Stevenson Memorial Hospital in Alliston has issued a warning to residents about a phone scam in the area, asking for donations.
It says “Stevenson Memorial Hospital does not solicit donations directly to the public, so if you get a call “take caution and hang up”.
Hospital officials have contacted the police to investigate the fraudulent calls.
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Community members can contact the Foundation office directly at (705) 435-6281 x 2350.
SMH has a number of tips to consider if you are contacted by an unknown individual regarding a charitable donation:
- Ask for and check the charity’s registration number online.
- Call the Canada Revenue Agency toll free at 1-877-442-2899.
- Never give out personal or financial information over the phone or at the door.
- Research the charity and ask for the information to be sent to you in the mail before you donate.
- Give your donations to established charities you are familiar with (if need be come to the Hospital and meet with the Foundation directly).
- Don’t pay in cash.
- Beware of anyone who thanks you for a pledge you haven’t made.
