This is a true story. Names and images have been changed to protect privacy. What happened to Mrs. V is a big part of why I created CharityCheck101.org. A local police department asked me to help them figure out what had happened to money of an older woman (I’ll call...
From the IRS: Crowdfunding is a popular way to raise money online. People often use crowdfunding to fundraise for a business, for charity, or for gifts. It's important to know that money raised through crowdfunding may be taxable. Highlights from the IRS Tax Tip If a...
From the IRS: After an emergency or disaster, people rally to help victims by donating money. Unfortunately, this can give criminals an opportunity to prey on them by soliciting donations for fake charities. Scammers may also pose as federal agencies to dupe disaster...