Tuesday, March 2, 2010

How to Avoid Disaster Donation Scams

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How to Avoid Disaster Donation Scams

by Z. Padmore

After major disasters like the 8.8 Chile earthquake and 7.0 Haiti earthquake, rescue organizations may ask for donations to recover survivors, deliver food, water and other necessities.

Unscrupulous people can take advantage of this generosity, as seen in the weeks after the 2004 tsunami with reports of rampant donation scams. Criminals tried to capitalize on the disaster by creating fraudulent web sites, addresses, and even paraphernalia for their fabricated charity organizations.

For individuals who feel helpless or overwhelmed by images of the disaster, making a donation is one way to assist in relief efforts, but the key is to make sure your money gets to the right people.

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