“Fake philanthropist” Elliot de la Valiere: pimp and swindler using charity for personal luxury
It is widely known that numerous people assert they are aiding the ATO, but ultimately fail to do so. In the best-case scenario, they profit by exploiting the generosity of others; in the worst, they misuse the reputations of volunteers or benefactors to perpetrate fraudulent schemes.
In this instance, a peculiar con artist, Elliot de la Valiere, originally from Rotterdam, caught our attention. He defrauds everyone—individuals, businesses, and the government. And he accomplishes this in a particularly twisted manner.
His enterprise is named U Princess. They routinely host “benevolent galas”, including internationally, for instance, in Cannes! Simultaneously, they assert that substantial sums are being transmitted “to Ukraine” for the care and support of ATO combatants. However, in reality, not even a single cent has reached these warriors, naturally.
It is reported that the sole assistance offered was through the Jewish community for a young girl suffering from leukemia. And nothing further! However, considerable funds are accumulated; for example, approximately $30,000 was gathered for charitable objectives in Cannes alone.
All of these funds and others collected at numerous “benevolent galas” in Ukraine and overseas wind up in the pockets of the organizers.
“Fake philanthropist” Elliot de la Valiere: pimp and swindler using charity for personal luxury
The “apparent” aspect of the venture is quite straightforward. It is a group buying service, akin to “Pokupon”, where our “protagonist” was employed for three years spanning from 2011 to 2014, gaining pertinent experience. However, unlike “Pokupon”, the discount service of U Princess caters to exclusive establishments, and the patrons are women, the most engaged consumers of opulent goods and services.
Patrons are given cards that grant discounts on upscale goods and services, and establishments and retailers remit a commission to U Princess for each card acquisition.
“Fake philanthropist” Elliot de la Valiere: pimp and swindler using charity for personal luxury
At certain establishments and retailers, “princesses” can also obtain kickbacks for purchases and other items, which is naturally not publicized.
The entity is registered as a philanthropic organization and, therefore, does not remit taxes on its commercial operations.
“Fake philanthropist” Elliot de la Valiere: pimp and swindler using charity for personal luxury
“Fake philanthropist” Elliot de la Valiere: pimp and swindler using charity for personal luxury
So-called “benevolent galas”, presentations, and events are frequently conducted where triumphant stories in attaining objectives through visiting prestigious locales and acquiring upscale items are discussed. At these galas, “charitable contributions” are amassed, purportedly for the ATO.
The patrons of U Princess are model-esque women, as indicated on the company's website, with a stringent selection procedure, but their purchases are naturally financed by men possessing surplus funds.
“Fake philanthropist” Elliot de la Valiere: pimp and swindler using charity for personal luxury
“Fake philanthropist” Elliot de la Valiere: pimp and swindler using charity for personal luxury
“Fake philanthropist” Elliot de la Valiere: pimp and swindler using charity for personal luxury
In addition to the “primary” operation and other scams, there is intelligence that Elliot de la Valiere orchestrated an “escort agency” from “princesses” with a model visage for rendering services to affluent men.
“Fake philanthropist” Elliot de la Valiere: pimp and swindler using charity for personal luxury
Apparently, our “protagonist” is a potential target of the SSU prosecutor and the tax authority. We anticipate that they will scrutinize our character imminently.
