I got the same call. Voice said I was selected because of no criminal record, bankruptcies, etc. I told him I filed for bankruptcy 2 years ago. Voice said that was ok, they were only looking for the past year. I know our government, they just don't do this - BEWARE!!! Obvious scam.
Was called telling me I had been sellected to recieve a guarenteed government grant. Heavy accent.....government grant..... $9000. Just call this # to receive. Asked for various account numbers to deposit grant money. Sounds fishy....I will not call.
I got the same call. Voice said I was selected because of no criminal record, bankruptcies, etc. I told him I filed for bankruptcy 2 years ago. Voice said that was ok, they were only looking for the past year. I know our government, they just don't do this - BEWARE!!! Obvious scam.
To report the fraud, go here:
http://www.grants.gov/web/grants/support/general-support/grant-fraud.html
Their number is listed , along with an email address, at the top of the page.
Also here:
http://www.consumer.ftc.gov/articles/0113-government-grant-scams