HHS OCR report · 2020
Children's Hope Alliance data breach
OCR report facts
- Covered entity
- Children's Hope Alliance
- Entity type
- Healthcare Provider
- State
- North Carolina
- Individuals affected
- 4,564
- Submission date
- Jan 14, 2020
- Type of breach
- Hacking/IT Incident
- Location of breached information
- Business associate present
- No
- Status
- Archive (closed)
OCR description
The covered entity (CE), Children’s Hope Alliance, reported that it was a victim of a phishing attack that affected the electronic protected health information (ePHI) of 4,564 individuals. The ePHI involved included names, addresses, dates of birth, drivers’ license numbers, Social Security numbers, clinical information, and financial information. The CE notified HHS, affected individuals, and the media. In response to the breach, the CE sanctioned the responsible employee and implemented ...
Text as published on the HHS OCR breach portal.
Other reports by Children's Hope Alliance
| Covered entity | State | Entity type | Individuals | Submitted | Type of breach | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Children's Hope Alliance | NC | Business Associate | 4,564 | Dec 3, 2019 | Hacking/IT Incident | Archive (closed) |
Frequently asked questions
How many people were affected by the Children's Hope Alliance data breach?
The report to HHS OCR lists 4,564 individuals affected.
When was it reported to HHS?
It was submitted to HHS OCR on Jan 14, 2020.
What type of breach was it?
The OCR portal lists the type of breach as Hacking/IT Incident, with the breached information located in: Email.
Is the investigation still open?
No. The report is in the OCR portal archive, which holds reports where OCR has closed its review.
Is a breach notice letter from Children's Hope Alliance legitimate?
This site cannot verify letters. Check the sender against the organisation's official website and the HHS OCR breach portal, and avoid calling numbers or clicking links only listed in an unexpected message. See our guide on what to do after a data breach notice.
Source: HHS OCR Breach Portal, OCR export October 2026. Network USA is not affiliated with HHS or Children's Hope Alliance.