How do I know if a GoFundMe page is legitimate? Here are some tips

When tragedy strikes, many people turn to platforms like GoFundMe to raise money for those affected. But how do you know these fundraisers are legit?
Alaska Public Media

Alaska accuses crowdfunding websites of violating law, using charities’ names without their consent

New lawsuit says leading companies failed — in thousands of cases — to get charities’ permission before trying to raise money ...

Community comes together, raises nearly $100K for local family devastated by fire

A GoFundMe created for the family has raised almost $100,000.

Mickey Rourke legally kicked out of home after owing $60,000 in unpaid rent

The actor has fallen on hard times.
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UPDATE: GoFundMe has helped to raise over $450,000 for family of NHHS teacher

A continuous flow of support is flowing in for the family of North Hall High School (NHHS) teacher Jason Hughes, who was killed in an accident last weekend. As of this morning, Wednesday, March 11 at ...