There are many easy and fun ways to raise funds for the fight against desmoid tumors! These can range from word-of-mouth contacts to planning an event. Here are some ideas that may help you brainstorm for a fundraising activity that suits your interests.

Word of mouth mentions
We have been delighted and encouraged by the tremendous show of support that DTRF efforts have received from many quarters. Just word-of-mouth mentions of our foundation and its goals have brought in unsolicited donations. You can inspire donations from family, friends, and every-day contacts. Just refer to this website, DTRF.org, to give them the information they need to donate.

Encourage company donations
Please let your employer know about the DTRF. Encouraging your company to make a corporate donation to DTRF may be easier than you think.

Start a letter writting campaign
Write to people you know to raise money for desmoid tumor research. This could be done by email or regular mail.   Click here for ideas to include in your letter.

Hold an event:
Sporting activity through which you request sponsorships and contributions, such as:

Dinner event which could include live or silent auctions of donated items and services, appearances of local celebrities, corporate-sponsored tables, etc.

See what other people have been doing.
Click here for stories of successful fundraising. Send us your own fundraising experience and we will post it on our "stories of successful fundraising" page.

A search on Google.com for “fundraising ideas” can lead to millions of sites with ideas to help you get started, such as:

Seek local publicity.
Be sure to magnify your efforts in any fundraising by seeking publicity in local newspapers and publications. Draft up an article, include names and pictures of local participants, and you may be surprised at how easily you can be published.

Questions?
Contact:
Marlene Portnoy / Co-founder & COO    
marlene@dtrf.org