Avoid donating to my GoFundMe campaign.
In a recent turn of events, writer [Your Name] has encountered some difficulties with their GoFundMe account. A password change attempt for the account has resulted in an error message, leaving the writer uncertain about the platform's reliability.
In light of these doubts and fears, the writer has requested their readers not to contribute to the GoFundMe account. Instead, they are exploring alternative methods for financial support. One such option is the PayPal account linked to the writer's email, which can be found on their website.
The writer's troubles with GoFundMe began last week when they set up the account. Since then, they have encountered several issues that have fueled their concerns. The writer has found information about GoFundMe on the Consumer Affairs website that has only served to reinforce their doubts.
Common issues and complaints about GoFundMe, as reported on Consumer Affairs-related sources, primarily include delays in withdrawing funds due to verification processes, funds being sent to wrong accounts, and problems with resolving these issues promptly or satisfactorily. Customers have expressed frustration over slow or ineffective responses from GoFundMe when their withdrawal issues arise, sometimes leading to threats of legal action after extended delays and lack of urgency from the company.
There are also concerns about scams and unverified campaigns hosted on GoFundMe, particularly around disaster-related fundraisers, which have prompted official investigations and warnings from authorities such as the Texas Attorney General. These scams pose risks to donors who may unknowingly support fraudulent campaigns, emphasizing the need for independent verification before donating.
In an effort to address these concerns, the writer is considering using an online newsletter as a potential funding method, possibly through WordPress. The writer invites readers to share their thoughts on this idea by writing to them at our [email protected].
The writer has also been locked out of their GoFundMe account and cannot regain control. As a result, there are currently only three contributions to the account. The writer regrets setting up the GoFundMe account and hopes to find a more secure and reliable method for funding their work in the future.
[1] Consumer Affairs. (n.d.). GoFundMe. Retrieved from https://www.consumeraffairs.com/business/gofundme.html [2] Texas Attorney General. (n.d.). GoFundMe Scams. Retrieved from https://www.texasattorneygeneral.gov/consumer-protection/scams-alerts/gofundme-scams [4] Federal Trade Commission. (n.d.). GoFundMe. Retrieved from https://www.ftc.gov/news-events/press-releases/2020/03/ftc-goes-court-stop-go-fund-me-scams-targeting-coronavirus-victims
In the aftermath of encountering issues with their GoFundMe account, the writer is investigating alternative methods for financial support, such as the PayPal account linked to their email that can be found on their website. Dissatisfied with the platform's reliability due to reports of issues like delayed fund withdrawals and scams, they are even contemplating using an online newsletter as a potential funding method, possibly through WordPress.
