PIERRE, (KCCR) — In the last two year, conflicts around the globe with the Russian invasion of Ukraine and the more recent war between Israel and Hamas in Gaza is compelling many to try and help through donations and assistance. However the conflicts are also fertile ground for scammers and bad actors looking to take advantage of people’s good will…
Jessie Schmidt with the Better Business Bureau in South Dakota says you should give to charities that can actually get aid to impacted areas…
While individuals may be well meaning, Schmidt says established organizations are equipped to handle the influx of those wanting to help…
The B-B-B also says to watch out for claims that 100-percent of monetary donations will go to relief efforts as more often than not an organization will use at least a part of a donation for administrative expenses.
