Help us make a difference
Your support makes it possible for us to create and maintain the resources we need to help people fight to overcome the challenges that come with living with epilepsy, and to advance therapies to stop seizures, research cures, and save lives.
100% of your donation made through this site stays in Connecticut and is tax deductible. Your tax deductible donation will help support the programs and services provided by the Epilepsy Foundation of Connecticut.
How your donation helps:
- $25 – Assist 1 person in obtaining crucial information about our community services.
- $50 – Assist 2 people in obtaining crucial information about our community services.
- $100 – Facilitate 1 support group.
- $250 – Provide 1 seizure and epilepsy awareness education program.
- $500 – Provide 1 eight-week wellness program.
- $1,000 – Support 3 newly diagnosed families living with epilepsy.
- $2,000 – Provide a week-long overnight summer camp experience for 1 child or teen with epilepsy.
Every little bit counts
Ways to Donate
Below are the many different ways to make a donation to the Epilepsy Foundation of Connecticut. Please don’t hesitate to contact us if you have questions about any of these donation options by calling (860) 346-1924 or email us at info@epilepsyct.com.
Monetary Donations
- Annual Appeal
- In Memory of a Loved One
- Planned Giving
- Life Income Gifts
- Legal Will & Legacy Gifts
Workplace Giving
Many companies have workplace giving campaigns where a portion of your paycheck can be deducted in support of a charitable cause. Ask your HR department if your company has a workplace giving campaign and select the Epilepsy Foundation of Connecticut.
Matching Gifts
Many corporations also have matching gift programs and will match your donation to accredited charitable organizations such as the Epilepsy Foundation of Connecticut. It’s an easy way to double or even triple the impact of your personal contribution to find a cure and overcome the challenges created by epilepsy. Ask your employer if they participate in a matching gift program and complete the necessary paperwork to have your gift matched.
Do It Yourself Events (DIY)
Ever think about holding a bake sale? Car wash? Company dress down day? These are just some of the many DIY events that people have done for us over the years. There are so many different types of fundraisers you can organize to support people with epilepsy! We will send you guidelines and help with promotions so your event can be a success. If you are interested in holding a DIY Fundraiser, please reach out to Elizabeth Styblo at elizabeth@epilepsyct.com or 860-346-1924.
Gifts of Stock
Do you own stock or mutual fund shares that have increased in value? Giving appreciated assets is one of the most tax-efficient ways to make charitable donations.
Planned Giving
Make an Impact! A bequest from a will or a living trust lets you make a gift of any size to the Epilepsy Foundation of Connecticut. When making an estate gift, you allow us to invest in new endeavors to support those living with epilepsy and help to ensure the Foundation is here for decades to come. By doing so you are able to receive a current income tax deduction and reduce your potential estate taxes in the future.