{"id":19209,"date":"2025-12-14T15:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-12-14T22:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gemstatepatriot.com\/blog\/?p=19209"},"modified":"2025-12-14T15:42:45","modified_gmt":"2025-12-14T22:42:45","slug":"attorney-general-labrador-urges-caution-with-holiday-charity-scams","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gemstatepatriot.com\/blog\/attorney-general-labrador-urges-caution-with-holiday-charity-scams\/","title":{"rendered":"Attorney General Labrador Urges Caution with Holiday Charity Scams"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

BOISE, ID<\/strong> \u2013<\/strong> Idaho Attorney General Ra\u00fal Labrador urged consumer caution this holiday season when responding to solicitations from charities. International Charity Fraud Awareness Week extends through December 12th<\/sup>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The two biggest times of the year for charity scams and fraud are typically Christmas and any period following a natural disaster. Both appeal to the public\u2019s willingness to assist those in need and a sentimental tradition of charitable giving, which can be exploited by bad actors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But there are tips and tools available to help avoid scams and to make sure your donations are going where you want and helping those in need.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe holidays unfortunately bring out the worst in criminals who exploit our community\u2019s generosity,\u201d said Attorney General Labrador. \u201cWe can\u2019t allow scams to undermine legitimate charities or the people who depend on them. It\u2019s up to all of us to stay informed and make smart decisions about our donations.\u201d<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n