But if you are not completely familiar with the organization, don't give money. Reputable charities list their phone numbers in the phone book, and police say that it's best for you to contact them. They ask the managers to advertise in a police or firefighter magazine to support that department. Police say that they don't know of any magazine that generates money for a department. Any money given supports the magazine owners.
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