Scammers will say just about anything to get your money! Unfortunately, this includes pretending to be charities. For Military Consumer Month, we’d like to share some information about how you can securely give to legitimate charities who support our service members, and avoid scams. For more information, watch and share this video produced by the… Continue reading Help Stop Service Member Charity Scams
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Tips for the Charitable Giving Season
As a little girl, I fondly remember watching my dad open scores of charitable solicitations, some containing gifts of greeting cards or address labels, others with a simple request to help their cause. This giving season, I am now the one who opens the mail with thoughtful poise and consideration, “Which causes should I support… Continue reading Tips for the Charitable Giving Season
Scam Awareness Tips When Disaster Hits
As a state, we learned about the importance of storm preparedness in the wake of Irene. We are fortunate not to experience such disaster regularly. We express heartfelt concern for those devastated by the effects of Tropical Depression Florence. Though miles away from our homes in Vermont, such storms can still impact us indirectly. Vermonters… Continue reading Scam Awareness Tips When Disaster Hits
5 Tips on Giving Wisely
Thinking about giving this holiday season? Here are five tips to help ensure that your contribution is going to a charity in need for a cause you support. 1- Research the charity. Understand how your money will be used by the charity before you donate. Websites like the Better Business Bureau’s Wise Giving Alliance and… Continue reading 5 Tips on Giving Wisely