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December is finally here! The season of celebrations, year-end projects, and a little extra chaos sprinkled in between. It’s also the time when the smallest tech hiccup or the wrong click can snowball faster than a holiday rush order. This month, we’ve pulled together a few thoughtful reads to help you keep your workplace cheerful, your online giving SAFE, and your end-ofyear planning inspired. From smarter digital habits to staying alert during the season of generosity, we’re all about finishing 2025 with confidence, clarity, and maybe even a spark of brandbuilding creativity. Here’s to a festive, secure, and successful December.
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HOLIDAY SCAMS IN DISGUISE: WHAT TO WATCH OUT FOR WHEN DONATING ONLINE The holidays bring out the best in people… along Red Flags That Often Signal Scams with big scams. When generosity spikes, fake fundraisers and charity scams rise to ride holiday If you see any of these, pause and investigate: goodwill. Misleading or patently false information on the One scheme made 1.3 billion bogus donation calls fundraiser page and stole over $110 million before the FTC shut it down. Researchers also found 800+ scam charity Funds not being used for the stated purpose in a accounts across social platforms. reasonable time frame For small businesses, one rushed donation can mean lost money and a damaged reputation.
Impersonation of another person or copying someone else’s story
Here’s how to keep your giving safe, and make sure your goodwill lands in the right hands.
Stories that seem too perfect or emotionally manipulative
How To Vet A Fundraiser Before You Donate
When you spot multiple warning signs, report the fundraiser and don’t donate.
A legitimate fundraiser should answer these clearly: Who is organizing this, and what’s their connection to the recipient? How exactly will the funds be used, and over what timeline? Who is controlling withdrawals? Is there a clear path for funds to reach their target? Do close contacts of the recipient (family, friends) publicly support the campaign? If any of those are vague or missing, ask for clarification first. Silence or evasive answers is a red flag.
Vetting Charities (Not Just Crowdfunds) Even established charities can have sketchy practices. Here’s what to look for: Transparent program descriptions, financial breakdowns and annual reports Clear information about how much of a donation goes to programs vs. overhead Charity names that appear in searches with words like “fraud,” “scam” or “complaints” A lack of detail or negative reviews should spark caution. continued on page 2...
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