Scam PreventionFamily SafetyCybersecurityFinancial Tips4 min read· Oct 19, 2026

You Didn’t Enter, but You Won? How to Spot the 'Lucky' Scams Targeting Our Community

Getting a message that you’ve won a major lottery or sweepstakes is exciting, but if you didn't buy a ticket, it's likely a scam. Learn how to protect your family and your hard-earned savings.

We all dream of that one life changing phone call or email telling us we have won a grand prize. For many in the diaspora, this dream is often tied to the hope of helping family back home or securing a comfortable retirement. Unfortunately, scammers know this. They frequently target families and retirees with sophisticated "lottery" or "sweepstakes" stories. These scams aren't just annoying; they are designed to steal your personal information and your money. The good news is that…