Happy New Year from the NNPDF!

During these final days of 2010, we at the National Niemann-Pick Disease Foundation give thanks for individuals like you who are vital to fulfilling our mission.

Thank you for being part of our efforts to offer support to families and to further research into treatments and a cure for Niemann-Pick Disease!

We'd like to humbly remind our generous supporters that a year-end gift to the NNPDF can reduce one's income tax obligation while providing meaningful support for the work of the foundation and offering the gift of hope for all those suffering from NPD.

The NNPDF gratefully accepts direct financial donations, United Way and Combined Federal Campaign contributions, gifts of stock, in-kind donations, and planned gifts such as bequests, beneficiary designations or life insurance policies.

If you'd like to designate your gift in honor of a loved one, the NNPDF will gladly send out a card to the honoree acknowledging your gift.

One item of special note -- a late-breaking tax measure allows IRA year-end donations until January 31st. This key charitable tax break took effect December 17th, allowing those age 70 1/2 or older to make tax-free 2010 year-end charitable gifts of up to $100,000 from their IRA accounts up until January 31st, 2011.

Please visit our Web site for more information about philanthropic year-end gift ideas, and as always, we invite you to contact us with any questions.

With deepest gratitude, we thank you for your continued support, and we send our most sincere wishes to you and your family for a wonderful holiday season and a healthy, happy New Year!

Holiday Gifts & Year-End Giving to Support NNPDF

Programs of Research and Family Services Benefit

Online Shoppers: Use this special Amazon.com link to shop online, and GoodSearch when you surf the Web – both benefit the NNPDF-- and you can receive special coupons and discounts, as well.

Each year, a growing number of families depend on the NNPDF for medical information, research updates and emotional support as they struggle to learn about a rare disease while caring for an ill family member.

We, in turn, depend on those with the compassion and the financial resources to help us drive forward the research that will ultimately result in treatments and a cure for NPD, and to provide support services to those affected by this disease.

As you consider your year-end tax planning, we’d like to remind you that a gift to the NNPDF can reduce your income tax obligation, while providing meaningful support for the work of the foundation. If you designate your gift in honor of a loved one, the NNPDF will gladly send them an acknowledgement card.

The NNPDF gratefully accepts direct financial donations, United Way and Combined Federal Campaign contributions, gifts of stock, in-kind donations, and planned gifts such as bequests, beneficiary designations, or life insurance policies. Please visit our special page for more information about these philanthropic year-end gift ideas.

Donations may be mailed to: NNPDF; P.O. Box 49; Fort Atkinson, WI, 53538. Online credit card donations may be made here. We invite you to contact the NNPDF Central Office with any questions.

If you have friends or relatives who might be interested in making a year-end gift in honor of a loved one, please forward this information to them, as well.

2011 Wall Calendars and PERSEVERE Clothing
Ring in 2011 with these quality 2011 wall calendars in two very special designs! Choose from playful puppies or lush scenic paintings by New England Artist Don Greer, grandpa of 7-year-old Naomi Tyrrell (NPC). Calendars are just $10 each, and shipping is free on quantities of five or more.

Encourage your family and friends to “Press On! Keep At It! Get it Done!” with the very popular, stylish and comfortable PERSEVERE wear t-shirts and hoodies.

Sales of these calendars and PERSEVERE wear benefits the NNPDF, raising funds for research and family support services.

Order calendars and PERSEVERE wear directly from Lorna Tyrrell – click the links above for complete details and order forms.

Thank you for your generous support, and "Happy Holidays" to you!