I believe in charity I feel that it is the duty of those with resources to give some of those resources (time, money, skill) to those in need. I don’t think it should be forced by the government, but should come from the good will of the common man.
What I don’t understand is the mindset of someone that will engage in charity fraud, It escapes me how someone can steal from the less fortunate. I guess that is why one of the things I hate most in life is people that steal handicapped parking spots or abled body people that ride the electric scooters in wal-mart.
- 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 THEMYOUR 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.
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