Spotting Charity Scams: Protecting Your Generosity

Choose a study mode

Play Quiz
Study Flashcards
Spaced Repetition
Chat to Lesson

Podcast

Play an AI-generated podcast conversation about this lesson

Questions and Answers

What is the main motive of scammers in the charity world?

  • To genuinely help people in need
  • To promote a particular charity
  • To take advantage of people's generosity (correct)
  • To raise awareness for a specific cause

What is a common tactic used by scammers to solicit donations?

  • Partnering with legitimate charities
  • Using high-pressure phone calls (correct)
  • Hosting charity events
  • Sending personalized emails

What should you do if you receive an unsolicited email or phone call asking for a donation?

  • Donate immediately to show your support
  • Give your personal and banking information
  • Ignore the request and delete the email (correct)
  • Respond and ask for more information

How can you verify the legitimacy of a charity?

<p>Check the Canada Revenue Agency's list of registered charities (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most important thing to remember when it comes to giving to charity?

<p>You should be in control of your giving (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should you never give to a charity or fundraiser?

<p>Your personal information and banking details (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards are hidden until you start studying

More Like This

Charity Walk Training Plan
5 questions
Charity in Islam Overview
5 questions

Charity in Islam Overview

WorthWatermelonTourmaline avatar
WorthWatermelonTourmaline
Charity Event Planning and Leadership
5 questions
Use Quizgecko on...
Browser
Browser