Donate Wisely After Colombia Earthquake | Montpelier News

New York’s Attorney General Letitia James is sounding the alarm for donors heading to Colombia after the big earthquake — be smart, or get scammed. With generosity pouring in from New Yorkers, she’s warning about fake charities popping up fast to exploit the crisis. Don’t donate via email, social media, or text without verifying the charity directly. Check if fundraisers are approved by the org, stick with trusted groups, and use only checks or official websites — no cash, gift cards, or wire transfers. Ask exactly how funds will be used, and steer clear of new, unproven groups that may be scams. If something feels off, report it. Your heart matters — make sure your help actually gets there. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/df8b2039d0b615bd