symptoms of parkinsons disease : Giving to PDF

For almost 50 years the Parkinson's Disease Foundation (PDF) has been a leading national presence in Parkinson's disease research, patient education and public advocacy. PDF is working for the nearly one million people in the US living with Parkinson's by funding promising scientific research and supporting people with Parkinson's, their families and caregivers through educational programs and support services.

Since our founding in 1957, PDF has funded more than $50 million worth of scientific research in Parkinson's disease, supporting the work of leading scientists throughout the world. Your contribution will help us continue to fund this essential research to find a cure for Parkinson's disease.

With your generous gift, we can continue to fund groundbreaking research and bring quality services and materials to people who live with Parkinson's disease. Learn more about Parkinson's disease and the Parkinson's Disease Foundation.

We understand how important it is that your money is used in the most effective way. In 2004, 60 percent of our budget was dedicated to research, and almost 20 percent went to providing educational materials, information and services to the Parkinson's community. That means that only 20 percent of our total budget is used for management, general expenses and fundraising.

To make a difference in the fight against Parkinson's, make a donation online today or download a donation form to fax or mail your contribution to the Parkinson's Disease Foundation. You can also make your donation over the phone by calling us at (800) 457-6676. We accept Visa, MasterCard and American Express.

Checks may be mailed to:
Parkinson's Disease Foundation
1359 Broadway, Suite 1509
New York, New York 10018

For other ways to contribute, including bequests and planned gifts, stock gifts, memorial gifts, automobile donations and more, visit our section on Other Ways to Give. Here you will also find information on organizing a fundraiser to benefit PDF.

Thank you for your generosity!

The Parkinson's Disease Foundation is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. PDF is a public charity exempt from federal income tax; our Federal Employer Tax ID number is 13-1866796. You can request a copy of our latest financial information by writing to our office or by reviewing our recent 990 online. Our most recent financial statement is also available for downloading.

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