Money and Fundraising

We’re being asked for a W9 or Tax ID form from someone looking to donate to our goal.

Active Minds is a national 501c3 organization, which means that we are a tax- exempt nonprofit recognized by the federal government. Our W9 is the document that most organizations or businesses need in order to make tax-deductible donations. Since the Tax ID number contained on the W9 is associated with the Active Minds National Office,…

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We need an invoice or some other documentation to help us with our fundraising.

No problem! Email us at chapters@activeminds.org with the following information and we’ll write an invoice for you. Please provide the following information: The name of the person issuing the check The office the check will be issued from (ie. Accounts Payable) Mailing Address of the person or your school Email address of the person issuing…

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Where can we get ideas for fundraisers?

We’re here with you every step of the way, with ideas, resources, and one-on-one conversations to help you set and reach your fundraising goals. Download the Chapter Foundations Workbook to get started and check the “Chapter Fundraising” tag on our blog for chapter fundraising ideas. We also have a channel in the student leader Slack…

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How can we submit money we’ve fundraised or how can someone donate directly to our chapter goal?

The easiest way to submit funds to the national office is by using the online chapters donation form. Find your chapter on the list here and click the “Donate” button. Your chapter’s name should automatically populate into the chapter selection dropdown. You can also share this link on social media or via email to encourage…

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What cool bonuses are there when we hit our fundraising goals?

Every dollar truly makes a difference and we want to thank you for meeting different fundraising goals! See the full list of incentives and fundraising levels on the Chapter Foundations Checklist but know that starting at just $250 raised during the academic year opens you up to getting stickers, buttons, pocket guides, and give away…

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Why is it important for chapters to raise money for the Active Minds National Movement?

Fundraising is an essential part of advocacy. Fundraising for the Active Minds national movement brings chapters to more campuses and provides resources and technical assistance that empowers students all over the country to change the conversation about mental health. In 2018, new chapters were launched at 85 high schools, colleges, and universities, and chapter fundraising…

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