Imagine getting a call promising a $9,000 government grant—only to hear a request for payment or personal data. That red flag should send you straight to the hang‑up button. These calls are classic advance‑fee scams: they exploit hope and urgency, then demand fees, gift‑card purchases, or banking info. Never share verification codes, personal IDs, or send money to unlock a supposed grant. If you suspect a scam, block the number, report it to the FTC or your carrier, and run a quick online search for similar complaints. Staying skeptical and protecting your details is the cheapest insurance against these fraudsters.
The caller made a false promise of a significant grant in exchange for personal information
I was told I'd been chosen to receive a $9,000 government grant and instructed to call a specific number to obtain a code, then visit a Western Union office with the code KL375 to collect the cash.
I gave them a rude response, telling them to stop calling.
Be cautious, everyone, as these scammers are targeting people in the USA, using numbers like 202-899-9010, and it's essential to be aware of their tactics
I got a call saying I would recieve 9000 dollars from the gov, but when I called the number back, the lady couldnt speak good english and hung up on me.
On the right side of this screen, there is a list of URLs to use for various Phone Crime reporting.
I successfully reported this incident on a government website dedicated to phone scams, although locating the URL was challenging.
This is a scan, they want me to send 250.00 for 9,000 dollars, then they want my account number, its ridiculous
Similar to other reports, this number took credit card information and is confirmed to be a scam
They wanted me to give them informations so they can give me 9000 dollars in grant money, yeah right.
Over the course of two days, I received calls from this number, which I've identified as a scam; they requested my address to send a check and then asked me to verify myself by calling back and providing a code, a tactic that's quite amusing.
I've been recieving calls from this same number, but I dont know who it is or what they want
Lol, I received a call informing me that I'm eligible for a $9000 grant because I supposedly have a clean record, which isn't true since I have a criminal record and bankruptcy, what a scam!
A call was received from an unknown individual claiming I was eligible for a $9,000 grant due to timely bill payments; they provided a code, AM226, and a callback number, 202-681-8723, though the caller's English was poor, and I did not return the call, highlighting the need for action against such persistent scams.
The caller requested that I purchase two iTunes gift cards, each valued at $100, and then asked for the codes on the back of the cards, which is a clear scam.
This is a BIG SCAM, be carefull, dont falls for it.
I received a call claiming I had won $9000 and was instructed to contact this number; however, upon doing so, I was informed that I needed to pay a $200 confirmation fee, which I refused, and I am now considering reporting this incident to the authorities
No patience for scammers like this one
They keep calling, arguing with me about some grant, and threatening to keep calling
I recieved a call from a private number claiming I was eligable for a $9000 grant, which sounds like a blatant scam.
A call was made claiming to offer a government grant, requiring me to call back with a specific code, but I ended the call when they asked to verify my identity.
A call was received claiming a government grant of $9,000 for being a good citizen; however, a senior account officer requested $250, which is reimbursable, indicating a scam
I recieved a call saying I got a grant for $10000.00, but it's probably a scam