Celebration of National Consumer Protection Week
As part of Attorney General Todd Rokita’s continuing efforts to protect Hoosier consumers from scams and in celebration of National Consumer Protection Week, Attorney General Rokita reminds Hoosiers to be mindful of their charitable giving.
“Hoosiers are generous. Yet as they look for opportunities to help the less fortunate and give to worthy causes, there are those who would scheme to take advantage of this good-hearted generosity,” Attorney General Rokita said. “As we consider ways to help others, we should be careful not to ensure we are truly helping the needy.”
Attorney General Rokita works to track down, investigate and bring to justice the criminals who perpetrate illegal scams. He works just as hard to help Hoosiers avoid becoming victims in the first place.
To avoid falling victim to deceptive schemes, Attorney General Rokita said, Hoosiers should follow these tips:
- Research any charity to which you are considering donating.
- The FTC suggests searching online using the charity name plus words like “complaint,” “review,” or “scam.” Don’t be fooled by names that sound like well-known charities.
- Be sure to ask how much of your donation will go directly to the program you want to help — and do your own research to confirm.
- Beware of…
