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Text received#1: Congratulations ,My name is NANCY LYSKAWA the Chief Client Officer of Waves of Giving Foundation. I’m reaching out on behalf of the Waves of Giving Foundation regarding a prize of $500,000 that has been awarded to you through our ongoing program. We are thrilled to inform you have been selected as a winner in this Lottery Giveaway Program. This program was created to improve the living conditions of every citizen in the United States and aims to promote better living standards while addressing economic hardships nationwide. You were carefully selected, along with 99 other individuals across the nation, to benefit from this initiative. You might be wondering why you were chosen. Selection is completely random, as the program is designed to provide opportunities to people from all walks of life. Your selection is a positive opportunity to enhance your financial stability and overall quality of life. To proceed with delivery, kindly send your claiming code to your delivery agent so we can arrange for your package to be sent directly to you. • Agent: Mr. Gregory Smith • Text: +1 (310) 216-8519 Claiming Code: WGF$5K Congratulations once again on your selection!" #2: "Congratulations on your winnings! We respectfully request the following details from you in order to guarantee that your reward is delivered right to your doorstep. Please complete the information below: FULL NAME EMAIL OCCUPATION HOUSE ADDRESS AGE GENDER" Stopped here did not respond further. Found BBB scam alert first filed this review. Had to screen shot proof in 3 images. I can only upload one image. Uploaded the bottom half of the first message revealing Gregory Smith information. After sending the code to Gregory Smith the second message was sent from that numer requesting name, age, email, and address.

Targeted Person's Location

TX, USA- 76048

Scammer Information
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Philadelphia, PA

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Unknown Email

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(215) 240-7407

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Unknown URL

Scam Type

Sweepstakes/Lottery/Prizes

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Business name

Waves of Giving Foundation

Date Reported

September 15, 2025

Scam ID

1059068


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