Do-It-Yourself (DIY) Fundraising
Explore ways to make an impact and start your own DIY fundraiser today. From wellness gatherings to athletic tournaments to concerts, the possibilities are endless.
Choose Your Own Way to Support JED
At JED we know that fundraising is important 365 days a year which is why you can create your own fundraiser any time you want. By hosting your own DIY fundraiser, this is a great way to engage with and support our mission. There are lots of ways that you can get started.
Host a Fundraiser
Choose your own way to fundraise for JED. Whether you host your own event, fundraise for your birthday, or run a marathon, the possibilities are endless.
Make It Your Own: Fundraising Ideas
I know plenty of young friends, family, and others, including myself, who have in the past or are currently struggling with their mental health and suicidal ideation. When I first learned about JED, I was amazed by all of the free resources available to those who may need them. It inspired my brothers and me, as well as my brothers of the Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity at Purdue, to put our philanthropic efforts toward supporting JED and raising awareness for the services available to all students.
We choose JED because of its focus on strengthening systems, culture, and programs at schools to provide direct change into students' lives. Because the Walk-A-Thon was in memory of my friend William Tyler Godfrey, who was a student at USC, I looked for a foundation that prioritized people his age.
Fundraise on Social Media or with LiveStream
Fundraising on social media is a great way to tell your story to a broad audience, engaging them in a fun, interactive way. Inspire your followers to support your cause by sharing compelling content that sparks meaningful connections and drives action.
Start a Fundraiser on Facebook
Post a Donate Sticker on Instagram
Add a Donate Sticker on TikTok Videos
Fundraise as you Livestream on Twitch
Inspire Your Community to Give on YouTube
The Difference You’re Making
Your donation to JED is hard at work, protecting teens and young adults by equipping them with life skills, strengthening their campuses, and rallying their communities.
Your support is changing — and saving — lives. In our 10-year impact report, data shows that students at JED Campus schools were:
- 25% less likely to attempt suicide
- 13% less likely to make a suicide plan
- 10% less likely to experience suicidal ideation
See the nationwide reach for yourself below.
You Deserve to Give Confidently
We take stewardship of your gift very seriously. JED meets all 20 standards of the Better Business Bureau’s Wise Giving Alliance. Additionally, JED has received a 4-star rating from Charity Navigator for six consecutive years. JED is also a Platinum-level participant with GuideStar, demonstrating our commitment to transparency.
JED is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization which exists to protect emotional health and prevent suicide among young adults.
Federal Tax ID Number: 13-4131139
Combined Federal Campaign (CFC) Number: 11531
For additional documentation, please see our financials and 501(c)(3) letter.
If you have any questions or require assistance, please contact us at development@jedfoundation.org.