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Please note that we will take stern action against any organization or individual who misrepresent Doctors For You in any way to solicit sales or funds for personal gain.

1. Can I organize a fundraising event or campaign on behalf of Doctors For You?

Yes. We are constantly on the lookout for individuals and organizations to fundraise with us in continuing our humanitarian work.

From small-scale events to national campaigns, we are always open to opportunities of collaborating with partners who share our vision and commitment to our humanitarian work.

If you are interested to fundraise for us, please complete the proposal form (given below) and forward your details to us at info@doctorsforyou.org / doctorsforyou@gmail.com

Format for Fundraising Proposal for Doctors For You

Thank you for your interest in fundraising for Doctors For You. Please fill up the following form and submit the completed document to Dr Rajat Jain at info@doctorsforyou.org / doctorsforyou@gmail.com

1.Who is the Contact Person in charge of the fundraising campaign/ event?
2.Please provide Contact Details so that we can reach you (ie, mobile phone, email address, mailing address etc)
3.If you represent an organization, please include the name of your Company/College?
4.What is the duration of your event/campaign?
5.Are you working with any other organization as a partner? If yes, please name them.
6.Where is the proposed venue of your event?
7.Are you looking for media involvement?
8.Are you fundraising for a specific project/country?
9.What kind of assistance are you looking for from Doctors For You?

2. Do I need approval from Doctors For You before I start fundraising?

Yes. We take our accountability very seriously, and we need to ensure that the funds from fundraising events held in our name are properly channeled to those in need. As such, we require your kind cooperation to inform us of your intentions to fundraise on behalf of Doctors For You.

3. Can I use Doctors For You logo to support my fundraising event?

Yes. You will need to seek prior approval from Doctors For You for You before developing any marketing and promotional material which includes our logo.

4. Can I sell my products/services and nominate a percentage of sales to be donated to Doctors For You?

Yes. You will need to seek prior approval from Doctors For You before developing any marketing and promotional material which includes our logo, or any collaterals declaring Doctors For You as your beneficiary should consumers buy your products or services.
Please note that we will take stern action against any organizations or individuals who misrepresent Doctors For You in any way to solicit sales or funds for personal gain.

5. Can I fundraise for a specific disaster location or country?

Yes, however bear in mind that specific appeals for a particular disaster can only be carried out for a maximum of 6 months from the date of the disaster occurring.

This is in compliance with the requirements outlined by the Registrar of Societies. This is intended to protect the public by preventing fundraising for specific appeals to continue indefinitely.

However, certain disasters may require additional funding, and as such we may be able to apply for extension of specific appeals, subject to approval from the Registrar of Societies. If you are unsure, do get in touch with us to check which appeals are still active.

6. Can I or my organization decide how the funds raised from my event/campaign should be utilized?

We discourage this. We are a needs-based organization, and as such we strive to provide assistance to our beneficiaries purely on a needs basis.

By earmarking your funds for specific expenditure only, we are unable to utilize your funds elsewhere, where it may be needed more.

An example of this would be, if you specify that your fund should only be spent on children’s projects, this would then exclude other potentially more urgent needs such as medical relief or treatment for the elderly.

We are committed to being accountable to our donors on how the funds should be channeled, and we encourage you to keep your donations non-earmarked.

6. Can I get publicity or media coverage for my fundraising event or campaign?

Yes. You may coordinate directly with the media should you require publicity or coverage of your event or campaign.

We appreciate your assistance in getting prior approval from Doctors For You for any quotes from our representatives to be included in your press release.

Should you need a representative from Doctors For You to be present at your media event, we appreciate your assistance in informing us at least 3 working days before the event.

7. Do you have any guidelines for parties who would like to help Doctors For You fundraise?

For small organizations and businesses or non-corporate individuals intending to fundraise for Doctors For You, your fundraising initiative falls under the Drive for Charity Package. Guidelines are as follows:

1. Doctors For You Donation box/(es), subject to availability, and some brochures from us will be given to you on loan according to the duration of your fundraising effort or as per agreed between both parties;

2. It has to be done independently*;

3. A template press release from Doctors For You (if required). You will need to show us your final copy of the press release before issuance to the media;

4. Handover of donation at Doctors For You Headquarters in Vile Parle, Mumbai, INDIA (either cash or cheque handover) with photo-opportunity by our internal photographer;

5. The photo of the handover and information on the fundraising initiative will be featured on Doctors For You Facebook page;

6. On Doctors For You side, the representative for the handover of donation will be a Head of Department / Senior Officer / staff from relevant department.

*Why your fundraising initiative has to be done independently:

• Doctors For You is a non-profit organization that puts focus on operations.
• Doctors For You tries to run low on administration cost and does not employ many staff.
• 100% of the donations collected will go to the beneficiaries.
• As a non-profit society, our high-level Executive Committee members consist of volunteers. Therefore, requirements-matching for them to be available during handover of donations may be difficult.
• We need you to help us by taking the responsibility to organize the event and we thoroughly appreciate the initiative and help from you to help us raise funds.