There are a number of companies in the publishing industry that work on behalf of charity. Unfortunately, not all adhere to the strict guidelines of the Charity Commission. As a responsible publisher, it would be remiss of us not to acknowledge that these companies exist and, wherever possible, to offer our advice on the procedures these companies should follow when enlisting support from a business.
How to spot the fraudsters
Ensure that the company that has approached you has a valid contract with the charity it claims to represent.
Ask the procedure for placing an order with the company - is the order confirmed in writing?
Does the company provide you with an advert for your money, or are you told it is a donation?
Does a percentage of the money you pay actually go to the charity or does the whole amount go to the publishers? Is the company prepared to supply you with the following information: |