COLORADO FIREFIGHTERS FUNDFraudulent Bank Statement Charge — Deceptive charity phone scam (PayPal invoice)

What to do if you see COLORADO FIREFIGHTERS FUND on your statement

1. Freeze your card immediately — Contact your bank to block further unauthorized charges.
2. Contact your bank — Call the number on the back of your card to initiate a dispute within 60 days.
3. File an FTC report — Report at reportfraud.ftc.gov to create an official record.

How to Dispute This Charge

1. 1

   Gather evidence

   Take a screenshot of the charge on your statement showing "COLORADO FIREFIGHTERS FUND", the date, and amount. Save it as a PDF if possible.

2. 2

   Contact your bank immediately

   Call the number on the back of your card or use your bank's app to initiate a dispute. Do this within 60 days of the charge date.

3. 3

   Use dispute reason: "Unauthorized charge"

   State clearly that you did not authorize this charge and have no relationship with this merchant.

4. 4

   File a complaint with the CFPB

   Submit at consumerfinance.gov/complaint — CFPB complaints are forwarded to your bank and require a formal response within 15 days.

5. 5

   Follow up in writing

   Send a certified letter to your bank within 10 days of the phone call to create a legal paper trail. Keep the tracking number.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is "COLORADO FIREFIGHTERS FUND" on my bank statement?

A descriptor related to phone scams soliciting donations for firefighters, often involving PayPal invoices, with a very low percentage of funds reaching the actual charity.

Is "COLORADO FIREFIGHTERS FUND" a scam?

Yes. "COLORADO FIREFIGHTERS FUND" is classified as a Deceptive charity phone scam (PayPal invoice) with a threat level of 75/100 in the TitanAlert database. It has been reported by 1 consumer and is considered medium-high severity.

How much does "COLORADO FIREFIGHTERS FUND" typically charge?

The charge amount for "COLORADO FIREFIGHTERS FUND" varies. Victims have reported different amounts. Check your statement history for recurring charges.

How do I stop "COLORADO FIREFIGHTERS FUND" from charging me again?

To stop future charges: (1) Contact your bank and request a new card number immediately, (2) Dispute all charges as unauthorized, (3) Search your email for any confirmation from this merchant and cancel any accounts, (4) File a complaint with the FTC at reportfraud.ftc.gov.

How many people have reported COLORADO FIREFIGHTERS FUND?

1 consumer has reported this charge in the TitanAlert database. This community data helps others identify fraudulent charges quickly.