Called without leaving a message. I checked here, but with no reports yet on this number I called it back to see whether I could gather any useful information. A man answered and said he represented a veterans' organization which wanted me to pledge a one-time donation and would mail materials to me as long as I honored my commitment. I apologetically said that I couldn't make such a promise, and that I never respond to telephone charity solicitations. He said he understood and didn't press the issue as much as I'd expect.
I called this number back and the person answering the phone had a prepared script about collecting to support for our veterans, etc., etc. I am a veteran and it seems like "organizations" are popping up every day with a line about supporting veterans. There a many reputable organizations out there that do support veterans and many ways to provide those organizations with contributions. I am not a fan of cold calling from any charity so I asked that my name and number be removed from their list. If this organization is legit then I think they need a better way to approach people for donations. Again, to anyone out there who reads this, phone scams are on the rise and it is so difficult to separate the legit from the scams based on a cold call. If you want to support veteran causes please check with your state and the federal websites before donating any money to make sure that your contributions are indeed going to support veterans and the hard working folks who are running these reputable organizations. Unfortunately, scammers come in all shapes, sizes, colors, ages, etc. etc. and the best scammers are the ones who pull at our emotional strings. Donating blindly over the phone or if they offer to send you a kit in the mail is not the way to go - and they often offer to mail you package in the mail. Again, check with your state, federal or local VFW, American Legion to find out ways you can insure that you are really helping out a veteran and a legitimate veteran organization, and put your donation where it can do the most good.
Called 11/15, not home, no message. Called the number and got a recorded message. Said to leave name, number and brief message. I left phone number and the fact that I'm on the DNC list.