The Church of the Nazarene Data Breach: Reported Filing Facts

The Church of the Nazarene is a religious organization that functions as a non-profit entity, managing extensive membership records, charitable donations, and administrative personnel data. In the course of these operations, the organization typically collects and stores sensitive personal information, including full names, home addresses, contact details, and financial records related to tithes, offerings, and payroll. This data breach was officially reported to the Indiana Attorney General in 2025, confirming that the security of this personal information was compromised. If you have received a formal data breach notification letter, it indicates that your personal data was likely included in the files accessed during this incident. We recommend reviewing the letter carefully to understand the specific steps the organization is taking to support affected individuals.

State: Indiana
Breach date: April 29, 2024
Reported: April 4, 2025

What to do if you were affected

These general steps can help limit the risk of identity theft and fraud after any data breach.

Stay alert to targeted scams
Be cautious of calls, texts, or emails that reference this breach. Legitimate organizations won't ask you to confirm sensitive details through an unsolicited message.
Keep your notification letter
Save the notice you received. It documents that your information was involved and is often needed to enroll in any credit monitoring offered or to join a related legal claim.

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