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Scam Alert: Check Out Charities Before You Give

Americans gave over $390 billion to charity in 2016. While government regulators say that most charities are legitimate, there are fundraisers that keep most of the money they raise. As you consider year-end giving, do your research. Check out charities at www.give.org or www.charitynavigator.org to make sure your money is going where it should and not into the pockets of scammers!

Charity Concept.
Charity Concept: Magnifying Glass with Icon of Heart in the Hand and Word Charity on Old Paper with Red Vertical Line Background.
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Report scams to local law enforcement. Contact the AARP Fraud Watch Network at www.aarp.org/fraudwatchnetwork for more information on fraud prevention.

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