Exposing Scams Since 1995

Scammers create fake fundraisers or hijack real charity pages on social platforms to trick generous donors into sending money that never reaches the intended cause. What Are Donation & Charity Fraud Scams? Con-artists set up counterfeit donation pages—often...

Scammers pose as celebrities—using fake social media accounts, direct messages, or voice calls—to solicit money for charity drives, exclusive deals, or “personal favors” that never materialize.

From bogus investment offers promising “guaranteed” high returns to fraudulent scholarship applications charging hidden fees, scammers prey on financial and academic ambitions to steal money or personal data.

Scammers leverage explicit images, videos, or fabricated content to threaten victims—often minors—into paying ransom or performing actions under threat of exposure or harm.