>>AG Miyares Urges Virginians To Be Cautious When Donating To Charity
(Richmond, VA) -- Attorney General Jason Miyares is asking Virginians to protect themselves when giving to charity during the holiday season. Richard Stelling with more.Preview: Voicer Script:
Miyares says scammers are eager to take advantage of donors who feel the spirit of giving during the holidays. The attorney general says anyone planning to give should verify that the money is going to an actual charity and not a fake group using a similar name. He also urges Virginians to resist high-pressure tactics used by scammers and to request detailed information in writing about a charity's services and programs.