The Desk can't believe it... but then again... yes it can.
The SCAMMERS are out.
Individuals are now sending around emails and making phone calls soliciting donations for the victims of the terrorist attacks.
DO NOT GIVE ANY MONEY, CREDIT INFORMATION, OR SEND A CHECK TO ANYBODY THAT IS NOT ASSOCIATED WITH A RECOGNIZED CHARITY!
The Desk knows some of these outfits are actually legitimate and the funds will get to those that need them. However, there are also those out there who simply wait for an event like this to try to make a quick buck of the good will of others.
There should be a special level of Hell reserved for them, right next to bin Laden and his friends.
Please Give to help the victims and the rescuers who have given so much to assist them.
But give to the Red Cross, your local blood bank, donation centers set up by fire departments or schools. Organizations that are recognized as charities and have a system of accountability for what is donated. For Starters: www.redcross.org
Please Do Not give your credit card number to a floating email you never heard of before. No matter how worthy it sounds.
Thank you.
The Media Desk