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Ways to Give

Fundraise for Children's Mental Health

Create a personal fundraiser to support the Child Mind Institute. Whether you’re celebrating a milestone or hosting an event, every dollar raised helps bring care and resources to families in need.

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Create Your Fundraiser

Peer-to-peer fundraising helps expand access to mental health care, resources, and support for children and families. Your fundraiser directly supports:

Mental health care for children and young adults
Free resources and support in underserved communities
Research advancing diagnosis and treatment

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Fundraising Toolkit

Use our downloadable toolkit to help make your fundraiser a success:

Sample email language
Social media templates
Fundraising page examples
Tips for reaching your goal

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Fundraising Tips

Customize Your Page

Share why the Child Mind Institute’s mission matters to you.

Share the Fundraiser

Share your fundraiser link through email, social media, or text.

Give Progress Updates

Keep supporters informed about your progress and fundraising goal.

Thank Your Supporters

Track gifts and send thank-you messages through the donor portal.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I view donations to my fundraiser?

You can access donation details — including amount, donor name, and contact information—through the Fundraise Up donor portal. The portal also allows you to track progress toward your goal and update your page as needed.

Can I fundraise as part of a group or team?

Yes. You can add multiple administrators or team members through the donor portal.

Are there materials available to help promote my fundraiser?

Yes. Please refer to the Fundraising Toolkit above for templates, sample language, and logos.

Is my donation tax-deductible?

Yes. The Child Mind Institute is a tax-exempt organization under Section 501(c)(3) (Tax ID: 80-0478843).

Will donors receive receipts?

Yes. Donors who give online through your fundraising page will receive an automatic email receipt, and donors who give by check will receive an acknowledgment by mail.

Where can donors send a check?

Child Mind Institute
ATTN: Development
215 East 50th Street
New York, NY 10022

Can I designate my fundraiser to a specific program?

All fundraiser donations support the Child Mind Institute’s general mission, allowing for the greatest flexibility and impact across programs. Please contact us at [email protected] if you have questions about supporting a specific initiative.

Need Help Getting Started?

If you have questions or need support setting up or managing your fundraiser, we’re here to help. Send us a message at [email protected] and a member of our team will get back to you as soon as possible.