Texans make generous donations to charities each year by volunteering time or contributing money. Savvy donors make a bigger difference in the lives of Texans if they ask the right questions and do a little homework before contributing to a charitable cause.

Ask Questions

A legitimate charity should be pleased to answer your questions about their organization and its programs. Some questions you may want to ask of those soliciting for charity:

Watch for Red Flags

Here are some common “red flags’ that could be warning signs that you are dealing with a fraudulent or irresponsible charitable solicitation:

Do your Research

Internet and Social Media Solicitations

New technologies offer Texans new ways to make charitable contributions. Learn more about  giving tips specific to internet and social media solicitations (PDF).