Notice of Data event

PROVAIL writes to provide notice of a recent event that involves certain individuals’ personal or protected health information.

What Happened? On or around June 8, 2025, PROVAIL became aware of suspicious activity in its network environment. PROVAIL secured its systems and launched an investigation into the nature and scope of the activity. The investigation determined that certain data on PROVAIL systems was accessed or acquired without authorization from June 7, 2025 to June 9, 2025. PROVAIL undertook a comprehensive review of the files involved to identify what information wascontained within them and to whom the information relates. Through this effort, which completed on December 18, 2025, PROVAIL determined that personal or protected health information related to certain individuals was present in the affected files.

What Information Was Involved? The types of personal or protected health information present in the files involved include certain individuals’ names and the following: Social Security number, driver’s license or stateidentification number, financial account or payment card information, medical information, health insurance information, passport number, system access information, biometric data, and date of birth.

What We Are Doing. PROVAIL takes this event seriously, and the confidentiality, privacy, and security of information in its care is among its highest priorities. Upon learning of this event, PROVAIL moved quickly to investigate and respond, assess the security of its network, and notify affected individuals. As part of its ongoing commitment to information security, PROVAIL is reviewing its existing policies and procedures to reduce the likelihood of similar future events.

What You Can Do. PROVAIL encourages individuals to remain vigilant against incidents of identity theft and fraud by reviewing their account statements and explanation of benefits statements and monitoring free credit reports for suspicious activity and to detect errors. Suspicious activity should be reported to relevant financial institutions. Additional information can be found below in the Steps Individuals Can Take to Help Protect Personal Information. Individuals with questions can contact PROVAIL’s toll-free dedicated assistance line at 833-918-1103, Monday – Friday 6am to 6pm PST. Individuals may also write to PROVAIL at 12550
Aurora Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98133.

Steps You Can Take to Help Protect Personal Information below.

Under U.S. law, a consumer is entitled to one free credit report annually from each of the three major credit reporting bureaus, Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion. To order a free credit report, visit www.annualcreditreport.com or call, toll-free, 1-877-322-8228. Consumers may also directly contact the three major credit reporting bureaus listed below to request a free copy of their credit report.

Consumers have the right to place an initial or extended “fraud alert” on a credit file at no cost. An initial fraud alert is a 1-year alert that is placed on a consumer’s credit file. Upon seeing a fraud alert display on a consumer’s credit file, a business is required to take steps to verify the consumer’s identity before extending new credit. If consumers are the victim of identity theft, they are entitled to an extended fraud alert, which is a fraud alert lasting seven years. Should consumers wish to place a fraud alert, please contact any of the three major credit reporting bureaus listed below.

As an alternative to a fraud alert, consumers have the right to place a “credit freeze” on a credit report, which will prohibit a credit bureau from releasing information in the credit report without the consumer’s express authorization. The credit freeze is designed to prevent credit, loans, and services from being approved in a consumer’s name without consent. However, consumers should be aware that using a credit freeze to take control over who gets access to the personal and financial information in their credit report may delay, interfere with, or prohibit the timely approval of any subsequent request or application they make regarding a new loan, credit, mortgage, or any other account involving the extension of credit. Pursuant to federal law, consumers cannot be charged to place or lift a credit freeze on their credit report. To request a
credit freeze, individuals may need to provide some or all of the following information:

1. Full name (including middle initial as well as Jr., Sr., II, III, etc.);

2. Social Security number;

3. Date of birth;

4. Addresses for the prior two to five years;

5. Proof of current address, such as a current utility bill or telephone bill;

6. A legible photocopy of a government-issued identification card (state driver’s license or ID card, etc.); and

7. A copy of either the police report, investigative report, or complaint to a law enforcement agency concerning identity theft if they are a victim of identity theft.

Should consumers wish to place a credit freeze or fraud alert, please contact the three major credit reporting bureaus listed below:

Equifax

Experian

TransUnion

https://www.equifax.com/personal/credit-report-services/

https://www.experian.com/help/

https://www.transunion.com/data-breach-help

1-888-298-0045

1-888-397-3742

1-833-799-5355

Equifax Fraud Alert, P.O. Box 105069 Atlanta, GA 30348-5069

Experian Fraud Alert, P.O. Box 9554, Allen, TX 75013

TransUnion, P.O. Box 2000, Chester, PA 19016

Equifax Credit Freeze, P.O. Box 105788 Atlanta, GA 30348-5788

Experian Credit Freeze, P.O. Box 9554, Allen, TX 75013

TransUnion, P.O. Box 160, Woodlyn, PA 19094

Additional Information

Consumers may further educate themselves regarding identity theft, fraud alerts, credit freezes, and the steps they can take to protect your personal information by contacting the consumer reporting bureaus, the Federal Trade Commission, or their state Attorney General. The Federal Trade Commission may be reached at: 600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, D.C. 20580; www.identitytheft.gov; 1-877-ID-THEFT (1-877-438-4338); and TTY: 1-866-653-4261. The Federal Trade Commission also encourages those who discover that their information has been misused to file a complaint with them. Consumers can obtain further information on how to file such a complaint by way of the contact information listed above. Consumers have the right to file a police report if they ever experience identity theft or fraud. Please note that in order to file a report with law enforcement for identity theft, consumers will likely need to provide some proof that they have been a victim. Instances of known or suspected identity theft should also be reported to law enforcement and the relevant state Attorney General. This notice has not been delayed by law enforcement.

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OUR ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT

At PROVAIL, we are committed to ensuring that our website is accessible to all individuals, regardless of their abilities or disabilities. We strive to provide an inclusive and user-friendly online experience for everyone, and we are continually working to improve the accessibility of our website.

Our Commitment to Accessibility

Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG): Our website is designed and developed in accordance with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 at the AA level, established by the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C). These guidelines serve as a standard for web accessibility and help us create a more accessible online environment, but they are just a starting point. Before launching, we invited of members of our community who utilize assistive technology such as screen readers and speech-generating devices to review our website for accessibility and have implemented changes based on vital feedback from each reviewer. We know that every individual is different, so we welcome continued feedback on our website’s accessibility – see below for instructions on how to submit your feedback.

Ongoing Efforts: We regularly review and update our website to ensure that it remains accessible to the widest possible audience. This includes testing our site with assistive technologies, conducting user feedback sessions, and training our staff to create accessible content.

Accessibility Features

  • Alternative Text: We provide descriptive alternative text for images and graphics to ensure that users who rely on screen readers can access and understand the content.
  • Keyboard Navigation: Our website is designed to be navigable and usable through keyboard commands, making it accessible to individuals who cannot use a mouse.
  • Clear and Consistent Design: We maintain a clear and consistent layout and design to help users understand and navigate our website more easily.
  • Compatibility: Our website is designed to be compatible with a variety of web browsers and assistive technologies to accommodate a wide range of user preferences and needs.

Feedback and Assistance

We value your feedback and encourage users to reach out to us with any questions, concerns, or suggestions regarding the accessibility of our website. If you encounter any accessibility barriers while using our site or have specific accessibility needs, please contact us at marcomm@provail.org.

Thank you for visiting PROVAIL’s website. We appreciate your support and are dedicated to providing an accessible and inclusive online experience for all users.

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Privacy Policy

PROVAIL is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your information through our website and other communication channels.

Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

  • Personal Information: *Includes name, email address, phone number, or other contact details you choose to provide when signing up for newsletters, submitting inquiries, or completing forms on our website.
  • Non-Personal Information: *Includes aggregate data such as website usage statistics to help us improve our services and user experience.

How We Use Your Information

The information you provide may be used for the following purposes:

  • Responding to inquiries and requests.
  • Sending newsletters, updates, and other communications based on your selected preferences.
  • Improving our programs, services, and website functionality.
  • Complying with legal requirements and ensuring data security.

*We will never sell or share your personal information with third parties without your explicit consent.

Your Privacy Choices

You have the right to:

  • Opt-out: Unsubscribe from any of our newsletters or marketing communications at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in our emails or contacting us directly.
  • Access Your Data: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
  • Delete Your Data: Request the deletion of your personal data from our records, subject to legal and operational requirements.

Cookies and Tracking

Our website may use cookies to improve functionality and gather usage statistics. Cookies do not store personal information and can be managed or disabled through your browser settings.

Third-Party Links

Our website may include links to external sites. PROVAIL is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third-party sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before sharing any personal information. Current as of: 12/18/24

Children’s Privacy

PROVAIL does not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. If we become aware of such information being collected without parental consent, we will take steps to delete it promptly.

Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is completely secure.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and your continued use of our site will indicate acceptance of the revised policy.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us at:

PROVAIL
supportingchoices@provail.org

Current as of: 12/18/24