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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 - assists self-help groups in supporting people affected by MS.

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

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

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

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

$1,000 - provides 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.

Local Fundraising Impact

In 2013 alone, the Maryland Chapter spent $312,149 in direct financial assistance and leveraged over $35,000 in additional funding from other organizations to help meet the needs of people affected by MS.

Last year, we provided assistance to approximately 150 individuals and families. We provide assistance in the following areas:

  • - Emergency financial assistance
  • - Respite
  • - Durable Medical Equipment
  • - Medical Transportation
  • - Accessibility Modifications
  • - Home health care
  • - College scholarships
  • - Health and Wellness

Additional facts about the impact of MS on people living with it in Maryland:

  • - Annual cost of MS drugs: $30,000
  • - 20 – 30% of that cost is often not covered by insurance each month
  • - 10,000 Marylanders living with MS
  • - Approximately 77% of every dollar raised goes toward funding the mission.
  • - Because of dedicated volunteer support, it costs the Society less than 17 cents to raise a dollar.

Where your money goes

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