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You Can Make A Difference

Your voice, your story, and your passion have the power to create meaningful change for families affected by 16p11.2. By fundraising for the 16p11.2 Genetic Foundation, you help bring essential attention, resources, and support to the advocacy and research efforts that improve lives.

Whether you start an online campaign, host an in‑person event, or rally your community around a cause close to your heart, every fundraiser helps move our mission forward. We offer simple tools, helpful resources, and personal support to make fundraising easy, empowering, and impactful.

Choose a fundraising option below—or reach out and let us help you get started.

Social Media Fundraising

Have a birthday, anniversary, or special event coming up? Instead of gifts, consider asking friends and family to donate in honor of your milestone.

Both Facebook & Instagram make it simple to create a fundraiser and share your story with your community.

These platforms allow you to reach people quickly, spread awareness, and inspire meaningful support with just a few clicks.

Fundraising Tips

Set yourself up for success with these simple strategies:

  • Personalize It – Share your story, photos, and connection to 16p11.2. Authenticity inspires action.
  • Set a Goal – Choose a meaningful, attainable fundraising target to rally supporters.
  • Be Social – Post updates, share your fundraising link, and invite your community to get involved.
  • Customize Your Ask – Some people respond best to email, others to a message or handwritten note—tailor your outreach for effective impact.
  • Keep It Short & Sweet – Make your requests brief and follow up with progress updates to keep donors engaged.
  • Say Thank You – Every contribution matters. Send a heartfelt thank‑you to show your appreciation.

Want to Help But Not Sure Where to Start?

Your time, energy, and talents are just as valuable as donations. If fundraising isn’t the right fit, we’d love to connect you with volunteer opportunities that match your strengths and interests.

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