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1. oig.hhs.gov › fraud-alert-fake-grantsFraud Alert: Grant Scams | Office of Inspector General ...

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   Feb 24, 2023 · Fraud Alert: Scammers Steal Money From the Public Through Fake HHS Websites and Social Media Schemes. 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.

2. www.grants.gov › learn-grants › grant-fraudGrant Scam & Fraud Alerts | Grants.gov

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   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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4. www.grants.gov › learn-grants › grant-fraudGrant-Related Scams - GRANTS.GOV

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   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 .

5. oig.hhs.gov › fraud › consumer-alertsConsumer Alerts | Office of Inspector General | Government ...

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   HHS-OIG telephone numbers are being used as part of a telephone spoofing scam targeting individuals throughout the country. Fraud Scheme Targeting Families of Unaccompanied Children HHS-OIG is alerting the public about a fraud scheme that preys on the families of unaccompanied migrant children entering the United States.

6. www.hhs.gov › grants › avoid-grant-scamsAvoid Grant Scams | HHS.gov

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   Jun 13, 2024 · File a complaint with the FTC. If you think you may have been a victim of a government grant scam, file a complaint with the FTC, or call toll-free, 1-877-FTC-HELP (1-877-382-4357); TTY: 1-866-653-4261. The FTC enters Internet, telemarketing, identity theft, and other fraud-related complaints into Consumer Sentinel, a secure online database ...

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

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   Mar 14, 2023 · Know that HHS (and other government agencies) won’t get in touch out of the blue about grants. They won’t reach out through social media, call, text, or email you about government grants. Real government grants require an application, and they’re always for a specific purpose. Learn more (for free) at grants.gov. Don’t pay to get a grant.

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   Is a fake HHS grant a fraud scheme?

   • 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.

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

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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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   How do I report a HHS grant scam?

   • HHS websites always use a .gov domain. HHS does not use .org, .com, or .us domains. Report grant scams. Never respond to any schemes that try to get you to pay money or give your personal information for an HHS grant. If you receive such a call or message, submit a hotline complaint or call 1-800-HHS-TIPS (1-800-447-8477; TTY 1-800-377-4950).

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

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   What if I get a fake HHS grant from a scammer?

   • 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. HHS will never ask you to pay money to receive a grant.

   Grant Scam & Fraud Alerts | Grants.gov

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   Are HHS-OIG phone numbers being used as a spoofing scam?

   • HHS-OIG telephone numbers are being used as part of a telephone spoofing scam targeting individuals throughout the country. HHS-OIG is alerting the public about a fraud scheme that preys on the families of unaccompanied migrant children entering the United States. Don't be a Victim of Consumer Fraud in the Health Care Marketplace.

   Consumer Alerts | Office of Inspector General | Government Oversight

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   What is the HHS grant scam?

   • The scheme involves scammers pretending to offer you grants from HHS and asking for payment or personal information to receive the fake grants.

   Grant Scam & Fraud Alerts | Grants.gov

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9. cahealthadvocates.org › fraud-alert-scammers-stealFraud Alert - Scammers Steal Money Through Fake HHS Websites ...

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   Mar 23, 2023 · Report grant scams. Never respond to any schemes that try to get you to pay money or give your personal information for an HHS grant. If you receive such a call or message, submit a hotline complaint or call 1-800-HHS-TIPS (1-800-447-8477; TTY 1-800-377-4950).