Scam Awareness Series

Presented by Vision Bank

Join us for a free educational series designed to help you recognize and avoid common scams. Led by Heartland Board member, Rhonda Whitney, along with Trish Anderson and Shauna Walther from Vision Bank, each session will focus on a different type of scam, with practical tips and real-life examples to help you stay protected.

• When: 1st, 3rd and 5th Wednesdays of the month, 2:00–3:00 p.m.
• Where: Sixty Forward Center – Beran Multipurpose Room, 205 S. Walnut Street, Ames, IA  |  Program & Parking Info
• Refreshments: Light snacks provided by Vision Bank from The Bistro
• Session Topics

Let’s work together to stay informed and stay safe. Click on the Session Topics link to review what will be covered in each of the following free educational sessions.

• June 4 – Contractor/Home Improvement Scams
• June 18 – IRS/Government Agency Impersonation
• July 2 – Romance Scams (subject to date confirmation)
• July 16 – Bitcoin and Cryptocurrency Scams
• July 30 – Charity Scams
• August 6 – Fake Check Overpayment Scams
• August 20 – Lottery and Prize-Based Scams
• September 3 – Social Media Scams
• September 17 – Holiday Scams