Fundraising

The ongoing efforts of supporters like you allow Physicians for Peace to send missions into the field, and continue our education and care programs around the globe. Joining a mission team is not the only way to help. Personal fundraising initiatives, and limb and eyeglass drives, are simple and caring ways to help those in need a world away. Here are suggestions for ways you can take action.

For help with getting started with any of the following fundraising efforts, contact our Special Events and Volunteer Programs Manager at sray@physiciansforpeace.org

On-line Fundraising

Most Physicians for Peace mission team members raise their own funds to cover the cost of travel and lodging. Whether you are raising money for a mission, or just want to get your family and friends involved in a cause you believe in, there are many web sites that allow you to raise money on-line for Physicians for Peace:

Firstgiving.com

Facebook Causes

Change.org

How do I start a fundraiser for Physicians for Peace

  • We are your resource to you as you plan your fundraising activities. Start by downloading the Fundraiser Kit. Remember, permission is required in order to use Physicians for Peace name and logo so contact us to help you get started.

What are some examples of successful fundraising events that I can hold?

  • Hold a benefit event with professional or local musicians.
  • Get your book club, sports club, civic club, any club to join in on a cause.
  • Get friends together for a walk-a-thon, fun run, bike-a-thon, dance-a-thon, or similar event, and ask family members and friends to contribute by the mile or hour.
  • Encourage friends and family to make a donation to Physicians for Peace in lieu of gifts for an occasion such as a wedding, anniversary or birthday.

 

How do I promote my event to the community?

  • Contact Sallie Ray - our outreach manager. We can provide step-by-step instructions to getting the word out about your event.
  • Physicians for Peace has posters and collateral to provide to you when appropriate. Just call and find out what materials we have to offer for distribution.
  • Definitately - FACEBOOK - BLOG - TWITTER your event!

 

Walking Free Blog

We have so many stories to share and news clippings to distribute. The collection drives keep our warehouse overflowing, with shipments coming in from drives held in cities from Boston to San Diego and dozens of locations in between, in addition to daily shipments from Hanger Orthopedics locations across the nation. The fundraisers are making the future missions a reality to help hundreds of individuals. Thank you Social Networkers for introducing Physicians for Peace to areas we have not reached and for raising the awareness of our work to others.