Easter Seals Disability Services

Make a Difference through a Gift to Easter Seals Wisconsin
Your contribution makes it possible for Easter Seals Wisconsin to offer services that help children and adults with disabilities achieve their goals and live more independent, satisfying lives.

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Donate Online - When you give to Easter Seals Wisconsin, your gift makes a difference!  You can donate through our secure site and help us create solutions that change lives. 

Easter Seals is a sound financial investment. Easter Seals Camp Wawbeek is also highly rated by the American Camping Association.

Join the Friends of Easter Seals - Easter Seals Wisconsin's premiere annual giving and recognition club. Friends of Easter Seals is comprised of caring individuals who make an annual commintment based on their belief that everyone with a disability or developmental special need deserves access to quality, comprehensive and compassionate programs and services.

Annual Campaign - During the two-month appeal, volunteer fund raisers solicit business associates, friends and family for donations to Easter Seals Wisconsin. The Easter Seals Wisconsin 2008 Annual Campaign is one of the agency’s main sources of operating revenue. The campaign encompasses the entire state's business community and raises funds for Easter Seals services statewide. We would like to thank all those who generously contributed to this year's campaign and also thank all the volunteer fund raisers who donated their time and resources to help us reach our goal. For more information or to make a gift please call Nance Roepke, 1-800-422-2324 ext. 117.

Goods and Services
Easter Seals Donation Center collects reusable clothing, furniture and household goods and uses the proceeds from their sale to provide services for children and adults with disabilities. This unique mission-based venture continues to be a vital funding source, enabling us to serve individuals with disabilities throughout the state. Visit the Donation Center's website to find out more, to schedule a pickup or find a convenient drop-off location near you.

Cartridges for Kids Program
Easter Seals accepts used inkjet or laser printer cartridges and wireless phones which can then be redeemed for cash. The cartridges and phones are recycled and later sold as refurbished. Currently 1600 Century 21 offices and 293 ESA chapters are part of this program for Easter Seals. Check with your Century 21 or just bring or mail your used cartridges to Easter Seals Wisconsin, 101 Nob Hill Rd, Suite 301, Madison, WI  53713.  Ask your co-workers, friends and family to help too!

Camp Needs List
Camp Wawbeek and Respite Camp are happy to accept donations of new or gently used items.  Your donations give us the ability to serve more children and adults with disabilities and will add more fun and enjoyment to time spent at camp.  View our needs list.

Participation or Sponsorship - One way to get involved is to participate in an Easter Seals event.  Whether you enjoy golfing, attending a dance, walking, snowmobiling, hopping (yes, hopping), or an evening out with fine food, there's something for everyone.  Visit our Events page often for updated informaton about available activities.

Gifts from Foundations and Trusts - Some donors choose to use a private foundation, trust, corporate foundation or community foundation fund to make a contribution.  Easter Seals provides opportunities for general support grants as well as grants targeted to specific areas of our service.  Contact Us to discuss foundation and trust giving opportunities.

Planned Giving - Planned giving involves integrating a donor's charitable gift into his or her overall financial, tax, and estate planning objectives so as to maximize benefits to both the donor and Easter Seals. Please Contact Us if you are exploring the opportunity to make a planned gift to Easter Seals and would like more information. Featured below is information on Charitable Bequests.

Charitable Bequests - When it’s time to begin planning your estate, you think about the people and organizations that have played a role in your life. Your support of Easter Seals Wisconsin during your lifetime shows your belief in our mission and your confidence that we will continue to provide unique programs and services for children and adults with disabilities in Wisconsin. By naming Easter Seals in a charitable bequest you can help provide for our future.

A charitable bequest is a provision in either your will or your living trust which provides that all or a portion of your estate is to pass to a charitable organization such as Easter Seals Wisconsin. Bequests can be stated in a number of ways:

> You may deliver a specific dollar amount, asset, or percentage of your estate
> You can give all or a percentage of the balance remaining in your estate after expenses, taxes, and the specific bequests have been paid.
> Your bequest can be payable if the initial beneficiary is unable to inherit it
> Bequests are not payable until death, so it does not affect your assets or cash flow during your lifetime.
> Bequests are  private your will is not filed or made public until your death.
> Bequests are  revocable you can change the provisions in your will or trust at any time until death.
> Bequests will likely reduce your tax liability if your estate is subject to estate taxes.
> Bequests made with tax-qualified assets (IRA, 401K, Keogh plans) may eliminate some income tax to     your heirs.
 If made through your living trust, probate will likely be eliminated.

Your bequest can create a non-endowed fund or an endowed fund. A non-endowed fund can be established for any amount and is spent until it is depleted. An endowed fund exists in perpetuity, with only the earnings spent for the purpose specified.  Your bequest can support a particular program or a particular use, such as camperships. Unrestricted bequests provide the greatest flexibility, enabling Easter Seals to direct the funds where they are most needed.

Please Note: Laws dealing with estates are subject to change. Please consult your legal and tax advisors before making any material decisions based on this information.

Tributes and Memorials - Honor someone special while ensuring the continuance of vital programs and services that many people in our communities need.  Memorials, birthdays, anniversaries, weddings...any occasion can be an opportunity to show you care. These gifts are put in the Easter Seals Endowment Fund and the interests earned will continue to provide vital services forever.

To make a tribute to someone, send your check made out to Easter Seals Wisconsin, 101 Nob Hill Rd, Suite 301, Madison, WI  53713, and indicate in the memo section or in an attached note, the occasion and the individual you wish to honor. The person honored or their family will receive a card recognizing your gift. For questions, call 1-800-422-2324, ext 115.  View recent honorees.

Matching Gifts - Many companies offer matching gift programs to encourage employees to contribute to charitable organizations -- sometimes matching 100, 200, even 300 percent of your contribution!  If your employer offers a matching gift program, remember to follow your organizations matching gift process.

Questions? Contact Us 

Make a Difference Today!
Give on the Web, by Phone, or Mail - to give a gift by phone call, 1-800-422-2324.
To give by mail send your contribution to:

Easter Seals Wisconsin
101 Nob Hill Road, Suite 301
Madison, WI 53713

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