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28 lis 2023 · Charity fraud is when scammers impersonate well-known charities or pretend to be fundraising for a charitable cause. They do this by creating fake websites, sending phishing emails or making social media accounts which all ask for money. According to the Charitable Aid Foundation, 71% of people in the UK regularly donate money to charitable causes.
- Scam alert: ‘British Lung Foundation’ loft insulation cold calls
Scam insulation companies claiming to be endorsed by ‘the...
- Scam alert: ‘British Lung Foundation’ loft insulation cold calls
16 paź 2017 · If you think your charity has been affected by a phishing scam, whether it was prevented or not, report it to Action Fraud through their website or call them on 0300 123 2040.
11 lut 2022 · We’re seeing an increase in fraudulent emails from individuals pretending to represent the Rothschild Foundation. Please be aware that the Rothschild Foundation will never contact you to ask you for credit card details or ask you to make a payment in exchange for a charitable donation.
16 paź 2024 · Scam insulation companies claiming to be endorsed by ‘the British Lung Foundation charity’ are cold-calling households, selling unnecessary and potentially dangerous loft insulation. These fraudsters appear to be targeting elderly and vulnerable homeowners who might be worried about the rising costs of heating over the coming winter.
Government statistics* show that one in every five UK charities reported a cyber attack or breach in the previous 12 months. And the most common forms of attack or breach were through fraudulent emails. We’ve produced this guide to help you avoid falling prey.
17 sty 2017 · The Charity Commission, the independent regulator of charities in England and Wales, is issuing this alert to the public to raise awareness of sham charity appeals.
The Charity Commission - Guidance for trustees and charity managers to help identify fraud risks, recognise common types of fraudulent activity and prevent fraud occurring. Action Fraud - UK’s national fraud and cyber crime reporting centre.
