Secretary of State Elaine Marshall advises ‘smart giving’

RALEIGH, NC (WWAY) — With uncertainty regarding SNAP benefits due to the ongoing government shutdown and relief efforts for Hurricane Melissa the Secretary of State is advising North Carolinians to use caution.
NC Secretary of State Elaine F. Marshall is cautioning North Carolina’s giving public to do their research when making contributions.
Secretary Marshall reminds people to never click on links in unconciliated messages. Also, online donations should go directly to established charitable organizations’ official websites.