Giving Tuesday 2025: Tips for Donating and Avoiding Scams
Summary
Giving Tuesday is a global event that encourages charitable giving but also attracts scammers who exploit the occasion. It follows Thanksgiving and is part of the holiday giving season. People are advised to verify charities before donating to avoid scams.Key Facts
- Giving Tuesday is a global movement that began in 2012.
- It occurs the Tuesday after Thanksgiving, following Black Friday and Cyber Monday.
- In the U.S., $3.6 billion was donated during Giving Tuesday last year.
- Scams are common during this season, with the FBI noting over $96 million lost to fraudulent charities in 2024.
- The FBI advises checking charities through sites like Charity Navigator and GuideStar.
- Donors should avoid payment methods that are hard to track, such as gift cards and wire transfers.
- Those scammed should report to the FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center.
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