"Protect Your Donations: The Ultimate Scam Prevention Guide"
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is warning people about fake charities and offering tips to avoid scams when making charitable donations. To determine if a charity is legitimate, use the IRS' Tax Exempt Organization Search tool and check watchdog sites like Charity Navigator and CharityWatch. Avoid charities that pressure for immediate payment or request gift cards or wire transfers. When donating on crowdfunding sites, stick to campaigns organized by people you know and ensure clear goals and spending details are provided.