IRS Alert: Don't Let Disaster Relief Scammers Take Your Donation! 🚨

In the wake of recent Hurricanes Milton and Helene , the IRS has issued an urgent warning about fraudulent charity schemes targeting generous donors. Scammers often exploit natural disasters by creating fake charities to steal money and personal information from well-meaning individuals. To protect yourself, the IRS recommends using their Tax-Exempt Organization Search (TEOS) tool to verify legitimate charities before donating. Never give donations through gift cards or wire transfers ; instead, use credit cards or checks after confirming the organization's authenticity. Key red flags include: Pressure for immediate donations Requests for sensitive personal information Suspicious payment methods Deceptive email addresses or websites Sai CPA Services can help protect you by: Verifying charity legitimacy through IRS databases Providing tax guidance on charitable deductions Assisting with documentation ...