Our Mission
CSA is a member-based, 501(c)(3) non-profit support organization dedicated to helping individuals with celiac disease and dermatitis herpetiformis worldwide and their families through information, education and research. |
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| Our Work |
| As a non-profit organization, our work relies on the generous contributions of people like you. Your tax-deductible donations may be designated for a particular project (i.e. research, computer equipment/programs, postage, etc.) Any monies received, not designated for a particular project, are placed in the general organizational fund. With these monies, CSA is able to: |
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| Provide Information |
| We work to "get the word out" about celiac disease through local chapters and resource units, as well as personal telephone and on-line support given by our national office. (see contact information at the bottom of this page). We produce and disseminate many helpful resources such as our quarterly newsletter, Lifeline and The CSA Gluten-Free Product Listing. |
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| Offer Educational Opportunities |
- Educational Conferences - Our annual conference is typically held each October which is Celiac Awareness Month. States often hold annual conferences as well.
- Cel-Kids Network - A network of information and education has been set up especially for children. It includes Camp Celiac, a week long gluten-free camp experience exclusively for kids with celiac disease/dermatitis herpetiformis.
- Speakers Bureau - Topical presenters are available upon request for group, club or conference gatherings. Contact the national office for information. (See below.)
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| Participate in and Support Research |
| CSA is actively involved in the on-going work of the scientific community to discover how CD and DH affect and are affected by other health related situations. Through our Research Grant Program, we provide for product testing and a variety of celiac-related research activities. |
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| How You Can Help |
| There are many ways you can support the mission and work of CSA. |
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| Time and Talents |
- Contact your local CSA chapter to offer your time and talents in the work done locally. (See Local Support for contact information.)
- Contact the national CSA office to offer your time and talents in areas such as technical writing, grant writing, fund raising, etc. (See below for contact information.)
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| Cash donations |
- Call toll free, 877-CSA-4-CSA to donate using a credit card.
- Download the Donation Form in PDF format and submit it with a check or credit card information.
- Designate CSA on your payroll-giving plan, like The United Way.
- Utilize employer matching gift programs where available.
- Include CSA in your yearly donation plans
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| Stocks and Bonds |
- Download the brochure, Steps For Giving in PDF format for ideas on donating stocks and bonds.
- Include CSA in your estate planning.
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| If you do not already have the Acrobat Reader® you can download it from this link. With Acrobat Reader® software, you can view and print Adobe PDF files. |
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| Donation Projects |
Shop online and support CSA at the same time through Amazon, Mission Fish, Network for good, UASflorist, Wellspent, Buy for Charity, and American Medical ID. Or use GoodSearch for your everyday internet searches and support CSA. All you have to do is click on one of the links below and make your purchase, remember to Designate Celiac Sprue Association as your charity. |
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Reminder: CSA does not endorse any of the merchandise and is not responsible for third party offers, services or products, making no representation of warranties regarding them.
Terms and conditions apply. Celiac Sprue Association does not have any liability to readers taking up this offer. However, by using these services, you as a consumer and CSA both benefit from the purchases. This is another way that "Celiacs Helping Celiacs" is accomplished. |
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| Successful Previous Donation Projects |
Countdown With Keith Olbermann
- Ebay Auction Proceeds Benefit "Celiacs Helping Celiacs."
- $15,099.99 was the final bid by www.goldenpalace.com
on the Michael Jackson Puppet Theater.
- For the Friday May 13, 2005 pertinent transcript from Countdown with Keith Olbermann broadcast
- For a press release and picture
Bicycle Journey for Celiac Awareness
- Summer 2005 - To follow the bicycle adventures of Regina, from Maine. Keep up with this CSA member's personal journey to spread CELIAC AWARENESS.
2004-2005 Project Gut Reaction
- CSA proudly funded the production of the Public Radio Broadcast bringing AWARENESS to CELIAC DISEASE as "Celiacs Helping Celiacs"
To learn more
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| CSA's Wish List |
The following is a list of items or special projects that would be helpful to the mission and work of CSA but are not currently part of our budgeted plans:
- $2,000 to sponsor a speaker at the next national conference
- $10,000 to produce and mail an informational packet to school principals and administrators
- $2,000 for a Dell XP Computer
- $1,500 for test kitchen equipment
- $5,000 for children's program Cel-Kids Network. Lesson plans
- $ To Offset Travel Expenses in Advocacy/Awareness Efforts.
- $12,000 To Fund the Toll-Free Help Line.
- $10.000 For Website Enhancements
- Thank you Wild Oats for providing funds for development of a awareness booklet for children. 1/12/06
Thank you for the work that you do. Contact the CSA office with any questions or ideas you may have that may help CSA accomplish its mission and work.
Together we are: Celiacs Helping Celiacs |
