Summary
Fred Baligonza runs an Instagram account using pirated videos to solicit PayPal donations under the name 'Paws Rescue' and 'Rescue All Paws.' Here's what we found.
What They Claim
Fred Baligonza operates an Instagram account at @fredbaligonza, posting animal rescue content and directing followers to donate via PayPal. The account launched in January 2026.
What the IRS Says
Fred Baligonza makes no explicit nonprofit claim, but solicits donations without any verifiable charitable standing. There is no record of any associated organization in the IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search.
Red Flags
- The account uses pirated videos – content taken from legitimate rescue organizations and reposted as original.
- The PayPal donation account cycles between two names: ‘Paws Rescue’ and ‘Rescue All Paws’ – neither of which matches the account name or corresponds to any IRS-registered organization.
- The account launched in January 2026, making it a very new operation.
Payment Methods
PayPal: paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=UK3P9KHUTGFHJ – listed under ‘Paws Rescue’ / ‘Rescue All Paws’
Investigation Details
- Platform: Instagram
- Handle: @fredbaligonza
- Followers: 4,100+
- Claims Nonprofit: No
- IRS Listed: No
- Account Started: January 2026
- Date Investigated: May 2026
What to Do
Report the account to Instagram by tapping the three dots on the profile and selecting ‘Report.’ File a complaint with the FTC at reportfraud.ftc.gov. If you’ve donated, contact your bank or credit card company about a chargeback.
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- Send us the details through the Ask Grammy contact page.
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[ABOUT THIS INVESTIGATION: This post is based on research conducted by AskGrammy.com in June 2026. This post is for consumer education purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.]