Ways to Give | Foundation for Physical Therapy Research

When you give to the Foundation for Physical Therapy Research, you’re investing in better outcomes, stronger evidence, and the next generation of researchers committed to advancing physical therapy. No matter how or how much you give, your support makes a difference. We invite you to explore the many ways you can contribute.

Join our community of monthly donors committed to sustaining physical therapy research all year long.

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Corporate sponsors and partners play a critical role in supporting our mission and strengthening the profession. We offer customized program and event sponsorships and offer multiple levels of corporate partnership as part of our Partners in Research Program.

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When you include the Foundation in your estate plans, you create a legacy that supports physical therapy research for generations to come. Our Legacy Giving Program recognizes individuals who make this powerful commitment to the future.

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The Marquette Challenge is a national student-led fundraising initiative that empowers the next generation of physical therapists and physical therapist assistants to support the research that shapes their future. Every year, the Foundation presents awards to the top fundraising schools in person at APTA Combined Sections Meeting during a student event with over 300 attendees.

We offer several resources to help you plan, promote, and grow your fundraising efforts.

Join the Challenge

From birthday fundraisers to 5Ks, supporters of all kinds are finding creative ways to fundraise for physical therapy research. With tools like JustGiving, it’s easy to launch your own fundraiser and rally your community around advancing evidence-based care.

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Donor Recognition Levels

We’re proud to celebrate the generosity of our supporters through our donor recognition levels. This includes the Magistro Founders Society, named in recognition of the Foundation’s first president and chairman, Charles M. Magistro.

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More Ways To Give

Donor Advised Funds

A donor-advised fund (DAF) is a convenient, tax-efficient way to support our mission. If your DAF is held at Fidelity Charitable, Schwab Charitable, or BNY Mellon, you can easily make a contribution using our DAF Direct widget by clicking the link below.

If your DAF is with another provider, such as Vanguard Charitable, National Philanthropic Trust, or a community foundation, please contact your fund manager directly to recommend a grant to the Foundation.

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Employer Match

Many companies offer matching gift programs to encourage employees to contribute to charitable organizations. Most matching gift programs will match contributions dollar for dollar, and some will even double the amount of your gift. It can be as easy as filling out a simple form. Please contact your employer directly to see if they participate in an Employee Matching Gift Program.

Endowments & Research Funds

With a goal of providing stable, long-term financial resources for the Foundation as well as funding for specific areas or research, Endowment & Research Funds have been established by individuals and organizations. An Endowment Fund is also a way to leave a legacy or to honor someone. Grants and Scholarships made possible through these funds provide financial support for the Foundation’s critical priorities.

Current Endowments & Research Funds

Honorary & Memorial Donations

Make a gift in honor of someone special, celebrate a special occasion or contribute in memory of someone. A gift in honor or memory can be made from any of the Foundation’s donation pages. We will also send a special notification letter to the person (s) you are honoring or their family.

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IRA Charitable Rollovers

If you are age 70½ or older, you can make a tax-free gift directly from your IRA to the Foundation for Physical Therapy Research. This type of gift, also known as a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD), allows you to support our mission without counting the distribution as taxable income. To make a gift from your IRA, contact your plan administrator and let us know so we can ensure your donation is properly acknowledged.

Learn more about IRA Rollovers from Colleen Kigin, PT, DPT, FAPTA

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Stocks & Securities

Donating stock is a meaningful way to support the Foundation for Physical Therapy Research. A gift of publicly traded securities can help advance our mission while offering an easy and impactful giving option. To initiate a stock transfer, please contact us for instructions and to ensure your gift is properly directed.

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Wire Transfers

You can wire transfer your donation directly to the Foundation for Physical Therapy Research. Contact us at info@foundation4pt.org to obtain wire transfer information needed by your bank. Wire transfers are made without identifying the donor, so please let us know about your incoming gift by emailing Barbara Malm at barbaramalm@foundation4pt.org or calling 800-875-1378 ext. 8502 if you have not done so already.

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