![]() ![]() She also said it's best to avoid giving cash to people going door to door or to people canvassing in public spaces. There have been several reports of scammers taking advantage of the chaos surrounding Russia's invasion of Ukraine to make quick money.Ĭharity Intelligence has received reports from donors who were victims of credit card scams when trying to donate to Ukraine.īahn said it's important to use secure online payment platforms. The new rules are a welcome respite, but do little to help those struggling to escape Ukraine. So that's a red flag if it says 100%.Duration 2:32 The European Union has introduced a temporary measure to allow Ukrainians fleeing the Russian invasion to enter any member country. Even if you're making a credit card donation, there will be a processing fee on that. If someone is saying that 100% of your donation is going to go toward the cause that you're giving to, there are always administrative fees. That's a really good question to ask and do a little research before you make your donation to find out exactly how much. Leslie: You do need to find out how much of your donation is going to the charity that you are giving to. Rob: So whenever I donate to a charity, I'm always thinking, how much of the money is actually going to the cause or what I want it to go to? So when there's a claim, let's say, for like 80% or 100%, you know, how do I know what's legitimate? is a good resource to check on a charity. The Better Business Bureau has a website, where you can check out the validity of any charity, and that will help you to make a good decision. Some crowdfunding sites do very little to vet individuals or organizations that are posting for relief assistance. So you know exactly how much of your money is going to the cause that you want it to go to. You also want to review the platform's policies regarding fees and distribution of collected funds. It's always best to give to someone who you know and who you trust so you're not being scammed by someone. Leslie: If you are interested in engaging in crowdfunding, you just want to be careful, be wary, do your due diligence, do some research about who you're giving to. But when it comes to crowdfunding, what should people be thinking about?įire Out, No Radiation Detected at Ukraine Nuclear Plant After Russian Shelling Rob: And of course, with any situation, crowdfunding comes into play and people are looking to chip in and help any way they can. Donating money should make the most impact right now It might be a better idea to donate money to a charity and then they can obtain those items and then get them dispersed quickly on the ground. Leslie: Local drives to collect food and clothing to send overseas may not be practical right now, and that's just because of the logistics and the timing to deliver those things. Rob: So in a crisis like this, what items should I be donating? Is there anything in particular like food or clothing? Donating items locally may not be the best option. So one of the first things that you should be asking before you're making your donation is - can the charity get to the impacted area? Leslie: According to the BBB, not all relief organizations are going to be able to provide timely assistance right now unless they already have a presence in Ukraine. Make sure the charity can get to the impacted area. Rob: So for any organization, it's a good idea to see how they're actually helping right now. There are spoof websites of some charities out there. But any time you are going to give to a charity, you need to make sure that you're on the right website. Leslie: So, according to the Better Business Bureau, they are recommending charities like Catholic Relief Services, Direct Relief, Global Giving, International Rescue Committee and Save the Children. What are some of the best charities to give to you right now if you want to help Ukraine? But even if a charity is trustworthy, it may not be the best option. Rob: Yeah, the Better Business Bureau has established charity standards to verify the trustworthiness. Actively find a charity to donate for Ukraine. Don't respond to what shows up in your inbox. Anyone can pretend to be, for instance, the Red Cross and say, hey, we're taking donations and send you something. ![]() Sam Curry, CSO - Cybereason: The situation in Ukraine is is fresh bait really for hackers of all sorts. ![]() Be extra cautious when contacted for donations. ![]() Get New England news, weather forecasts and entertainment stories to your inbox. ![]()
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