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It does look like they legitimately have films in their repertoire too, so I wouldn’t necessarily call them a scam. But here’s some things I don’t like: 1.) it’s pay to play. I commend them for taking a stand against the tedious and elusive grant writing process, but at least grants don’t cost anything aside from your time.
- Fraud Alert from The HHS OIG
- Scam Alert from The Federal Service Desk
- Scam Alert from The Better Business Bureau
- Scam Alert from The Council on Financial Assistance Reform
February 24, 2023 - The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Office of Inspector General (OIG) is alerting the public to a fraud scheme that uses social media and fake websites to steal money from individuals by offering fake HHS grants. The scheme involves scammers pretending to offer you grants from HHS and asking for payment or pe...
June 3, 2015 - The Federal Service Desk (FSD) has recently been receiving claims from the public that CFDA agents have contacted them claiming that in order for the recipient to claim federal grant money they must first send the CFDA agent personal information or money. Although the CFDA agent claims to be with the Community for Federal Domestic As...
May 22, 2014 - Better Business Bureau of Minnesota and North Dakota (BBB) is warning the public about grant scams. Recently BBB received a report from a consumer who stated they were contacted by The Washington D.C. Grant Department about being approved for a $7,000 grant. Contacts like this are not uncommon and such notices are usually accompanied...
February 5, 2014 - The Council on Financial Assistance Reform (COFAR) received inquiries and complaints from persons targeted by a fraudulent grants scheme. According to reports, the scam artist claims to represent the COFAR when contacting the individual. Victims are told they have been selected to receive a government grant ranging from $5,000 to...
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.
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:...
Jun 23, 2024 · How do you know if the grant offer is legitimate or a scam? One clue: You must apply for all grants. Another tip: U.S. grants to a business or nonprofit are for the sole benefit of the company, not for personal use. Read this blog to learn the other signs of a grant scam.
- Hal Shelton
If you think you may have been a victim of a government grant scam, file a complaint with the Federal Trade Commission online, or call toll-free, 1-877-FTC-HELP (1-877-382-4357); TTY: 1-866-653-4261. You can also report grant-related scam attempts to the Health and Human Services (HHS) Fraud Hotline at 1-800-447-8477 .
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Oct 27, 2022 · Reach out if you have any questions at (561) 249-4129. You can report all grant scams or related fraud to the Federal Trade Commission by either reaching out to them through their website or by calling 1-877-FTC-HELP.
