The New Mexico Department of Justice (NMDOJ) is proud to highlight the vital work of the Charities Unit during Charity Fraud Awareness Week (Dec. 8-12), a time when many are inspired to donate to non-profit causes nationwide. This holiday season, the NMDOJ supports all New Mexicans who seek to give back and make a difference. We strongly encourage individuals to be on the lookout for scams and research charities thoroughly before donating to avoid falling victim to fraud. Please refer to the tips below to protect yourself and your loved ones from scams and ensure your generosity supports legitimate, trusted organizations.

“In a time of year when so many New Mexicans are looking to share their generosity with charitable organizations that serve our communities, we want to make sure that they have the resources to recognize scams and give safely. Scams are elevated this time of year, and scammers are looking to take advantage of the generosity of our community. My office has helpful tools to help recognize scams and also screen charities to help make safe choices when giving.” – AG Torres