The frauds count on your guilt to loosen your purse. There is no shame in turning away an alleged cause group you cannot verify which hires a call center to read you scripted lies. If anyone should feel guilt it's the alleged charities and their commercial fundraisers who pile up your earnest donations to finance mainly their own lavish parties, luxury cars, summer McMansions, kitchen makeovers, sports arenas, and of course call center expansions.
Usually, yes. Things to consider from the Federal Trade Commission when a "hero charity" tries to bully or "guilt trip" your wallet open ....
Fundraisers Calling on Behalf of Police and Firefighters
http://www.consumer.ftc.gov/articles/0085-fun ... nd-firefighters
[excerpt] Simply having the words “police” or “firefighter” in an organization’s name doesn’t mean police or firefighters are members of the group. Just because an organization claims it has local ties or works with local police or firefighters doesn’t mean contributions will be used locally or for public safety.
Thank you for the information. I always feel guilty when I tell them no. Please don't get me wrong - my husband and I do support charities, but only ones we are familiar with and WANT to help (Meals on Wheels, Humane Society, etc.).
The frauds count on your guilt to loosen your purse. There is no shame in turning away an alleged cause group you cannot verify which hires a call center to read you scripted lies. If anyone should feel guilt it's the alleged charities and their commercial fundraisers who pile up your earnest donations to finance mainly their own lavish parties, luxury cars, summer McMansions, kitchen makeovers, sports arenas, and of course call center expansions.