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   Are government grants a scam?

   • Offers of free money from government grants are scams. Someone might offer you a grant to pay for education, home repairs, home business expenses, or unpaid bills. But they’re all scams. Here’s how to avoid a government grant scam, and how to report it. Scammers reach you in lots of ways. They put ads online for (fake) government grants.

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   What is a fake HHS grant scam?

   • These scammers may pretend to be a “friend” or someone from HHS. Although the precise message may vary, the scammer provides fake HHS employee information or a link to a fake HHS website, tells you that you will receive free Government grant money, and then asks you for money or personal information. Do not pay scammers.

   Fraud Alert: Grant Scams | Office of Inspector General | Government

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   How do I report a government grant scam?

   • If you spotted a scam, report it to the FTC at ReportFraud.ftc.gov. The FTC uses and shares reports with law enforcement partners to help with investigations. Offers of free money from government grants are scams. Here’s how to avoid a government grant scam, and how to report it.

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   How do I know if a grant is a scam?

   • Be careful with unsolicited calls asking for your banking information. Scammers will cold call, asking basic questions to see if you qualify for a grant, and then ask for your banking information saying they need to collect a one-time processing fee and directly deposit your money. Learn how to Spot a Scam. To report a scam, go to BBB Scam Tracker.

   BBB Tip: Government Grant Scam - Better Business Bureau

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   Can a spoof HHS grant be a scam?

   • Scammers may offer fake HHS grant money in exchange for personal or financial information, such as your Social Security number, date of birth, address, bank account number, login information, or copies of your personal identification. Do not be fooled by spoof websites. HHS websites always use a .gov domain.

   Fraud Alert: Grant Scams | Office of Inspector General | Government

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   Can I get a government grant for free?

   • It won’t offer you free government grants of any kind, much less grants to pay for home repairs, medical costs, or other personal needs. Real government grants require an application, and they’re always for a very specific purpose. Learn more (for free) at grants.gov. Never share your financial or personal information with anyone who contacts you.

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2. consumer.ftc.gov › articles › government-grant-scamsGovernment Grant Scams | Consumer Advice

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   Offers of free money from government grants are scams. Someone might offer you a grant to pay for education, home repairs, home business expenses, or unpaid bills. But they’re all scams. Here’s how to avoid a government grant scam, and how to report it.

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   Although the precise message may vary, the scammer provides fake HHS employee information or a link to a fake HHS website, tells you that you will receive free Government grant money, and then asks you for money or personal information.

4. consumer.ftc.gov › consumer-alerts › 2023No — HHS didn’t reach out about free grant money

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   Mar 14, 2023 · This new twist on the age-old government grant scam often goes like this: someone reaches out to you through social media, email, or a chat app and says you qualify for free grant money from HHS. They’ll direct you to a fake HHS website or online chat that seems legitimate — but it’s not.

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   How to Recognize and Avoid Grant Scams. If an individual contacts you about an opportunity to obtain free money in the form of a grant from the federal government, be extremely wary. You are likely being targeted as part of a scam. Any of the following statements should put you on high alert:

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   Feb 24, 2023 · Although the precise message may vary, the scammer provides fake HHS employee information or a link to a fake HHS website, tells you that you will receive free Government grant money, and then asks you for money or personal information.

8. www.snopes.com › fact-check › government-grantsGovernment Grant Scams | Snopes.com

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   Feb 26, 2009 · Government Grant Scams. Scammers promise to hook up victims with a variety of government grants. Barbara Mikkelson. Published Feb. 26, 2009. Image courtesy of Federal Trade Commission. Claim:...

9. www.bbb.org › 16920-bbb-tip-government-grant-scamBBB Tip: Government grant scam - Better Business Bureau

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   Aug 24, 2022 · This scam promises you free money in the form of a government grant. All you have to do is pay a fee. How the scam works: Scammers contact you through phone calls, emails, or posts on social...