(Toledo News Now) - The Newtown school shootings were difficult enough for a community to endure. Now, the Connecticut Better Business Bureau has issued an alert to watch out for scammers claiming to be raising money for the surviving families.
It is a cooperative effort between the United Way and the Newtown Savings Bank.
-We saw bogus solicitors for Hurricane Sandy relief and expect them for the Newtown, CT tragedy.
-Don't respond to emails for donations – even those which look legitimate.
-Door-to-door and storefront appeals may be legitimate – or may be scams. You can't be sure.
-Do your homework and give only to well-known charities. Red Cross and United Way are safe.
-Contact charities directly. Don't click on Internet links from unknown websites.
-Donations may also be sent to:
Sandy Hook School Support Fund
c/o Newtown Savings Bank
39 Main Street
Newtown, CT 06470
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