Watch CBS News

How to avoid scams on Giving Tuesday

The Giving Tuesday movement began in 2012 to boost charitable giving at the end of the year. People donated more than $281 billion to charities last year and a new Bankrate survey says 40 percent of people give money. However, fraud is a big problem and two government agencies are warning consumers to be wary of scammers. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the signs of a charity scam and safe ways to donate your money.
View CBS News In
CBS News App Open
Chrome Safari Continue
Be the first to know
Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting.