In this update, we’d like to share with you some updates about our fundraising efforts. We’re also sharing the blog we posted in celebration of the Graves’ Disease Awareness month as well as the tips we shared to members on how to help friends living with Addison’s Disease. Plus, a note from one of our supporters!
1. July is Graves’ Disease Awareness Month
In this blog, we hope to raise awareness about Graves’ disease so that more people could be diagnosed earlier and receive appropriate treatment.
2. 4 Things to know to help a friend living with Addison’s Disease
Living with Addison’s Disease can have a huge impact on a person’s life. Having friends who care can definitely help. Check out what we shared on this blog.
3. Ben’s Friends fundraising
With the help of Jacalyn, our new development officer, we’ve started to beef up our fundraising efforts. These include maximizing our social media accounts and our main Web site, BensFriends.org, to raise funds all year round instead of only during the holiday season as we previously do. We have also encouraged our supporters to subscribe to our newsletter and be informed about rare diseases and chronic conditions as well as opportunities to get involved. This past month, we also raised awareness of matching company funds available at many US companies to their employees who donate to nonprofit organizations.
4. Why we do, what we do. A recent note from a supporter…
“I think the work Ben’s Friends is doing impacts people and communities in significant ways. I love that it’s accessible to many and connects in ways no other community does. Keep up the great work, would love to see more growth and perhaps a mobile app in the future.” -L.L.