What to watch for when donating through crowdfunding websites

FORT MYERS, Fla. After major disasters like Hurricane Maria, Irma and Harvey, and major tragedies like the Las Vegas mass shooting, many people sign up for crowdfunding campaigns.

These crowdfunding campaigns can go from medical bills to money for general support. But how do you know the campaign is legit?

Watch WINK News Call for Action reporter Lindsey Sablan discuss some tips on how to tell if the campaign is real or not.

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