It is human nature to want to help others if it within our means to do so. Whether it is giving change to a homeless individual on the street, or donating your time and money to those affected by a disaster, the help is always appreciated. The Better Business Bureau has issued a few tips on how you can donate following a tragedy. It is always a wise idea to donate to a reputable organization to ensure you are not scammed. Be sure to do some proactive research into any fundraisers or crowd funding sites that claim to want to help. Most sites like Go Fund Me do very little vetting of individuals who decide to post for assistance after a tragedy or a disaster. It is also never a good idea to click on links to charities on unfamiliar websites or in text messages or email. these may take you to a look-alike website where you will be asked to provide personal financial information or may download harmful malware onto your computer.
