Food for the Poor Data Breach Class Action Investigation

At Console & Associates, our data breach lawyers are closely examining the recent Food for the Poor data breach. This data breach was disclosed following a cyber security incident at Food for the Poor, which may have affected as many as 52,286 individuals, potentially exposing sensitive personal identifiable information.

What Happened?

A recent report from the Maine Attorney General's office states that the Food for the Poor data breach occurred due to a cyber security incident. According to the filed notification, the nonprofit organization detected suspicious network activity on September 6, 2024, which prompted an immediate internal investigation.

The investigation revealed that between September 2, 2024, and September 6, 2024, an unauthorized party gained access to portions of the organization's computer systems. During this four-day window, the threat actor was able to access files containing confidential information of individuals associated with the organization.

The compromised information includes highly sensitive personal data such as:

• Full names
• Social Security numbers
• Driver's license numbers
• State identification numbers
• Passport numbers
• Financial account information
• Health information
• Health insurance information

Data breach letters were sent out by Food for the Poor on April 4, 2025, informing affected individuals about the nature of the incident and the specific categories of their personal information that may have been exposed during the security breach.

Steps To Take If You Were Affected By A Data Breach

1. Monitor all accounts and credit reports closely
   1. Set up alerts for suspicious activity
   2. Review all financial statements thoroughly
   3. Request free credit reports and examine them for unauthorized entries
      
      
2. Consider freezing your credit
   1. Contact all three major credit bureaus to place a freeze
   2. Understand this prevents new accounts from being opened in your name
   3. Remember to temporarily lift the freeze when applying for legitimate credit
      
      
3. Look out for phishing attempts using information from the Food for the Poor data breach
   1. Be wary of unexpected emails or messages claiming to be from Food for the Poor
   2. Don't click on suspicious links or download unexpected attachments
   3. Verify all communications through official channels
      
      
4. Change passwords for affected accounts
   1. Create strong, unique passwords for each account
   2. Use a combination of letters, numbers, and special characters
   3. Consider using a password manager for better security
      
      
5. Enable two-factor authentication where possible
   1. Add this extra layer of security to all important accounts
   2. Use authenticator apps rather than SMS when available
   3. Keep backup codes in a secure location

For more detailed guidance, explore our “Guide for Victims of a Data Breach” to better understand measures you can take to protect yourself after a data breach.

Food for the Poor Overview

Food for the Poor, Inc. is an international humanitarian organization headquartered in Coconut Creek, Florida. Established in 1982, the nonprofit focuses on providing essential assistance to impoverished communities throughout the Caribbean and Latin America regions.

The organization operates through a network of partnerships with local churches, community leaders, and international donors to implement various assistance programs in countries including Haiti, Jamaica, Honduras, Guatemala, and Nicaragua. Their work encompasses several critical support areas: food security initiatives, housing construction, healthcare services, clean water access, educational development programs, and emergency disaster relief operations.

With approximately 300 employees, Food for the Poor manages an annual revenue of approximately $450 million, which finances their humanitarian projects across multiple countries. The organization maintains an operational infrastructure that allows them to address both immediate humanitarian needs and implement longer-term development strategies aimed at addressing systemic poverty issues.

Food for the Poor's operational model includes direct aid distribution through local partners, capacity-building initiatives for communities, and sustainable development projects. The organization utilizes donations from individuals, corporations, and foundation grants to fund their programs throughout the regions they serve.

Food for the Poor Data Breach Victims Have Rights - Don’t Wait to Act

How do you know that you were affected by the Food for the Poor data breach? Usually victims receive a NOTICE OF DATA BREACH in the mail, but the impact of a breach can be felt long before notices are sent to those affected. This can be in the form of fraudulent financial activity and other forms of identity theft.

If you believe you were affected, we encourage you to reach out to our data breach law firm for legal assistance through a no-cost consultation about your situation. We will review your eligibility to file a data breach class action lawsuit and discuss your legal rights and any compensation that may be available to you.

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