Schuette encourages residents to give wisely during holiday season

The Michigan Nonprofit Association, Council of Michigan Foundations, Michigan Association of United Ways, and Attorney General Bill Schuette on Tuesday announced the release of the annual Giving Wisely brochure, a resource to help Michigan donors make wise charitable gifts this holiday season.

“The generosity of Michigan residents is why we publish Giving Wisely each year. It is a way to remind Michigan residents to think before they give. This gives donors peace of mind and ensures that their donations reach worthwhile organizations,” said Schuette.

Over the holidays, charitable giving increases and many charities begin their end of the year fundraising appeals. The free Giving Wisely handout provides timely and critical advice to anyone considering a donation. The resource informs Michigan citizens on protecting personal and financial information and donating safely online; and it cautions citizens to be wary of aggressive or misleading fundraising phone calls.

Giving Wisely also reminds citizens to choose carefully which charities to support financially and encourages donating time and talents to charity. The Giving Wisely handout is available for download and can be read on the Attorney General’s website at www.michigan.gov/AG.

Since taking office in 2011, Schuette’s Charitable Trust Section has combatted charity fraud and helped to educate Michigan families and businesses to make the most of their generous donations.

Before writing a check, residents should feel free to call the Attorney General’s Charitable Trust Section at 517-373-1152 to inquire about a charity. Residents can also search for registered charities at www.mi.gov/agcharitysearch or learn more by visiting www.mi.gov/charity.

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