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Romance Scams: Hold On To Your Heart – Your Personal ID and $$$ Too!

Romance Scams: Hold On To Your Heart – Your Personal ID and $$$ Too!

Romance scams are on the rise and is reported to be one of the top scams in Hawaii, according to some leading financial institutions in the state. According to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), the amount consumers reported losing to romance scammers is up nearly 80 percent compared to 2020. The total reported loss over […]
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March 31, 2024

KG April 2024 – Beware: Pyramid Scheme Grows

KG April 2024 – Beware: Pyramid Scheme Grows

SMP Hawaii advises the public of a pyramid scheme that was recently reported by a Leeward O‘ahu couple who claim they’ve lost $16,000 over a six-month period. The husband and wife said they were invited to join the group linked to a humanitarian restoration project. Group meetings were held via Zoom, however the “leader” joined […]
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March 31, 2024

Kukui Gram – January 2024

Kukui Gram – January 2024

IN THIS ISSUE: Beware! Charity Scams on the Rise, Volunteer Spotlight: Making a 2024 Difference, and Events Calendar: SMP Activities Near You.
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January 18, 2024

Kukui Gram – October 2023

Kukui Gram – October 2023

IN THIS ISSUE: Enhancing LEP Outreach with Computer Basics, Volunteer Highlights, and Local SMP Events
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October 27, 2023

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