05/21/2026
I can’t even believe I’m having to type this.
My name is Scarlett, and I’m the person behind all of the social media posts you see from Figgy Farm. I write every caption, edit every video, and share every story from the sanctuary with all of you.
Over the past year, Figgy Farm’s social media has grown more than I ever could have imagined. While that growth has brought so much good: community, support, friendships, and opportunities for our residents, it has also unfortunately put us on the radar of scammers.
Twice in the past few weeks, multiple people have alerted me to scams and stolen content involving Figgy Farm. This is all happening on Facebook, and despite reporting these accounts and posts, every report I’ve filed so far has been denied by Meta for “not violating community standards.”
I’ve spent hours trying to lock down our accounts as best as I can: deleting and blocking suspicious comments, adding banned words, restricting comments on older posts, and monitoring activity more closely. But now I’m dealing with a page that has been reposting many of my old videos as their own content.
I honestly don’t know what this person’s goal is. Views? Monetization? Fake fundraising? Stolen donations? But to be frank, I’m worried. I’ve seen firsthand the damage scammers can do to nonprofits, and it’s heartbreaking to think about someone trying to exploit the sanctuary and the community we’ve worked so hard to build.
Unfortunately, because simple reporting hasn’t worked, I now have to begin filing detailed copyright claims manually. That means gathering screenshots, documenting stolen posts, and going back through years of content to prove ownership and original posting dates. I also need to begin watermarking future content and investigating whether fake donation pages or accounts exist elsewhere.
It’s exhausting and incredibly frustrating because every hour spent dealing with this is time taken away from the animals and the hands-on sanctuary work that actually matters. All I’ve ever wanted to do is provide a safe, loving home for animals who were neglected, abandoned, and abused. It’s hard to understand why anyone would target animal rescue organizations, but unfortunately, scams like this are becoming more and more common.
So please, PLEASE be cautious.
If you’d like to donate to Figgy Farm, please make sure you are donating through our official links only. Our verified donation platforms are linked through our Instagram bio and our website.
• Our official Venmo is: @ eatfigsnotpigs
• PayPal donations should only be made through links directly connected to our official pages
• Our Givebutter is verified with our nonprofit status
• You are always welcome to contact me directly if you want to verify a donation link before donating
You can also send checks directly to the sanctuary, just message or email me for our mailing address. I am always happy to help confirm that a donation method is legitimate before you contribute.
If you ever come across stolen Figgy Farm content, fake donation pages, suspicious accounts, or reposted videos, please do not engage with them. Don’t comment, argue, or share the content. Instead, report the page/post/account directly and send the information to me so I can document it and take the proper steps to have it removed.
I truly appreciate everyone who has already reached out to alert me about these scams. Your vigilance helps protect not only Figgy Farm, but also the animals who rely on this sanctuary and the supporters who generously donate to help them.
Most importantly, please don’t let this deter you from supporting the sanctuary. Figgy Farm exists because of this community. Every donation, every share, every comment, and every ounce of support helps us continue providing high-quality care for our residents.
I’ve poured my entire heart and soul into building this sanctuary and creating a safe place for animals who deserved better. It’s deeply upsetting that anyone would try to exploit that kindness for personal gain.
Thank you all for continuing to support and protect Figgy Farm alongside me. 🤍
