DONATIONS

​How do I contact the Foundation about a donation?

 Thank you for your generosity in supporting our fight against Essential Tremor disease. If you have questions about how to help, please contact us by emailing [email protected]  If you email outside of business hours, we will do our best to respond the next business day.

are there other ways to donate?

Please visit our Ways to Give page for more information.

Can I donate using a donor-advised fund (DSF)?

Yes, Please go to Donor Advised Fund page.

​Can I make a recurring credit card donation?

Recurring gifts are a wonderful way to support the Foundation's vital work. Please see our monthly donation page, and we will assist you.

Is my donation tax deductable?

​Yes, the Diann Shaddox Foundation is recognized as a tax-exempt charitable organization defined by section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. To claim a donation as a deduction on your U.S. taxes, please keep your email donation receipt as your official record. For reference, the Foundation’s EIN is: 47-1008505. Your gift to the Diann Shaddox Foundation is a tax-deductible donation to the full extent provided by law.

Can I make a donation in honor or memory of someone?

Yes. For more information about this process, please visit our Memorial & Honor Tribute page. DSF will mail an acknowledgment card to your designated recipient or recipients, informing them of your donation (the amount of the gift is not included). 

Can I donate through an individual retirement account (IRA)?

Visit our IRA page for more information.

Essential Tremor

Diagnosing Essential Tremor

Diagnosing Essential Tremor involves reviewing your medical history, family history, and symptoms and conducting a physical examination.
The appearance of your tremor, in the setting of a comprehensive neurological examination by an experienced clinician ​can result in a diagnosis of essential tremor.  Learn more​

What are the symptoms of Essential Tremor

​If you have essential tremor, you will have shaking and trembling at different times and in different situations, but some characteristics are common to all. Here is what you might typically experience:

• Tremors occur when you move and are less noticeable when you rest.
• Tremors can begin in one hand and progress to both hands.
• Certain medicines, caffeine or stress can make your tremors worse.
• Tremors may improve with ingestion of a small amount of alcohol (such as wine).
• Tremors get worse as you age.

• Tremors that are most obvious in your hands.
• Difficulty doing tasks with your hands, such as writing or using tools.
• Shaking or quivering sound in your voice.
• Uncontrollable head-nodding, yes-yes or no-no motion of the head.
• In some instances, tremors in your legs or feet.
• Begin gradually, usually more prominently on one side of the body.
• May be aggravated by emotional stress, fatigue, caffeine, or temperature extremes.

​Please go to the Essential Tremor page to learn more.

What is Essential Tremor

Have you ever observed someone's hands, head, or body trembling when they are holding a glass, trying to write or just sitting still and wondered what was wrong with them. 
Go to Essential Tremor page to learn more.
Essential Tremor is a neurological disease in which there is a problem with movement control: either there is excessive movement, or a paucity of voluntary and automatic movements, that is unrelated to muscle weakness or paralysis.
Many people who have Essential Tremor become disabled at worst and feel frustrated or embarrassed at best.

Quality of life is a big issue for people with ET. Daily activities such as feeding, drinking, grooming, and writing become difficult if not impossible. Stereotypes shape the way we think about people and situations. ​

Team DSF & Fundraising

I want to host a fundraiser as a Team DSF member, where do I begin?

If you know what type of fundraiser you want to host or just trying to decide, please go to Create a Fundraiser and let us know what you are thinking about.
 

I would like to donate a portion of proceeds from sales of my product or services [book, CD, art, jewelry, etc.] to The Diann Shaddox Foundation How does this work?

Please contact [email protected] and describe your goal.

Where can I get regular updates on what's Happening with DSF

Please visit us about events and the latest DSF ET news.

I’m a DSF team member and I have questions about fundraising, sending in contributions or having a Foundation representative at my event. Where can I find answers?

Please contact [email protected]  and describe your questions.

I would like to join the Patient Council

Please go to the Patient Council Page

​Corporate sponsorship

I would like to discuss Corporate PARTNERING. Where do I contact DSF? 

Please visit [email protected] or go to our partner page.​

My company would like to sponsor a Dsf fundraiser where can i find the answers?

Please contact DSF at [email protected] 

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For questions regarding:

• For general inquiry, please contact [email protected]
• Questions about making a donation, please contact [email protected]
• Questions about Team DSF, becoming a member, community fundraising, or if your company is interested in fundraising partnerships, please contact  [email protected]
• Questions about DSF research priorities, resources, or funding opportunities, please contact [email protected]    
• For matters related to new or ongoing estate giving, please contact [email protected]​
• Questions about Corporate Sponsorship opportunities please contact [email protected]