Ways to Help | Dravet Syndrome Foundation

Thanks to the generosity of our supporters, the DSF is able to fund cutting-edge research that brings hope and the potential for change and improvement to individuals and families dealing with Dravet syndrome and related epilepsies. By offering research grants for syndrome-specific research with a novel approach, the DSF can move researchers and the medical community forward to find better treatments and a cure.

Donate – Partnership in HOPE

By donating to the DSF, you are helping our efforts to fund research for Dravet syndrome and related epilepsies, while providing support to affected individuals and families. Your donation in any amount helps us to Raise Hope Through Research. Please consider making a gift today!

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In-Kind Donor Recognition

Fundraising – Host a Private Event

By hosting a private fundraising event to benefit the DSF you can raise funds for research, while also increasing the public’s awareness of Dravet syndrome and related epilepsies. There are countless events that you can host from a dinner party, to a golf tournament, to donating proceeds from product sales.

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Annual Events

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Volunteer – In-kind Services Needed

Annual Report
Brochure Design & Production
PR Projects
CPA/Accounting
Social Media

Wish List

Gift Cards to the following stores for office expenses: Staples, Office Max, Wal-Mart, or Target
Visa or American Express gift cards for travel
Gift Cards to national restaurants and retailers for fundraising events
Postage Stamps
Airline miles for travel
Hotel points for travel

Other Ways to Help

We at the DSF understand that families & friends want to make a difference in the lives of children with Dravet syndrome and related epilepsies, but often our time and resources are limited. Below are additional ideas that make it easy for you to be a part of our fundraising team. Your support in any amount helps bring us closer to a cure!

Become a Fan on Facebook
Support Dravet Syndrome Foundation on Facebook and receive updates on upcoming events and research. You can also donate to the DSF through Causes.

DSF Facebook Page

DSF Causes Page

Monthly Giving
DSF’s monthly giving program is an affordable and convenient way to donate. To join DSF’s monthly giving program, please specify a monthly or quarterly amount on our online donation form, and DSF will automatically deduct the contribution from your credit or debit card. You will receive a monthly acknowledgement via email for your records. You can cancel at any time by notifying us by phone, mail or email.

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Corporate Matching Programs
Many companies offer matching gift programs through which they match the charitable contributions made by their employees. Corporate matching gifts can double or sometimes triple your contribution to DSF. Download our list of corporations that offer charitable gift matching or check with your Human Resources department. If your employer offers this benefit, your Human Resources department will be able to provide you with a matching gift form. Complete this form and mail it along with your donation to:

Dravet Syndrome Foundation
Corporate Matching Program
11 Nancy Drive
Monroe, CT 06468

We will verify receipt of your gift and return the form to your company, which will then issue a matching gift contribution to DSF. The DSF is registered as a tax-exempt public charity by the Internal Revenue Service under Section 501(c)(3). Our tax identification number is 27-0924627.

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Shop for a Cure

iGive.com is the first online shopping mall where a portion of each purchase is donated to your favorite cause. Established in 1997 for one purpose: to turn everyday online shopping into donations for worthy causes, at no cost to shoppers or the causes they support. The iGive.com Mall features over 750 top-notch online stores where up to 26% of each purchase is donated to your cause. Go to iGive.com and start shopping. Be sure to choose Dravet Syndrome Foundation as the recipient organization.

GoodSearch is the search engine with a unique social mission. They donate 50% of advertising revenue to the nonprofits and schools selected by its users. GoodSearch is powered by Yahoo, so you get the same great search results. Simply go to GoodSearch.com to start searching today. Be sure to choose Dravet Syndrome Foundation as the recipient organization.

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Online Auctions

You can directly support the DSF when you buy or sell on eBay, through eBay Giving Works

eBay Giving Works

Donate Auction Items
Wondering how you can support the DSF, without reaching into your wallet? From event tickets to one-of-a-kind vacations, we are always on the look-out for unique, alluring auction items to tempt our guests at our fundraisers. Do you own a vacation home/timeshare, or membership in a golf club or boat club that is the envy of all your friends? Do you have season tickets to major sporting events? Or perhaps you know someone who might be willing to provide an auction item to a great cause and receive some free publicity with our guests in return. The ideas are endless, but you alone might be the missing link to unique items, experiences and adventures! We ask that all donated auction items be new, unused, and with original packaging. And remember, the value of your item or service is fully tax-deductible.