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Published on 2024-03-25 21:29:08
The Ford Foundation and John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation have issued a warning to individuals regarding fraudulent activities where scammers are deceitfully using the names of these reputable organizations to perpetrate fraud. The Ford Foundation, established in 1936 by Edsel Ford and Henry Ford, has a mission to promote human welfare. Similarly, the John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation is focused on providing grants and impact investments to support nonprofit organizations in over 117 countries worldwide.
In a joint statement signed by Chichi Aniagolu, Ford’s Regional Director in West Africa, and Kole Shettima, MacArthur’s Director in Nigeria, it was highlighted that scammers have now set their sights on international philanthropic organizations like theirs. The statement emphasized that neither the Ford Foundation nor the MacArthur Foundation solicit donations, administrative fees, or any payment for grant applications. These organizations uphold principles of transparency, accountability, and social change.
Both foundations clarified that they do not engage in lotteries, fundraising solicitations, or request personal banking information from individuals. They do not approach individuals for grant opportunities nor require grantors to pay any form of insurance, deposits, or administrative fees for grant funds. It was also cautioned to recipients to avoid sending money or providing personal details and to refrain from clicking on any suspicious links.
Individuals were encouraged to access information regarding grant application processes and background on the foundations through their official websites – fordfoundation.org and Macfound.org. The organizations reiterated their commitment to maintaining ethical practices and emphasized the importance of verifying the legitimacy of any communication received in their names.
Furthermore, the statement included advice on safeguarding against potential fraud and reiterated that these foundations do not engage in activities that involve payment requests or personal information sharing. They also urged recipients to exercise caution and report any incidents of fraud or suspicious activity to the authorities.
As part of their efforts to combat fraud and uphold their integrity, the Ford Foundation and the MacArthur Foundation have deployed measures to educate the public about these fraudulent schemes and have pledged to take necessary actions to protect individuals from falling victim to such scams.
In conclusion, both the Ford Foundation and the John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation remain steadfast in their commitment to serving the community through legitimate philanthropic endeavors while safeguarding the trust and integrity of their organizations from malicious actors seeking to exploit their reputation for fraudulent purposes.
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