Why Are They Pressuring Donations?

Summary — +12172849109

Risky
Caller Name: VROOM
Caller Type: Telemarketing
Location: United States
Reviews: 5

Expert Opinion

Ever wonder why that number keeps popping up in your caller ID? It looks like a persistent telemarketing operation, likely posing as charities to snag donations. They’re using generic scripts, mispronouncing names, and ignoring do‑not‑call requests, which are classic red flags. If you receive another call, hang up and block the number. Report the nuisance to the FTC’s Do Not Call Registry and consider filing a complaint with your state attorney general. Never share personal or financial info with unsolicited callers, and stay skeptical of any pressure to donate on the spot.

Caller Categories

Telemarketing
Scam
Non-profit organization
SMS

Caller Names

VROOM
VETNOW
Indianola

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Recent Reports for (217) 284-9109

12172849109 SMS VROOM

I recived a text from this number, it was somone from the company VROOM, i think

12172849109 Non-profit organization VETNOW

They continously call and harrass me for donations to VETNOW, I informed them that I recieve alot of charity calls from the same number and I dont beleive they are legit, they just wont stop, eventully I threatened to report them to the Attorney General, we'll see what happends

12172849109 Telemarketing Indianola

The callers are familiar with the recipient's first name but struggle with the last name, a common trait of telemarketers, and they call frequently, disregarding requests to cease contact.

12172849109 Scam

A call was received from this number, but no message was left, and upon calling back, a recorded message was played, stating that the organization solicits donations for various charities, raising suspicions of a potential scam

12172849109 Telemarketing

The call was received on October 13, 2016.

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