for identity theft, financial fraud, and other long-term harms for affected individuals.

Under Indiana data protection laws, organizations entrusted with sensitive personal data are legally obligated to implement reasonable security measures. The occurrence of this data breach strongly suggests potential shortcomings in Colonial Presbyterian Church’s cybersecurity protocols. Our investigation will examine whether the church adequately protected the private information it collected, whether it adhered to industry best practices, and whether any identified security failures directly led to this compromise.

Receiving a data breach notification letter from Colonial Presbyterian Church confirms that your personal information was impacted. This notification provides the basis for individuals to explore their legal options. If your data was exposed, you may be entitled to seek compensation for the increased risk of identity theft, financial losses, and the time and effort required to protect yourself in the aftermath of such an incident. We offer free case evaluations and operate on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay nothing unless we successfully recover compensation for you.

What our attorneys examine

A cyberattack does not excuse a company from protecting the information it holds. We look at whether Colonial Presbyterian Church used reasonable security, how long it kept the data, and how quickly it told the people affected. Those questions decide whether a class action or individual claim is possible. Read more on how ransomware lawsuits work, or browse other incident files in Indiana.

Colonial Presbyterian Church data breach questions

How many people were affected by the Colonial Presbyterian Church data breach, and what was exposed?
The filing does not give a count of affected people and lists the following information as involved: Full Name, Social Security Number, Date of Birth, Financial Account and Routing Numbers, Donation and Giving History, Employee Wage and Tax Records, Home Address and Contact Information, Volunteer Background Check Records. Your own letter is the best guide to what was exposed about you, since notices are usually tailored to each person.
Is the Colonial Presbyterian Church data breach letter legit or a scam?
A notice from Colonial Presbyterian Church in the mail matches the breach Colonial Presbyterian Church reported to the Indiana Attorney General on August 18, 2026. Check that the company name and dates in your letter match that filing. A real notice of data security incident won't ask for your password, Social Security number or a payment — if it does, contact Colonial Presbyterian Church through a phone number or website you find yourself.
Did Colonial Presbyterian Church offer free credit monitoring?
Look for an enrollment code in your Colonial Presbyterian Church notice. Companies that offer free credit monitoring after a breach usually include it there, with a deadline to activate. Because Social Security numbers are listed in this filing, identity monitoring and a credit freeze matter more than usual. Enrolling does not give up your right to bring a claim.
Is there a Colonial Presbyterian Church data breach class action lawsuit?
Law firms often open an investigation after a breach notice like this one, and a class action lawsuit may follow. This page doesn't confirm that a lawsuit has been filed against Colonial Presbyterian Church. You usually don't have to join a class action to be included — if a settlement is reached, class members are notified and can file a claim.
What should I do after getting the Colonial Presbyterian Church data breach notice?
Keep the letter and the envelope, and note the date it arrived. Freeze your credit with Equifax, Experian and TransUnion, change any passwords the notice mentions, and sign up for any free credit monitoring the letter offers. Then check whether you may have a claim.
Where can I see the official Colonial Presbyterian Church breach notice?
Colonial Presbyterian Church's report is published by the Indiana Attorney General: https://www.in.gov/attorneygeneral/consumer-protection-division/id-theft-prevention/security-breaches/#colonial-presbyterian-church-2026 Compare it with the letter you received to confirm the dates and details match.
Do I need a Colonial Presbyterian Church data breach lawyer or attorney?
An attorney can read your notice and tell you whether a claim makes sense. A case review here is free, and data breach cases are usually handled on contingency, so there is no upfront cost.
Can I sue Colonial Presbyterian Church over the data breach?
It depends on what was exposed, the law in Indiana and your own state, and whether you've been harmed. Most people take part through a class action rather than suing alone. Keep your notification letter — it's the proof that connects you to the breach.
How much could a Colonial Presbyterian Church data breach settlement or claim be worth?
There is no set amount, and no Colonial Presbyterian Church settlement is confirmed here. In past data breach settlements, payments depended on what data was exposed and on documented losses — fraud, out-of-pocket costs and time spent dealing with the breach. The filing lists Full Name, Social Security Number, Date of Birth as involved. Keep receipts and records; they're what damages claims are built on.

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