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Get informed about current areas of fraud and misconduct the IRS Whistleblower Office is monitoring. 

Areas of fraud and misconduct

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Misuse of federal funds and grants

The IRS is seeking information from the public regarding the misuse, diversion or fraudulent use of federal funds and grants by tax-exempt organizations, individuals, and businesses. Your information may help protect taxpayer dollars and ensure that federal funds are used for their intended purpose.

• False statements or misrepresentations in grant applications.
• Misuse of federal funds and grants including the diversion of funds for personal use.
• Self-dealing or undisclosed conflicts of interest.
• Improper payments to insiders, officers, or related parties.
• Failure to perform required services or deliver promised outcomes.
• Falsified reporting to federal agencies.
• Misclassification of activities to maintain tax-exempt status.
• Any other tax-exempt organization misconduct such as tax fraud, money laundering, or operating for non-exempt purposes.
• Other criminal or suspicious behavior.

Report to us

If you have information about suspected fraud or misconduct, report it to us. You may be eligible for a monetary award if we use your information.

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