FTC Consumer Alerts: Scammers demand gift cards

Scammers demand gift cards by Cristina Miranda Division of Consumer and Business Education, FTC Gift cards are a great way to give a gift. But did you know they are also a scammer's favorite way to steal money?  According to the FTC's new Data Spotlight, more scammers are demanding payment with a gift card than ever before – a whopping 270 percent increase since 2015. Read more https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/blog/2018/10/scammers-demand-gift-cards?utm_source=govdelivery This is a free service provided by the Federal Trade Commission.

---

Knights of Columbus - Food Drive - March 24-25

The Knights of Columbus is holding an Easter fund raiser for those “in need” at St. Mary Church, One Church Square, Franklin, MA.

All proceeds will benefit the Society of St. Vincent de Paul. The Knights will have a table set up selling  Stop and Shop gift cards outside the church after Mass on Saturday, March 24 and after each Mass on Sunday, March 25. (5% of sales benefits St. Vincent)

In recognition of significant need, we are also suggesting a second way you can share the spirit of giving. Please donate one or more of the gift cards you purchased (100% of donated card benefits St. Vincent) Contribute a purchased gift card using the Donation Box.

We thank you in advance for your compassion and donation to those less fortunate.

Thank You for your Caring

Knights of Columbus - Sacred Heart Council #1847

Knights of Columbus
Sacred Heart Council #1847