I do not have a lot of money, due to medical bills, mostly, but I have tried to donate when I can to causes that i believe in.
About two years ago I donated to a political fundraising campaign for a candidate that I supported. It was not a large amount, but it was what I could afford and I felt good about doing my small part to help.
But ever since then I get 5 bogus and/or “fundraiser” calls from different numbers across the country on average a day. I used to answer calls when they came in, even out of state calls. However as soon as they said they were seeking donations I apologized, said I no longer could afford it, and to remove my number from their call list.
Of course that did not work. I get calls everyday, many times a day. I block one number and then get a call from a number one number off from the first call which I then block...and the process repeats itself.
I have learned my lesson well….when I do donate again to do so anonymously without a trace of who gave the money. I just hate that it had to happen.