This is a scam supposedly giving away $9000 grant from the US government.  of course you have to send them $200 first.

Very smooth and convincing.  Said it was a one time U.S. Government giveaway because I pay my taxes and bills on time and no criminal record.  When I asked why they contact me on the phone and not by mail I had to contact his supervisor at this # 360-347-1808. Little far fetched that the government will award me,for something we all should do!

Why did I get this call and is it a scam?

Got a call from us dept of grants. Wonted me to go to western union and send 200 dollars that he said i would get back to register to get a 9000 dollar grant of us government. They knew my name and address. Scam.

They have a new scam now. Someone calls and states that you have just been awarded a Loyal Citizens grant of $9000. This is a once in a lifetime grant free and clear for being a good citizen, paying your taxes on time and not being in trouble with the law. Hahaha. I have 5 traffic warrants, but anyway. Then this person gives you a confirmation # and then tells you to call this number (360)347-1808. You get this guy who does not speak English very well, and he asks for your confirmation # mine is GG11042. Now mind I shouldn't give this to you because then you can steal my good citizens grant, lol. Sorry, but after being ripped off by a phony Capital One these guys are real lousy. He asks do you know why you were picked for the grant. I said sure, no trouble with the law and paying my taxes on time. Trying not to choke on my laughter. I said what's the catch, the guy guy starts choking and put me on hold. Then came back, I ask, tongue in cheek, are you ok? I ask again, so what do I have to do to get this grant that BTW, is sent to you either by Moneygram or Western Union. He said well there is a registration fee. I said what company did you say you are with, he said not a company, but federal gov. I said ok, what branch or office . His answer, U.S. Finance and Treasury. I said ok, what is your full name and the mailing address, he starts saying something like lordy, lordy, lordy. I said I'm sorry what's your mailing address. He hung up on me. I tried calling back, I wanted to mess with him, he wouldn't answer the phone after that. So beware, New scam same great group and make note of the other number I put in here. Watch out for Mr. Thomas of the phony Capitol One Bank as well. Have a great day. Beverly