Nurses are at the heart of every birth—and every stage of care before and after. Through the AWHONN Foundation, your support fuels the education, leadership, and research that equip nurses to deliver safe, evidence-based care for women, newborns, and families. The AWHONN Foundation empowers nurses to improve the health of women, newborns, and families.
AWHONN Section Challenge Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is AWHONN’s Federal Tax ID Number?
A: EIN 52-1788738
Q: Is AWHONN a non-profit organization?
A: Yes – AWHONN is a 501 (c )(3) organization.
Q: Are donations tax-deductible, and will I receive a receipt?
A: Yes – most donations to AWHONN are tax-deductible and the donor will be sent a receipt. In the cases where an individual mails a personal check comprised of funds raised through an activity or fundraiser, the individual will receive a thank you note in lieu of a tax-receipt as these donations are not eligible for tax-deductibility.
Q: Can I organize a raffle or an auction to support the Challenge?
A: Regulations governing raffles and auctions differ from state to state. Please check with your State Attorney General’s office for your state regulations.
Q: When is a good time to fundraise?
A: You can fundraise at any time of year but you may wish to plan your calendar around these special dates: Year- end (Giving Tuesday through December 31st), Nurse’s Week, Mother’s Day, AWHONN Annual Convention, a special anniversary for your Section or AWHONN.
Phone: 202-261-2437
Email: giving@awhonn.org
