Overview
- The Foundation reported detecting fake profiles and fraudulent communications on social networks that impersonate the institution and Princess Leonor to request money.
- It emphasized that it operates no financial aid programs, project subsidies, lotteries or other monetary mechanisms aimed at private citizens.
- The statement clarified that Princess Leonor does not request, offer or manage financial contributions under any circumstance through the Foundation.
- Citizens who encounter these solicitations are urged to notify competent authorities and to rely on information published by the Foundation and the Royal Household.
- Media accounts note earlier cases involving TikTok impostors, manipulated videos and a 2025 incident in Valdesoto, with no current reports of arrests or confirmed victim numbers.