Fri, Nov 18th 2022 10:30 am
Scams are more prevalent after a natural disaster or emergencies
Submitted by the New York State Department of State’s Division of Consumer Protection
The New York State Department of State’s Division of Consumer Protection (DCP) aims to raise awareness about charity scams. Donations of any kind can make a real impact on a good cause, which is why charity scams are especially cruel. Unfortunately, scammers never miss an opportunity to defraud people, so it’s important to remember that not all donation requests are legitimate. The division has created this quick guide to help donors do their own due diligence on the charities seeking their support.
“After a major event such as a natural disaster, tragedy, or as the season of giving unfolds, scammers prey on the good intentions of people and take money that could otherwise help individuals and programs in need,” Secretary of State Robert Rodriguez said. “In order to ensure that donations go to the right place, we encourage New Yorkers to research and confirm charity claims before making a donation.”
Charity scams can happen at any time, but they are more prevalent after a natural disaster or emergencies, collecting millions of dollars from unsuspecting donors. On many occasions, these fraudsters pretend to be affiliated with well-known organizations or even the government to scam people out of their hard-earned money. According to the Federal Trade Commission about 2.8 million…
