Tag: GoFundMe
GoFundMe exceeds goal to raise money for blue-green algae awareness
A GoFundMe campaign has been set up for the family who suffered the loss of their three dogs after swimming in a pond contaminated with blue-green algae.
Family creates GoFundMe for man who died rescuing children
There have been several drownings and other water related deaths this summer off the Carolina Coast.
Woman pleads guilty to GoFundMe scam involving homeless man
A New Jersey woman pleaded guilty to her role in concocting a feel-good tale about a homeless man rescuing her from the side of a highway and scamming 14,000 donors out of $400,000 in GoFundMe contributions.
Homeless ‘good Samaritan’ gets probation in GoFundMe scam
The homeless veteran who admitted to conspiring with a New Jersey couple in a GoFundMe scam that raised more than $400,000 was sentenced Friday to five years' probation.
Homeless man charged in GoFundMe scheme pleads guilty
A homeless man charged with engaging in a GoFundMe scheme has pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit money laundering in federal court.
Woman creates dolls representing kids with disabilities
Amy Jandrisevits' dining room has been transformed into her workroom, where she creates dolls by hand that aren't just play things. They're partners for the kids who don't often see themselves represented in the world.
Community reaches out to help veteran after WWAY story
Wednesday we told you the story of John Ganey, an 80-year-old veteran who has been living in his garage since Hurricane Florence destroyed his home.
Fund set up for families of 5 women slain in Florida bank
SunTrust has established a fund to offer financial support to the families of five women slain at a Florida bank branch.
GoFundMe campaign raises millions in 3 days to fund border wall
A trending GoFundMe campaign has raised more than $5.2 million in three days to fund President Donald Trump's border wall.