As communities in Texas recover from the summer flooding, the Texas Attorney General's office has alerted Sherman residents to be vigilant against charity scams. The warning comes as many individuals are looking to donate to affected areas, but scammers may take advantage of the situation by pretending to be legitimate charities or using names that closely resemble real organizations.
To help ensure safe donations, the Attorney General's office recommends several precautions. Donors should research any unfamiliar charity using resources like CharityWatch and GuideStar. It is important to verify that the organization is officially registered and to be wary of names that sound similar to well-known charities.
