Fundraising

You Can Make a Difference

You have the power to make a difference for families affected by Rett syndrome. By fundraising for IRSF, you can bring much-needed attention to support, advocacy, and research initiatives that improve lives.

From starting an online fundraising campaign to hosting your own event, there are many ways to raise awareness and drive support for Rett families. We offer easy-to-use tools and hands-on support to empower you to share your story and bring your community together for a cause that matters. Choose a way to fundraise from the options below or contact us to help you get started.

Getting started

Why Fundraising is Important

Every dollar you raise brings hope to families affected by Rett syndrome. When you fundraise, your contribution combines with others, amplifying its impact and making every dollar count even more. Money donated to IRSF helps to improve lives and create a brighter future for all by:

Driving Research Forward

Fund critical studies to better understand Rett syndrome and develop new treatments.

Supporting Families

Provide vital resources and guidance to families navigating life with Rett syndrome.

Advocating for Change

Support efforts to secure research funding and ensure families have affordable access to life-changing treatments.

Accelerating Therapeutic Development

Help bring promising treatments through the development pipeline faster.

Enhancing Quality of Life

Support programs and initiatives that improve daily living for individuals with Rett syndrome.

Inspiring Hope

Connect the Rett syndrome community to ensure every family knows they are not alone in their journey.

How it works

Start a Fundraiser

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Create a Personal Fundraising Campaign

With our easy-to-use platform, you have everything you need to get your personal page up and running in minutes! Use your campaign to share your story with your community, raise awareness, and invite family and friends to join you in funding life-changing research and support.

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Harness the Power of Social Media

Have a birthday, anniversary, or special event coming up? Why not forgo gifts this year and raise money for IRSF? Facebook & Instagram make it easy to set up a fundraising campaign to help create a world without Rett.

Host an Event

In-person events are a great way to raise both awareness and funds and bring your community together. From dinner parties and galas to crafting events and BBQs, we can provide you with various levels of tools and support to make your event successful and fun.

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Strollathon

Start a Strollathon Near You

For 20 years, IRSF Strollathons have been held all across the country, raising nearly $17M to advance IRSF’s mission. Interested in hosting a Strollathon in your community? Get in touch today.

Getting started

Fundraising Tips

Personalize Your Fundraising Page

Share photos and stories that show how you are involved and why Rett syndrome matters to you.

Set a Fundraising Goal

Rally your community around an attainable dollar amount. Start by asking friends, relatives, co-workers, and neighbors to support you.

Be Social!

Use social media to share your journey and ask for donations. Share your fundraising campaign on your social channels right from our website!

Personalize Your Ask

Some supporters might prefer an email. Others might love to receive a handwritten note. Tailor the message for a greater impact.

Keep it Short & Sweet

When asking for donations, keep your message brief. Later, tell donors about your progress. Regular updates remind them of your efforts and encourage more donations.

Say Thank You

No matter the size of the contribution, a heartfelt thank you goes a long way.

Don’t know where to start? 

We can help you brainstorm ways to make the biggest impact. Contact our events team today!