Frequently Asked Questions
What Are the Differences Between Novembeard, No-Shave November, or Movember?
Novembeard is the only fundraising program of its type dedicated to raising money for the Nationwide Children’s Hospital Hospice and Palliative Care Program. Other No-Shave November or Movember fundraisers typically raise money for men’s health awareness (i.e. Prostate Cancer).
What Is the Registration Fee?
It’s free to register as a participant of NovemBEARD! You will receive access to our personalized fundraising portal as well as important event updates.
Can I Still Participate if I Don’t Grow a Beard?
Absolutely! You can sign up as
a:
Bearder - I want to clean shave on November 1st and raise money while growing out my
new,
fresh beard during the month.
Legacy - I have an
established, epic beard but I
want to raise money anyways.
Supporter - I cannot grow a beard but I want to raise money anyways.
What Is the Novembeard Fundraising Minimum?
I'm Hesitant To Enter My Credit Card Information Online. How Can I Give Offline?
Nationwide Children's
Hospital Foundation
Attn: NovemBEARD
PO Box 16810
Columbus, OH 43216-6810
How Can I Find Out if My Company Offers a Matching Gift?
First, check to see if your company has a matching gift program for health organizations. The website, MatchingGifts.com can be helpful in determining which companies match donations. Complete a matching gift form (available from your company's Human Resources department) and send it in with your donation.
How Can My Supporters Make a Donation?
Send them the link to your personal or team fundraising page They can search for your name or team name
If they prefer to write a check, it can be made out to Nationwide Children's Hospital Foundation
A donation
form must be included with each check so the donor receives credit for the
donation. Donation forms
with contribution may be
mailed to:
Nationwide Children's
Hospital Foundation
Attn: NovemBEARD
PO Box 16810
Columbus, OH 43216-6810
How Can I Check My Personal Fundraising Totals or That of My Team?
You track your fundraising efforts via the Participant Center. This tool allows you to log on and review your pledges any time of the day. When a donation is made online, it is processed automatically and added toward your fundraising goal. Donations made by check or money order will be processed and counted toward your total within 10 business days after it is received by Nationwide Children’s Hospital Foundation.
Is My Novembeard Donation Tax Deductible?
Contributions to Nationwide Children's Hospital are tax deductible to the extent allowed under IRS guidelines. Nationwide Children's Hospital Foundation's EIN for tax purposes is: 31-1036370.
The Nationwide Children's Hospital Foundation serves to further the mission of Nationwide Children's Hospital while meeting donor philanthropic goals. Nationwide Children's Hospital is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization (EIN: 31-1036370)
What Is the Deadline To Turn in Pledges?
We will continue to accept donations for NovemBEARD through December 10, 2023 Fundraising incentive prizes will be based on totals at that time.
Someone Gave Me a Check, Where Do I Send It?
All checks should be made payable to Nationwide Children's Hospital Foundation and mailed
to:
Nationwide Children's
Hospital Foundation
Attn: NovemBEARD
PO Box 16810
Columbus, OH 43216-6810
Be sure to include the
Novembearder name in the
memo or on a
separate note so that we can attribute it to your fundraising efforts.
Someone Gave Me a Check, How Do I Add It To My Fundraising Totals?
Add the gift to your personal fundraising page as an offline gift! Click here for instructions!
When Will I Receive My Fundraising Incentives?
Fundraising incentives will be assembled and mailed out one month after the event and sent to your registered address.
What Can Nationwide Children's Provide To Help Me With My Fundraising and/or Event?
- Consultation on fundraisers and events
- Approved use of our hospital name and logo, when appropriate
- Fundraising Toolkit, including: timelines, FAQs, fundraising tips, helpful templates and more
- Your own personalized fundraising page
- Resources for fundraiser organizers to educate their donors on the impact of their gift
- Letter of authorization to validate the authenticity of the fundraiser
- Tax ID or Employee Identification Number (EIN) for donation purposes
- Celebratory check presentations, when feasible
What Are Items Nationwide Children's Cannot Provide?
- Our sales tax exemption number
- Raffle license
- Insurance or liability coverage
- Mailing list of donors and/or vendors
- Nationwide Children’s stationery
- Funding or reimbursement of your expenses
- Celebrities, professional athletes or team mascots for your fundraiser
- Publicity (newspaper, radio, television, etc.)
- Guaranteed attendance of physicians or hospital staff
- Guaranteed staff participation at your committee or planning meetings
- Guaranteed volunteer support at your fundraiser
- Guaranteed interactions with patients at the hospital or attendance at events
- Solicit businesses or vendors for support