How to avoid government grant scams that offer free money for personal expenses
March 10, 2026
The FTC warns consumers about scams and fraud. This page summarizes the official alert and links to reporting steps.
Summary (FTC)
How to avoid government grant scams that offer free money for personal expenses March 5, 2026 BCP Staff Scammers make up all kinds of bogus stories to steal your personal information, or your money. Some go negative and make up a problem that doesn’t really exist. Others try a positive spin and say …
Source: Federal Trade Commission
How to report this type of fraud
- File a report with the FTC at reportfraud.ftc.gov — this creates an official record and helps enforcement.
- Complain to the CFPB at consumerfinance.gov/complaint for financial products and services.
- Contact your state attorney general for state-level fraud and consumer protection.
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