{"id":2078291,"date":"2023-10-24T19:09:03","date_gmt":"2023-10-24T23:09:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/irs-warns-american-taxpayers-to-beware-of-fake-charities-in-wake-of-tragic-crises\/"},"modified":"2023-10-24T19:17:25","modified_gmt":"2023-10-24T23:17:25","slug":"irs-warns-american-taxpayers-to-beware-of-fake-charities-in-wake-of-tragic-crises","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/irs-warns-american-taxpayers-to-beware-of-fake-charities-in-wake-of-tragic-crises\/","title":{"rendered":"IRS cautions US taxpayers about fake charities after tragic crises."},"content":{"rendered":"<aside class=\"mashsb-container mashsb-main mashsb-stretched\"><div class=\"mashsb-box\"><div class=\"mashsb-count mash-medium\" style=\"float:left\"><div class=\"counts mashsbcount\">20<\/div><span class=\"mashsb-sharetext\">SHARES<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mashsb-buttons\"><a class=\"mashicon-facebook mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.conservativenewsdaily.net%2Fbreaking-news%2Firs-warns-american-taxpayers-to-beware-of-fake-charities-in-wake-of-tragic-crises%2F\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-twitter mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?text=&amp;url=https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/?p=2078291&amp;via=ConservNewsDly\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Twitter<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-subscribe mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"#\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Subscribe<\/span><\/a><div class=\"onoffswitch2 mash-medium mashsb-noshadow\" style=\"display:none\"><\/div><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                <div style=\"clear:both\"><\/div><\/aside>\n            <!-- Share buttons by mashshare.net - Version: 4.0.47--><blockquote>\n<p>The Internal Revenue \u200bService (IRS) has issued a warning to American taxpayers, urging them\u200d to be vigilant against criminals who are posing as legitimate charities and soliciting donations in the aftermath of natural disasters and conflicts worldwide.<\/p>\n<p>In a news release on October 23, the IRS highlighted the\u200c common practice of scammers \u2062setting up fake charities to exploit the public&#8217;s generosity during times of crisis. These criminals typically aim to obtain \u2064money and personal information from potential donors, which can then be used for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/recall-gov-newsom-calls-grow-louder-calif-dems-join-in\/\" title=\"Recall Gov. Newsom calls grow louder, Calif. Dems join in\">identity theft<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Bogus \u200bcharities employ various tactics\u2062 to deceive victims, including sending emails and creating\u200d fake websites. In some cases, they may even manipulate their caller ID to make\u200b it appear as though a genuine charity is contacting individuals for donations.<\/p>\n<p>The elderly and those with \u2063limited English proficiency are often \u2064targeted by these \u2062schemes, according to the IRS.<\/p>\n<p>The agency emphasized that when individuals fall victim to fake charities, their donations do not reach\u2062 those in need, and they are unable to claim deductions \u200bon their \u200d<a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/trump-grants-26-pardons-and-3-commutations-includes-numerous-prominent-names\/\" title=\"Trump Grants 26 Pardons And 3 Commutations, Includes Numerous Prominent Names\">tax returns<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Prior \u200cto making a donation, the IRS\u2062 advises taxpayers to exercise \u200bcaution and utilize the Tax-Exempt Organization Search (TEOS) tool on their website to verify\u2062 the legitimacy of a charity. This tool also allows individuals to check if a charity is eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions and provides information on an organization&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/leah-remini-says-her-16-year-old-daughter-keeps-her-woke\/\" title=\"Leah Remini Says Her 16-Year-Old Daughter Keeps Her \u2018Woke\u2019\">tax-exempt status<\/a> and filings.<\/p>\n<p>The \u2063IRS also\u200d warns\u200d against succumbing to pressure,\u200c as legitimate charities do not typically demand immediate payments.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<h2>Related Stories<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.theepochtimes.com\/us\/summer-scams-warning-from-irs-surge-in-identity-thefts-enticing-taxpayers-to-click-malicious-links-5417126?ea_src=author_manual&#038;ea_med=related_stories\"><strong>\u2018Summer\u2062 Scams\u2019 Warning\u2063 From IRS, Surge in Identity\u200c Thefts\u200b Enticing Taxpayers to\u200d Click Malicious\u2064 Links<\/strong><\/a>  &#8211; Published on 7\/23\/2023<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.theepochtimes.com\/us\/irs-releases-2023-dirty-dozen-tax-scam-list-5181181?ea_src=author_manual&#038;ea_med=related_stories\"><strong>IRS Releases 2023 \u2018Dirty Dozen\u2019 Tax Scam List<\/strong><\/a>  &#8211; Published \u200don 4\/8\/2023<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The IRS warning also cautions American\u2063 taxpayers \u2063against providing unnecessary personal\u200c information and advises against \u200ddonating to charities that request gift cards or wire transfers, as these are common scam tactics.<\/p>\n<p>The agency\u200b recommends using\u200c credit cards or checks for payment, after confirming the authenticity of the charity.<\/p>\n<p>IRS Commissioner Danny Werfel\u200b stated, &#8220;We all want to help\u2064 innocent victims and their families. However, criminals take \u200badvantage of people&#8217;s desire to assist, particularly during challenging times. It is crucial to research and verify the legitimacy of a charity before making a donation.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>Identity \u2064theft \u200cprotection company IdentityIQ has\u200c reported a surge in \u200cfake charity scams related to the Israel-Hamas conflict. Scammers are \u2062using phone calls, emails, and fake websites to solicit donations. Mike Scheumack, \u200bChief Innovation Officer at IdentityIQ, \u200cadvises potential donors to\u2064 verify the identity of charities and use credit cards \u2064for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/facebooks-new-oversight-board-is-a-victory-for-the-social-media-censorship-mob\/\" title=\"Facebook\u2019s New \u2018Oversight Board\u2019 Is A Victory For The Social Media Censorship Mob\">added protection<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Furthermore, BleepingComputer has uncovered a rise in cryptocurrency scammers attempting to exploit the Israel-Hamas conflict. These scammers are soliciting donations through posts on various platforms, but the listed wallet addresses are dubious and not endorsed by official charities.<\/p>\n<p>According to cybersecurity firm Kaspersky, over 500\u200d scam &#8220;fundraising&#8221; emails and sham websites have been identified, urging victims to donate in cryptocurrencies \u200csuch as Bitcoin, Ethereum, Tether, and Litecoin. These <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/irs-warns-american-taxpayers-to-beware-of-fake-charities-in-wake-of-tragic-crises\/\" title=\"IRS cautions US taxpayers about fake charities after tragic crises.\">scammers employ \u200cmultiple text variations<\/a> to evade spam \u200dfilters.<\/p>\n<p>Fraud cost consumers $8.8 billion in 2022, with imposter scams being the most commonly reported \u2063type, according to the Federal \u2062Trade Commission.<\/p>\n<p> <\/p>\n<h2> What specific groups of people are particularly vulnerable to charity\u200d scams,\u2063 according to the IRS?<\/h2>\n<p><span>  .taxnews.com\/irs-warns-of-increasing-tax-scams-during-pandemic&#8221;><strong>IRS Warns of Increasing Tax Scams\u200c During Pandemic\u200b<\/strong><\/a>  \u200c-\u200c Published on 9\/15\/2023<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.irs.gov\/newsroom\/con-artists-pose-as-charities-during-giving-season\">\u200b<strong>Con Artists Pose as Charities During Giving\u2063 Season<\/strong><\/a>  -\u2062 Published on 11\/30\/2023<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Analysis<\/h2>\n<p>The warning issued by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) serves as an important reminder \u200cfor American taxpayers to exercise caution when donating to charities, particularly in the aftermath of natural disasters and conflicts worldwide. Scammers have long taken advantage of people&#8217;s generosity during times of crisis, setting up fake charities to exploit their goodwill. This not only deprives genuine charities \u200cof much-needed funds but also puts individuals at risk\u200d of identity theft.<\/p>\n<p>One of the main tactics employed by these criminals\u200b is creating fake websites and sending emails to solicit donations. In some cases, \u200dthey go to great lengths to make it appear as though they are\u2063 from a legitimate charity, even manipulating caller ID. This makes it even more difficult for potential donors\u200b to identify fraudulent organizations. The IRS warns \u200bthat the\u2062 elderly and those with limited English \u2063proficiency are particularly vulnerable\u2063 to these schemes.<\/p>\n<p>When individuals fall victim to these\u200b scams, their donations do not\u2064 reach the\u2063 intended recipients, and\u2063 they are unable to claim deductions on their tax returns. This not only undermines the public&#8217;s trust in charitable \u2062organizations\u2063 but also hinders\u2064 the \u200cefforts to \u2063provide relief to those in need.<\/p>\n<p>To protect themselves and ensure their donations\u2062 are going to\u2063 legitimate charities, the IRS advises\u200d taxpayers to use the\u2063 Tax-Exempt\u2062 Organization Search (TEOS) tool on\u200c their website.\u200b This tool allows individuals to\u2062 verify the legitimacy of a charity, \u200dcheck if it is eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions, and provides information\u2063 on an organization&#8217;s tax-exempt status and filings. By utilizing this resource, donors can\u200d safeguard their contributions and \u200dsupport genuine charitable causes.<\/p>\n<p>It is also important for individuals to be wary of any\u2064 pressure tactics employed by scammers. Legitimate \u2063charities do\u200b not \u2062typically demand immediate payments and will give individuals time to research and make an \u200dinformed decision. Being\u200b aware of \u2063these warning signs can help individuals avoid falling \u200bvictim to fake charities and protect \u2064their financial and personal information.<\/p>\n<p>Overall, the IRS&#8217;s warning serves as a timely reminder for American taxpayers to be vigilant when donating to charities, especially\u2062 in times of crisis. By exercising caution, utilizing the IRS&#8217;s TEOS\u200b tool, and being aware\u200b of the warning signs, individuals can ensure that their donations are making a genuine\u2064 difference \u2064and \u200dsupporting those in need.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The IRS cautions US taxpayers about fake charities seeking donations, pretending to be legitimate amidst global natural disasters and conflicts. Criminals often create these fraudulent organizations. 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