green cars, green travel and smart spending
Scam alert: You’ve heard the catchy jingle on radio and TV hundreds of times. But Kars4Kids may not be what it seems. The car donation charity has been accused repeatedly of misleading donors and misuse of funds. If you are considering donating Old Breakdown to a charity, to get a tax donation, research that charity
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The wildfires in California are an American tragedy, with more than 50 dead, some 1,000 people missing, thousands of homes and businesses destroyed, hundreds of thousands evacuated, and more than 200,000 acres scorched. Here’s where to donate to the national and local charities and community groups, including those rescuing stranded animals. Always check a charity’s
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SCAM ALERT: We all want peace in the Mideast, but beware of solicitations from bogus Mideast charities arriving now in your mailbox or on your phone. Thumbs down on Jerusalem Prayer Team: I’ve just received a thick mailing from this so-called prayer charity, which wants my money and yours so it can pray for peace
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