Article – Research Charities (Articles) How to Research Charities to Ensure Its Legitimacy When considering a donation, ensuring that your chosen charity is legitimate is crucial to avoid falling victim to scams and to ensure that your contributions are used effectively. Here are key steps to research and authenticate a charity before making a donation: […]
Category: Charity Scams
Charity Scams exploit the goodwill of individuals by masquerading as legitimate charitable organizations seeking donations for worthy causes, while in reality, they are fraudulent schemes designed to steal money. Scammers may use persuasive tactics such as emotional appeals, fake websites, or phone calls claiming to support disaster relief efforts, medical research, or vulnerable populations. They might impersonate well-known charities or create fictitious ones, using convincing but fraudulent documentation and high-pressure strategies to solicit donations. Victims who respond to these scams end up giving money that does not reach any genuine cause, but rather benefits the scammers, leading to financial loss and a misdirection of charitable intent.
FTC-PR-240311-1 (Mar. 11, 2024) FTC, 10 States Take Action Against Operator of Sham Cancer Charity for Deceiving Donors – Complaint charges Women’s Cancer Fund and Gregory Anderson with raising more than $18 million from donors, with only 1% going to financial support for cancer patients. The Federal Trade Commission and 10 states are suing sham […]