Online threats, fake charities and fraud

Protect the business against online threats

As the tax season approaches, the IRS and its Security Summit partners encourage taxpayers during National Tax Security Awareness Week to remain vigilant against online threats and learn best practices to protect against cybersecurity attacks.

Beware of fake charities; use IRS tool to verify legitimate organizations

When fake charities scam unsuspecting donors, the proceeds don’t go to those who need the help, and those contributing to these fake charities can’t deduct their donations on their tax return. Those who wish to make donations should use the Tax-Exempt Organization Search (TEOS) tool on IRS.gov to help find or verify qualified, legitimate charities.

International Fraud Awareness Week

As part of ongoing efforts to protect taxpayers, the IRS urges taxpayers to protect personal and financial information from scam artists and tax schemes.