Dyslexia Center of Austin target of fraudulent check scam

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- The Dyslexia Center of Austin (DCA) recently received a massive check from a donor, but the apparent act of charity was actually a cautionary tale.

"This is such a sophisticated scheme. And they are targeting non-profits," said Kelly O'Mullan, DCA executive director.

The check seemed legitimate enough -- it was for $95,000, and came from a supposed donor out of New York state.

'We were blown away'

"We were blown away by the cashier's check," O'Mullan said.