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02/07/2013

BBB Warns of Winter Storm Chasers

Better Business Bureau is warning consumers to be wary of fly-by-night “storm chasers” and fraudulent relief charities that will be out in full force due to the approaching snow storm.

12/13/2012

BBB Advice on Protecting Your Home During the Holidays

The Better Business Bureau is offering some tips on protecting your home during the holidays.

12/11/2012

Make Sure Your Holiday Giving is Wise Giving

December is a critical fundraising month for charities. BBB Wise Giving Alliance offers a few DOs and DON'Ts when it comes to charity giving, both at holiday time and year-round.

11/13/2012

Tis' the Season for Holiday Scams

Looking forward to the holidays? So are scammers. Better Business Bureau is warning holiday shoppers and donors to know the red flags and to be on their guard for this season's holiday scams.

12/01/2011

How You Give is Just as Important as What You Give

Because of technology and the creativity of charities, there are many different ways that donors can give to a worthy cause.

06/03/2011

BBB Warns That Scammers May Be Chasing Your Wallet In Light Of Recent Storms

Your home and wallet may take a serious beating when a big storm hits and with several recent storms and tornadoes, Better Business Bureau is warning consumers to be wary of fly-by-night “storm chasers,” as well as fraudulent charities promising to provide relief.

03/15/2011

Tips for Giving to Earthquake Relief Efforts in Japan

As we learn more about the 8.9-magnitude earthquake that hit near the northeast coast of Japan on Friday, the Better Business Bureau Wise Giving Alliance warns that—as occurred following the tsunami in 2004, Katrina in 2005 and the earthquake in Haiti just last year—fraudulent charities will likely emerge to try and scam donations from well-meaning Americans. BBB WGA urges givers to make sure their donations will go to legitimate and reputable charities and relief efforts that have the capability to help those in need.

03/14/2011

Looking to Donate to Earthquake Relief in Japan? Read Our Tips

BBB WGA urges givers to make sure their donations will go to legitimate and reputable charities and relief efforts that have the capability to help those in need.


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