{"id":98204,"date":"2018-11-27T10:28:25","date_gmt":"2018-11-27T15:28:25","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/madisoncountycourier.com\/?p=98204"},"modified":"2018-11-27T10:28:18","modified_gmt":"2018-11-27T15:28:18","slug":"underwood-issues-charitable-giving-tips-for-giving-tuesday","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/madisoncountycourier.com\/?p=98204","title":{"rendered":"ICYMI: Underwood issues charitable giving tips for Giving Tuesday"},"content":{"rendered":"<figure id=\"attachment_93740\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-93740\" style=\"width: 218px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-93740\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/madisoncountycourier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Acting-AG-Barbara-Underwood-218x300.jpeg?resize=218%2C300\" alt=\"\" width=\"218\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/madisoncountycourier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Acting-AG-Barbara-Underwood.jpeg?resize=218%2C300&amp;ssl=1 218w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/madisoncountycourier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Acting-AG-Barbara-Underwood.jpeg?resize=109%2C150&amp;ssl=1 109w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/madisoncountycourier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Acting-AG-Barbara-Underwood.jpeg?w=289&amp;ssl=1 289w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 218px) 100vw, 218px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-93740\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">NYS Attorney General Barbara Underwood<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><strong>ICYMI: Underwood issues charitable giving tips for Giving Tuesday<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Attorney General Barbara D. Underwood issued charitable giving tips today for Giving Tuesday, Nov. 27,\u00a0which encourages charitable donations as families focus on their holiday and end-of-year giving.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cGiving Tuesday is an opportunity for New Yorkers to give back this holiday season,\u201d\u00a0Underwood\u00a0said. \u201cIf you plan on making a charitable donation to those in need, follow my office\u2019s tips to ensure they\u2019re\u00a0going to reputable organizations.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The Attorney General\u2019s guidance includes:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Take Time To Research The Organization<\/strong>.\u00a0Make sure you are familiar with the organization, its mission, and its effectiveness before giving. Always ask for information in writing \u2013 and be wary if an organization will not provide information about its charitable programs and finances upon request. Any legitimate organization will be happy to send you information.\n<ul>\n<li>Consult\u00a0<a title=\"\" href=\"http:\/\/links.govdelivery.com\/track?type=click&amp;enid=ZWFzPTEmbXNpZD0mYXVpZD0mbWFpbGluZ2lkPTIwMTgxMTI2Ljk4MTMwMTIxJm1lc3NhZ2VpZD1NREItUFJELUJVTC0yMDE4MTEyNi45ODEzMDEyMSZkYXRhYmFzZWlkPTEwMDEmc2VyaWFsPTE3MDYxNTM2JmVtYWlsaWQ9bWFyZ29AbTNwbWVkaWEuY29tJnVzZXJpZD1tYXJnb0BtM3BtZWRpYS5jb20mdGFyZ2V0aWQ9JmZsPSZleHRyYT1NdWx0aXZhcmlhdGVJZD0mJiY=&amp;&amp;&amp;101&amp;&amp;&amp;https:\/\/charitiesnys.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=http:\/\/links.govdelivery.com:80\/track?type%3Dclick%26enid%3DZWFzPTEmbXNpZD0mYXVpZD0mbWFpbGluZ2lkPTIwMTgxMTI2Ljk4MTMwMTIxJm1lc3NhZ2VpZD1NREItUFJELUJVTC0yMDE4MTEyNi45ODEzMDEyMSZkYXRhYmFzZWlkPTEwMDEmc2VyaWFsPTE3MDYxNTM2JmVtYWlsaWQ9bWFyZ29AbTNwbWVkaWEuY29tJnVzZXJpZD1tYXJnb0BtM3BtZWRpYS5jb20mdGFyZ2V0aWQ9JmZsPSZleHRyYT1NdWx0aXZhcmlhdGVJZD0mJiY%3D%26%26%26101%26%26%26https:\/\/charitiesnys.com\/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1543327690449000&amp;usg=AFQjCNGsle-vwQZZq_JmLA9zhePmsqENRQ\">charitiesnys.com<\/a>\u00a0to make sure that the organization is registered, and to learn more about its mission and finances.<\/li>\n<li>Online platforms that host groups and individuals soliciting for causes do not vet those who use their service. Donors should find out whether a charity has authorized the campaign and if their contribution is tax deductible. Online platforms\u00a0can be reached\u00a0through their \u201cContact Us\u201d button. You can also\u00a0take a look\u00a0at the site\u2019s policy statements to see how the site functions and what fees it charges.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Know Where\u00a0Your\u00a0Money Will Go<\/strong>. Find out from the charity what it will do with your money. Review the charity\u2019s financial reports for information about how it spends donations. If you have been contacted by a telemarketer,\u00a0<span style=\"font-family: georgia,palatino;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/links.govdelivery.com\/track?type=click&amp;enid=ZWFzPTEmbXNpZD0mYXVpZD0mbWFpbGluZ2lkPTIwMTgxMTI2Ljk4MTMwMTIxJm1lc3NhZ2VpZD1NREItUFJELUJVTC0yMDE4MTEyNi45ODEzMDEyMSZkYXRhYmFzZWlkPTEwMDEmc2VyaWFsPTE3MDYxNTM2JmVtYWlsaWQ9bWFyZ29AbTNwbWVkaWEuY29tJnVzZXJpZD1tYXJnb0BtM3BtZWRpYS5jb20mdGFyZ2V0aWQ9JmZsPSZleHRyYT1NdWx0aXZhcmlhdGVJZD0mJiY=&amp;&amp;&amp;102&amp;&amp;&amp;https:\/\/www.charitiesnys.com\/pdfs\/pennies-for-charity-2017.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=http:\/\/links.govdelivery.com:80\/track?type%3Dclick%26enid%3DZWFzPTEmbXNpZD0mYXVpZD0mbWFpbGluZ2lkPTIwMTgxMTI2Ljk4MTMwMTIxJm1lc3NhZ2VpZD1NREItUFJELUJVTC0yMDE4MTEyNi45ODEzMDEyMSZkYXRhYmFzZWlkPTEwMDEmc2VyaWFsPTE3MDYxNTM2JmVtYWlsaWQ9bWFyZ29AbTNwbWVkaWEuY29tJnVzZXJpZD1tYXJnb0BtM3BtZWRpYS5jb20mdGFyZ2V0aWQ9JmZsPSZleHRyYT1NdWx0aXZhcmlhdGVJZD0mJiY%3D%26%26%26102%26%26%26https:\/\/www.charitiesnys.com\/pdfs\/pennies-for-charity-2017.pdf&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1543327690449000&amp;usg=AFQjCNEHlN3nszj6GLRHziZEHN22DNI5Jw\">review Pennies for Charity<\/a>\u00a0<\/span>\u2013 the New York Attorney General\u2019s annual report\u00a0on\u00a0fundraising\u00a0campaigns\u00a0in New York \u2013 to see how much is spent on fundraising costs and how much is kept by the charity.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Don\u2019t\u00a0Be Pressured by Telemarketers<\/strong>. If you receive a telephone call from someone asking you to contribute to a charity, you have the right to hang up. Often the caller is a professional fundraiser who\u00a0is being paid\u00a0to call you.\n<ul>\n<li>If you choose to consider the caller\u2019s request, ask how much of your donation will go to charity and if the telemarketer\u00a0is being paid. Many telemarketing companies receive most of the money they raise. Be wary of claims such as \u201call proceeds will go to charity.\u201d Telemarketers are required\u00a0to identify themselves and their employer and tell you they are being paid to call you. They also must respond truthfully to your questions.\u00a0Don\u2019t\u00a0fall for pressure tactics, such as repeated phone calls or threats. These are signs that the organization may not be legitimate. Always remember you have the right to say no to any charitable request.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Ask To Be Put On A \u201cDo Not Call\u201d List<\/strong>.\u00a0You have the right to request to\u00a0be placed\u00a0on the telemarketer\u2019s \u201cDo Not Call\u201d list. It is\u00a0not illegal\u00a0for telemarketers\u202ffor charities\u202fto call telephone numbers on the FTC\u2019s Do Not Call Registry, but consumers can stop such calls by telling telemarketers not to call them on behalf of specific charities. Telemarketers are required to honor such requests.\u202fYou may also ask a charity to take you off its solicitation list.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Be Wary of Deceptive Tactics and Emotional Appeals<\/strong>. Watch out for charities with names that resemble those of prominent or established organizations\u2014especially on days designated to charitable giving. Some charities use names similar to well-known charities in order to confuse donors. Be wary of emotional appeals that talk about problems, but are vague on how donations\u00a0will be spent.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Don\u2019t\u00a0Disclose Personal Information<\/strong>. Never give your social security number or other personal information in response to a charitable solicitation. Never give out credit card information over the phone or to an organization you are not familiar\u00a0with.<\/li>\n<li><strong>If Donating Online or Via Text, Donate Securely<\/strong>.\u00a0Always make sure that you are using secure methods of payment. When donating online, make sure the website is secure and includes \u201chttps:\/\/\u201d in the web address. Before hitting send on a text donation, check the charity\u2019s website or call the charity to make sure contributions by text message\u00a0are authorized. Some text solicitations are\u00a0scams. Also, remember that donating by text means the organization may not receive the funds until after your phone bill is paid; contributions made directly to a charity can reach them faster.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Never Give Cash<\/strong>. Give your contribution by check made payable to the charity.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The following websites provide information that help to evaluate charities\u2019 general performance:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: georgia,palatino;\">Charity Nav<span style=\"color: #000000;\">igator \u2013<\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\">\u202f<a href=\"http:\/\/links.govdelivery.com\/track?type=click&amp;enid=ZWFzPTEmbXNpZD0mYXVpZD0mbWFpbGluZ2lkPTIwMTgxMTI2Ljk4MTMwMTIxJm1lc3NhZ2VpZD1NREItUFJELUJVTC0yMDE4MTEyNi45ODEzMDEyMSZkYXRhYmFzZWlkPTEwMDEmc2VyaWFsPTE3MDYxNTM2JmVtYWlsaWQ9bWFyZ29AbTNwbWVkaWEuY29tJnVzZXJpZD1tYXJnb0BtM3BtZWRpYS5jb20mdGFyZ2V0aWQ9JmZsPSZleHRyYT1NdWx0aXZhcmlhdGVJZD0mJiY=&amp;&amp;&amp;103&amp;&amp;&amp;https:\/\/www.charitynavigator.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=http:\/\/links.govdelivery.com:80\/track?type%3Dclick%26enid%3DZWFzPTEmbXNpZD0mYXVpZD0mbWFpbGluZ2lkPTIwMTgxMTI2Ljk4MTMwMTIxJm1lc3NhZ2VpZD1NREItUFJELUJVTC0yMDE4MTEyNi45ODEzMDEyMSZkYXRhYmFzZWlkPTEwMDEmc2VyaWFsPTE3MDYxNTM2JmVtYWlsaWQ9bWFyZ29AbTNwbWVkaWEuY29tJnVzZXJpZD1tYXJnb0BtM3BtZWRpYS5jb20mdGFyZ2V0aWQ9JmZsPSZleHRyYT1NdWx0aXZhcmlhdGVJZD0mJiY%3D%26%26%26103%26%26%26https:\/\/www.charitynavigator.org\/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1543327690449000&amp;usg=AFQjCNGBwUMdBdm8cusy4ATVHlIHOBR22g\">www.charitynavigator.org<\/a><\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000; font-family: georgia,palatino;\">CharityWatch\u00a0\u2013\u202f<a href=\"http:\/\/links.govdelivery.com\/track?type=click&amp;enid=ZWFzPTEmbXNpZD0mYXVpZD0mbWFpbGluZ2lkPTIwMTgxMTI2Ljk4MTMwMTIxJm1lc3NhZ2VpZD1NREItUFJELUJVTC0yMDE4MTEyNi45ODEzMDEyMSZkYXRhYmFzZWlkPTEwMDEmc2VyaWFsPTE3MDYxNTM2JmVtYWlsaWQ9bWFyZ29AbTNwbWVkaWEuY29tJnVzZXJpZD1tYXJnb0BtM3BtZWRpYS5jb20mdGFyZ2V0aWQ9JmZsPSZleHRyYT1NdWx0aXZhcmlhdGVJZD0mJiY=&amp;&amp;&amp;104&amp;&amp;&amp;https:\/\/www.charitywatch.org\/home\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=http:\/\/links.govdelivery.com:80\/track?type%3Dclick%26enid%3DZWFzPTEmbXNpZD0mYXVpZD0mbWFpbGluZ2lkPTIwMTgxMTI2Ljk4MTMwMTIxJm1lc3NhZ2VpZD1NREItUFJELUJVTC0yMDE4MTEyNi45ODEzMDEyMSZkYXRhYmFzZWlkPTEwMDEmc2VyaWFsPTE3MDYxNTM2JmVtYWlsaWQ9bWFyZ29AbTNwbWVkaWEuY29tJnVzZXJpZD1tYXJnb0BtM3BtZWRpYS5jb20mdGFyZ2V0aWQ9JmZsPSZleHRyYT1NdWx0aXZhcmlhdGVJZD0mJiY%3D%26%26%26104%26%26%26https:\/\/www.charitywatch.org\/home&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1543327690449000&amp;usg=AFQjCNHERwhq1-FW2CjgdRKXkFtIryHw5Q\">www.<wbr \/>charitywatch.org<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000; font-family: georgia,palatino;\">Better Business Bureau Wise Giving Alliance\u00a0\u2013\u00a0\u202f<a href=\"http:\/\/links.govdelivery.com\/track?type=click&amp;enid=ZWFzPTEmbXNpZD0mYXVpZD0mbWFpbGluZ2lkPTIwMTgxMTI2Ljk4MTMwMTIxJm1lc3NhZ2VpZD1NREItUFJELUJVTC0yMDE4MTEyNi45ODEzMDEyMSZkYXRhYmFzZWlkPTEwMDEmc2VyaWFsPTE3MDYxNTM2JmVtYWlsaWQ9bWFyZ29AbTNwbWVkaWEuY29tJnVzZXJpZD1tYXJnb0BtM3BtZWRpYS5jb20mdGFyZ2V0aWQ9JmZsPSZleHRyYT1NdWx0aXZhcmlhdGVJZD0mJiY=&amp;&amp;&amp;105&amp;&amp;&amp;https:\/\/www.bbb.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=http:\/\/links.govdelivery.com:80\/track?type%3Dclick%26enid%3DZWFzPTEmbXNpZD0mYXVpZD0mbWFpbGluZ2lkPTIwMTgxMTI2Ljk4MTMwMTIxJm1lc3NhZ2VpZD1NREItUFJELUJVTC0yMDE4MTEyNi45ODEzMDEyMSZkYXRhYmFzZWlkPTEwMDEmc2VyaWFsPTE3MDYxNTM2JmVtYWlsaWQ9bWFyZ29AbTNwbWVkaWEuY29tJnVzZXJpZD1tYXJnb0BtM3BtZWRpYS5jb20mdGFyZ2V0aWQ9JmZsPSZleHRyYT1NdWx0aXZhcmlhdGVJZD0mJiY%3D%26%26%26105%26%26%26https:\/\/www.bbb.org\/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1543327690449000&amp;usg=AFQjCNGt7UmRb5IEshkF9opNQfnp10Si-w\">www.bbb.org<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000; font-family: georgia,palatino;\">GuideStar<span style=\"color: #000000;\">\u00a0\u2013<\/span>\u202f<a href=\"http:\/\/links.govdelivery.com\/track?type=click&amp;enid=ZWFzPTEmbXNpZD0mYXVpZD0mbWFpbGluZ2lkPTIwMTgxMTI2Ljk4MTMwMTIxJm1lc3NhZ2VpZD1NREItUFJELUJVTC0yMDE4MTEyNi45ODEzMDEyMSZkYXRhYmFzZWlkPTEwMDEmc2VyaWFsPTE3MDYxNTM2JmVtYWlsaWQ9bWFyZ29AbTNwbWVkaWEuY29tJnVzZXJpZD1tYXJnb0BtM3BtZWRpYS5jb20mdGFyZ2V0aWQ9JmZsPSZleHRyYT1NdWx0aXZhcmlhdGVJZD0mJiY=&amp;&amp;&amp;106&amp;&amp;&amp;https:\/\/www.guidestar.org\/Home.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=http:\/\/links.govdelivery.com:80\/track?type%3Dclick%26enid%3DZWFzPTEmbXNpZD0mYXVpZD0mbWFpbGluZ2lkPTIwMTgxMTI2Ljk4MTMwMTIxJm1lc3NhZ2VpZD1NREItUFJELUJVTC0yMDE4MTEyNi45ODEzMDEyMSZkYXRhYmFzZWlkPTEwMDEmc2VyaWFsPTE3MDYxNTM2JmVtYWlsaWQ9bWFyZ29AbTNwbWVkaWEuY29tJnVzZXJpZD1tYXJnb0BtM3BtZWRpYS5jb20mdGFyZ2V0aWQ9JmZsPSZleHRyYT1NdWx0aXZhcmlhdGVJZD0mJiY%3D%26%26%26106%26%26%26https:\/\/www.guidestar.org\/Home.aspx&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1543327690449000&amp;usg=AFQjCNHMq8c1uVww9i3HhLG3X-fmoqXBrA\">www.guidestar.org<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you believe an organization is misrepresenting its work, or that a\u00a0scam\u00a0is taking place, please email the Attorney General\u2019s Charities Bureau at\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:charities.complaints@ag.ny.gov\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">charities.complaints@ag.ny.gov<\/a><wbr \/>\u00a0or call 212-416-8401.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>ICYMI: Underwood issues charitable giving tips for Giving Tuesday Attorney General Barbara D. Underwood issued charitable giving tips today for Giving Tuesday, Nov. 27,\u00a0which encourages charitable donations as families focus on their holiday and end-of-year giving. \u201cGiving Tuesday is an opportunity for New Yorkers to give back this holiday season,\u201d\u00a0Underwood\u00a0said. \u201cIf you plan on making [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_jetpack_newsletter_access":"","_jetpack_dont_email_post_to_subs":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_tier_id":0,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paywalled_content":false,"_jetpack_hide_featured_image":false,"_jetpack_featured_image_duplicate_dismissed":0,"_jetpack_feature_clip_id":0,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":"","jetpack_publicize_message":"","jetpack_publicize_feature_enabled":true,"jetpack_social_post_already_shared":true,"jetpack_social_options":{"image_generator_settings":{"template":"highway","default_image_id":0,"font":"","enabled":false},"version":2},"jetpack_post_was_ever_published":false},"categories":[23810,32,8],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-98204","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-wellbeing","category-crime","category-top-story"],"jetpack_publicize_connections":[],"jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"jetpack-related-posts":[],"jetpack_shortlink":"https:\/\/wp.me\/p43meu-pxW","jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/madisoncountycourier.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/98204","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/madisoncountycourier.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/madisoncountycourier.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/madisoncountycourier.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/madisoncountycourier.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=98204"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/madisoncountycourier.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/98204\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/madisoncountycourier.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=98204"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/madisoncountycourier.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=98204"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/madisoncountycourier.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=98204"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}