Attorney General Raoul Offers Tips For Charitable Donations On Giving Tuesday And During Holiday Season

Feds issue warning about Giving Tuesday: Not all charities asking for money are real

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is warning people across America about fake donation requests ahead of Giving Tuesday on Dec. 2.

Attorney General Raoul Offers Tips For Charitable Donations On Giving Tuesday And During Holiday Season

CHICAGO – Ahead of Giving Tuesday, Attorney General Kwame Raoul cautioned potential donors to make wise giving decisions this holiday season. Under Illinois law, fundraisers and charitable organizations are required to register each year with the Attorney General’s office. “During this giving season, I encourage potential donors to take a few minutes to review my Charitable Trust Bureau’s tips before making any Giving Tuesday donations and throu…

Donate to charities (not scammers) on Giving Tuesday

Chances are, you’re probably already hearing from charities about Giving Tuesday. It’s a great time to support the work of charities around the country. Unfortunately, not everyone asking for money is a real charity. As the year comes to a close, you’ll likely get calls, texts, and emails asking for donations. Here’s how to make […]