*Disclaimer: Peoples Church is merely providing resources to assist individuals who have been affected by scams. These resources are intended to offer support and information but do not constitute legal, financial, or professional advice. Individuals are encouraged to seek professional advice as needed.
scam prevention & support
Helping You Stay Safe from Scams
At Peoples Church, we care about your financial and personal well-being. Scammers are becoming more sophisticated, targeting individuals through cryptocurrency schemes, phishing emails, fraudulent investments, and identity theft. Our goal is to educate, protect, and support those at risk or affected by scams.
At Peoples Church, we care about your financial and personal well-being. Scammers are becoming more sophisticated, targeting individuals through cryptocurrency schemes, phishing emails, fraudulent investments, and identity theft. Our goal is to educate, protect, and support those at risk or affected by scams.
RECOGNIZING COMMON SCAMS
Scammers often use urgency and deception to manipulate their victims. Be on the lookout for these warning signs:
Too Good to Be True Offers – Promises of high returns with little to no risk.
Urgency & Pressure – You’re told to act immediately to secure a “limited-time” deal.
Unverified Requests for Money – Payment requests via cryptocurrency, gift cards, or wire transfers.
Unfamiliar Contacts – Calls, texts, or emails from unknown sources requesting personal information.
Fake Websites or Emails – Official-looking emails or websites designed to steal your credentials.
Too Good to Be True Offers – Promises of high returns with little to no risk.
Urgency & Pressure – You’re told to act immediately to secure a “limited-time” deal.
Unverified Requests for Money – Payment requests via cryptocurrency, gift cards, or wire transfers.
Unfamiliar Contacts – Calls, texts, or emails from unknown sources requesting personal information.
Fake Websites or Emails – Official-looking emails or websites designed to steal your credentials.
HOW TO PROTECT YOURSELF
Verify Before You Trust – Research companies, investment opportunities, and online requests.
Never Share Personal Information – Protect your passwords, Social Security number, and banking details.
Use Strong Security Measures – Enable two-factor authentication and update passwords regularly.
Consult Before Acting – If something feels off, talk to a trusted friend, financial advisor, or our team.
Never Share Personal Information – Protect your passwords, Social Security number, and banking details.
Use Strong Security Measures – Enable two-factor authentication and update passwords regularly.
Consult Before Acting – If something feels off, talk to a trusted friend, financial advisor, or our team.
IF YOU'VE BEEN SCAMMED
Report the Scam – Contact authorities like the FTC (Federal Trade Commission), SEC (Securities and Exchange Commission), and your local police.
Secure Your Finances – Notify your bank, freeze your credit if needed, and monitor accounts for suspicious activity.
Stay Informed – Learn how scammers operate to prevent future fraud.
Together, we can fight back against scams and keep our community safe. Stay informed. Stay protected. Stay connected.
Secure Your Finances – Notify your bank, freeze your credit if needed, and monitor accounts for suspicious activity.
Stay Informed – Learn how scammers operate to prevent future fraud.
Together, we can fight back against scams and keep our community safe. Stay informed. Stay protected. Stay connected.
phishing identification checklist
Email addresses can be spoofed, or forged, to make messages appear to come from legitimate sources.
Victims are much more likely to cooperate when they believe they are communicating with someone they know, which is even more reason to fully scrutinize all requests for sensitive info or money! If you check any of these boxes, beware! You could be under attack!
Victims are much more likely to cooperate when they believe they are communicating with someone they know, which is even more reason to fully scrutinize all requests for sensitive info or money! If you check any of these boxes, beware! You could be under attack!
Questions to ask yourself:
- Does the email contain poor spelling or bad grammar?
- Is the email awkwardly worded or nonsensical?
- Is the "from" address unrecognizable or just plain weird?
- Does the email promise large sums of money or other unbelievable offers?
- Does the email use threatening language?
- Does the email contain a sense of urgency?
- Does the email have a call-to-action such as clicking a link?
- Does the email contain an unexpected attachment or request for money?
RESOURCES:
Below are links used to put together this resource.