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CHARITY FRAUD
Charity fraud
does a lot of harm. The con artist takes
advantage of people's good will and takes
their cash - money that was meant for people
in need. You can make sure that any money
you give gets into the right hands. Just
remember these basic tips when somebody asks
you for a donation.
· Ask for identification - the organization
AND the solicitor. Find out what the purpose
of the charity is and how funds are used.
· Ask if
contributions are tax deductible.
· If you're
not satisfied with the answers-don't give.
· Give to
charities that you know.
· Check out
the ones you've never heard of before, or
others whose names are similar to a
well-known charity.
· Don't fall
for high-pressure tactics. If solicitors
won't take no for an answer, tell them NO
anyway - BUT DON'T GIVE THEM YOUR MONEY.
· Be
suspicious of charities that only accept
cash.
· Always send
a check made out to the charity and not the
individual requesting the donation.
