Please exercise caution and due diligence when donating to charitable organizations, or your hard-earned money could end up not in the hands of the intended tsunami victims but in the hands of heartless unscrupulous people.
At a time of unprecedented giving, the FBI warns that Internet scams are emerging. It's estimated that private donations in the United States have topped $200 million for tsunami victims. Experts warn the spirit of giving can become a breeding ground for fraud.
To avoid having the money going to scam artists, you can research the charities by going to:
Give.Org
Charitywatch.Org
FreedomCorps.Gov
Note: This notice is targetted to American donors only. Donors from other countries are advised to check with their local government authorities or donate only to reputable and well known charity organizations. Email solicitations or appeals should never be entertained.
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