FUNDRAISING IMPACT

Your efforts help support the many programs and services provided by the National MS Society to people living with MS in our community, as well as fund critical MS research.

Putting your dollars to work

Below are examples of how the money you raise could be put to work to help people living with MS in our community.

$35 - could assist self-help groups in supporting people affected by MS.

$65 - could fund wellness programs, aimed at treating the mind, body and spirit.

$120 - could help pay for a physical therapy session to manage MS symptoms by enhancing strength and mobility.

$200 - could help fuel our cause to help influence change by engaging elected officials to make multiple sclerosis a priority.

$400 - could help fund a researcher working to end MS forever.

$1000 - could provide two consultations with an MS Navigator for nearly 30 people living with MS. You will also be welcomed as a member of the Society’s Golden Circle.
The Golden Circle honors those who have made a significant contribution to our mission to mobilize people and resources to drive research for a cure and to address the challenges of everyone affected by MS.

Utah-Southern Idaho Chapter 2013 Highlights

Donated almost $500,000 to research with our new NOW Research Campaign (No Opportunity Wasted), and focused on areas, such as Progressive MS, because right now, there are no therapies or treatments for this form of the disease

Provided 71 families with Financial Assistance and 35 people with Self-Improvement Grants to help them stay healthy and active

Awarded college scholarships to 11 graduating seniors who have MS, or whose parents have MS

Provided outreach and education on multiple sclerosis to more than 200 health care professionals within our Chapter’s area

Utilized over 10,000 volunteer hours to maximize our resources and spread MS awareness

Trained new leaders to start self-help groups. There are now 12 active groups in the Chapter. More than 150 new individuals - new to MS and/or the Society - were introduced to valuable information, programs and services provided by the Chapter and its community partners.

Raised over $2 million with our Bike MS and Walk MS event

We are proud to say that 84 cents of every dollar raised goes right back into programs, services and research to find a cure. We are also proud to be putting your fundraising dollars to good use and making a difference in the lives of people affected by MS!

Hosted national programs, like Free From Falls and MS Smart Moves as well as other teleconferences, webinars, and on-site programs.

And, accomplished all this throughout a chapter territory of 140,000 square miles!

Where your money goes

*Chart based on NMSS national statistics