INTERNET CHARITY FRUAD :THE COST OF GIVING

Jonathon VirgillComputer 2903

Content

• What is Internet Charity fraud?• How often does this happen?• How you can prevent Internet Charity fraud?• What Charities are doing to prevent Fraud?• Conclusion

What is Internet Charity Fraud??

Scammers use the good will of charities and non profit organizations to run a scam. They exploit tragedies

and claim to represent organizations such as the Red cross, Cure for cancer and Make a wish foundation.

How often does this happen?

Internet Charity Fraud happens everyday but studies have shown that there is an increase in this fraud around times of natural disasters and World Wide Distress.

Ex. September 11th 2001 – Terrorist Attacks August 29th 2005 – Hurricane Katrina

Are just a few examples of the time scammers try to cash off of other people distress. While these scammers are out their collecting profit, people who are really in need of the funds get nothing.

How Can you Prevent Internet Charity Fraud?

•If you are approached by an unfamiliar Charity check it out•Be cautious about emails seeking charitable contributions •Be aware of similar names •Ask how donations will be used •Be cautious of one of the most popular scam “support the troops”•Be especially cautious when there are natural or other disasters

What are Charities doing to prevent Internet Charity Fraud?

• All charities must register • Charities are making it easy to call and find out if they are

doing a fundraiser• They are working with local police stations to locate and

arrest scammers• They send follow up information and newsletters about the

status of the charity.

Conclusion

Internet Charity fraud is one of the most common scams used today they target people who are trying to make a difference and give back. It is 100% detectable and avoidable. Charities and the police are doing all that they could in preventing this fraud and charities urge people to not let these scammers prevent you from giving back. The most important thing to remember is not to give credit card information to any unfamiliar source. Charities urge people to call and ask questions.

Questions

References

• http://www.spamlaws.com/charity-fraud.html• http://www.vancouversun.com/Woman• http://www./internet-charity-fraud/• http://-wolves-in-sheep-clothing/• http://www.toptenz.net/top-10-charity-scams• http://www.charity-fraud-in-haiti