California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation

Even in this increasingly digital world, mail scams are still prevalent. Do you know what to look for? Our Protect Yourself from Mail Scams Webinar on March 5 will show you how to identify and report these schemes. Plus, hear from a special guest speaker from the U.S. Postal Inspection Service. Don’t miss it! https://hubs.li/Q038HRk-0.

Are you a caregiver looking for resources? Join us this Saturday, March 1 at the Celebrating the Caregiver Conference in Fresno. Breakfast and lunch will be provided. This free educational forum is open to caregivers, family, friends, and healthcare professionals. Learn more about hands on caregiving-approaches, get information on wills and trust, and discover a pathway to hope and healing. Community experts will share how to make the most of medical appointments and the things to look out for to avoid scams. Register now: https://hubs.li/Q038DSXy0 Peoples Church Fresno

Calling all college students! We invite you to join us at the California State University-Sacramento Spring All Majors Career Fair this upcoming Monday. Explore our available job opportunities for students and recent graduates. Learn more about the state’s application and hiring process. We look forward to meeting you! 🏫 All Majors Career Fair 🗓️ March 3, 10:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. PST 📍 Main Career Center, 6000 J Street, Sacramento Register: https://hubs.li/Q038qhj00. View current openings: https://hubs.li/Q038qlGg0. #DFPI #Work4CA

Join us in-person or online tomorrow for a free Senior Fraud Awareness Class hosted by Valley Caregiver Resource Center. Special guest speakers from the Fresno-Madera Senior Medicare Patrol and the DFPI will share insights about the Senior Medicare Patrol Program, current Medicare fraud trends, telephone scams, identity theft, and more. Get invaluable tips on fraud prevention and protection. Register now: https://hubs.li/Q0383W4v0

Looking for a rewarding career? Visit our booth at upcoming career fairs across the state to learn more about the DFPI and our opportunities available to you. We’re excited about meeting you. Register for a career fair near you! • Feb. 26 - Business Career Fair at Chico State University: https://hubs.li/Q037Rg3W0 • March 3 - Spring 2025 All Majors Career Fair at Sacramento State University: https://hubs.li/Q037RhNx0 • March 6 - Spring 2025 Business Career Expo at Cal State Fullerton: https://hubs.li/Q037Rk0V0 • March 13 - Spring 2025 Fowler College of Business Career Fair at San Diego State University: https://hubs.li/Q037RjZ90 • April 16 - Spring Career Fair at UC Davis: https://hubs.li/Q037RdxX0 #DFPI #Work4CA

Another CalMoneySmart award announcement! East Bay Asian Local Development Corporation (EBALDC) received a $160,000 grant last month. This partnership provides vital financial support and resources for underserved communities in the Oakland area. This event was joined by California State Assemblymember Mia Bonta, California State Senator Assemblymember Jesse Arreguin, key leaders from the DFPI—Elizabeth Smith, Deputy Commissioner of Public Affairs, DFPI, Julie Michaelson, MPA, Grants Manager—and leaders of EBALDC, including Janelle Chan, CEO and Ener Chiu, Executive Vice President of Community Building. We look forward to making a meaningful impact in Oakland’s communities!

Last month, we awarded Self-Help for the Elderly a $320,000 CalMoneySmart Grant. The grant will support financial education and counseling for Chinese-speaking seniors in San Francisco. FBI Assistant Special Agent in Charge Agustin Lopez provided an overview of fraud and scams targeting seniors in the community. Community members shared testimonies and challenges. The event was joined by the Office of California State Assemblymember Matt Haney, along with the DFPI grants team: Elizabeth Smith, Deputy Commissioner of Public Affairs; Julie Michaelson, MPA, Grants Manager, and key members from Self-Help for the Elderly, including Anni Chung, CEO and President. We are thrilled for this partnership and look forward to enhancing the financial wellness of seniors!

Today, we're announcing that Californians who deposited money or crypto with GSPartners are now eligible for a refund, thanks to DFPI. This settlement is an enormous victory for consumers who may have invested in unqualified securities via its multi-level marketing (MLM) platform. If you or someone you know has put funds into GSPartners, there’s now a limited opportunity to reclaim your funds. Clients have 90 days to submit a claim, from Feb. 21, 2025, to May 22, 2025. To submit a claim, visit gsbsettlement.com. For more information, go to https://hubs.ly/Q037BVQt0.

We’ve extended our deadline! Submit your application by Friday, Feb. 28 to join our Debt Collection Advisory Committee. As part of this group, you’ll play a key role in shaping policies on consumer protection and debt collection. Apply today: https://hubs.li/Q037r1810.

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