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SPOT THE SCAM

Scammers are getting smarter—let’s outsmart them. Spot the Scam helps you recognize, avoid, and report online scams while building money skills that actually matter.

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Learn how to protect your cash, secure your accounts, and stay one step ahead of fraud.

ABOUT SPOT THE SCAM

If you've ever gotten a sketchy DM, a fake job offer, or a too-good-to-be-true giveaway, you’re not alone. Online scams have skyrocketed by 18x in just five years, and young people are the prime targets. Gen Z is 3x more likely to be scammed than Boomers, and scammers know exactly how to blend into your feed.

But knowledge is power. Spot the Scam gives you the tools to protect yourself and your friends with interactive challenges. Learn how to recognize scam tactics, keep your money safe, and build real financial confidence. Nearly 45% of young people feel unsure about financial decisions, and 77% worry about money—we’re here to change that.

Join us, take action, and help build a smarter, scam-proof community. Because when we look out for each other, scammers don’t stand a chance.

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