Keeping Life’s Scoreboard at Cancer-Zero, Me-One

Next Camp:

September 12-14, 2025

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100% Volunteer-managed Program

Because we are 100% volunteer-managed, financial contributions are first and foremost.

The Me-One Foundation relies on the generosity of donors like you to fund Camp Wieser each year, ensuring it remains free of charge for all attendees. Your donations are vital to sustaining our program that provides respite and joy to adult cancer patients and their loved ones.

Discover more ways to support our foundation’s mission.

Donate by Check

If you prefer to donate by mail and avoid transaction fees, you can write a check to the Me-One Foundation and send to PO Box 135, Roseville, CA 95678. If your donation is in honor of someone, please include a note letting us know, so we can acknowledge your thoughtful tribute appropriately. The Me-One Foundation’s Tax ID number is 20-5853443.

Monthly Giving

Setting up monthly or annual giving to the Me-One Foundation ensures continuous support and makes a lasting impact—it’s easy to start and you’ll never forget a donation. When giving through our website, choose the donation frequency that works best for you and join a committed group of supporters who help sustain our mission all year round. You may also consider using your online banking to set up automatic payments to mail a check directly to Me-One Foundation at PO Box 135, Roseville, CA 95678. The Me-One Foundation’s Tax ID number is 20-5853443

Raise Money on Big Day of Giving

Join us in making a difference on Big Day of Giving by running your own fundraising campaign for the Me-One Foundation. Utilize email and social media to reach out to your network, sharing your personal story and the impact of Me-One. Through the Sacramento Region Community Foundation, your campaign can harness community support to provide vital funds for Camp Wieser. Watch your inbox and follow us on Facebook and Instagram for updates on when you can create your campaign.

Sponsor Our Annual Memory Makers Event

Anyone can become a sponsor for our Annual Memory Makers Fundraiser, held on the first Thursday of December each year. This is a wonderful opportunity to support a meaningful cause while gaining visibility for your organization. For more details on sponsorship opportunities, please contact Erica Pope at erica@me-onefoundation.org. Your involvement will help create unforgettable moments for those we serve.

Donate Your Vehicle

You can donate your used car, truck, RV, or boat to the Me-One Foundation. CARS makes this process easy! They will arrange to pick up your vehicle and once it is sold, they will send you the donation receipt. Click here to go directly to the Me-One Foundation page on their website where you can start the process. You can also call CARS for more information at 855-500-7433.

Donate Via Venmo and Paypal

You can easily donate directly to the Me-One Foundation using Venmo for Charities. Simply send your donation to our verified account @me-onefoundation; look for the blue check mark to confirm it’s our official Venmo Charity account. Your support makes a significant difference!

Crowdfunding on Social Media

Raising money for Me-One through Facebook and Instagram is easy and fun! Just set up a fundraiser on your profile—it’s a great way to celebrate your birthday, anniversary, or any special occasion. Share the link with your friends and followers to let them know how they can join in and help make a difference. What better way to celebrate than by supporting a cause that impacts the lives of adult cancer patients and their loved ones? For step-by-step instructions on setting up your fundraiser, check out Facebook’s Fundraising Tools and about nonprofit fundraising on Instagram .

 

Planned Giving

  1. Bequests: Include the Me-One Foundation in your will or trust, specifying a monetary amount or a percentage of your estate.
  2. Charitable Gift Annuities: Receive a fixed income stream for life in return for a gift of cash or securities.
  3. Charitable Remainder Trusts (CRT): Convert appreciated assets into lifetime income, with the remainder benefiting the Foundation after your passing.
  4. Charitable Lead Trusts (CLT): Provide income to the Foundation for a set period, then return the principal to your heirs.
  5. Donor-Advised Funds (DAF): Contribute to a DAF and recommend grants to the Me-One Foundation over time.
  6. Gifts of Life Insurance: Name the Me-One Foundation as a beneficiary of your policy or donate the policy outright.
  7. Gifts of Real Estate: Donate residential, commercial, or land assets.
  8. Gifts of Stocks or Bonds: Give appreciated securities to avoid capital gains taxes.
  9. Retirement Plan Assets: Designate the Foundation as a beneficiary of your retirement accounts.

For guidance on which planned giving strategy best suits your financial and philanthropic goals, we recommend consulting with your financial advisor. This ensures your contributions are both impactful for our mission and aligned with your financial planning.

Estate Planning

  1. Will Bequests: Include a specific amount or percentage of your estate in your will to support the Foundation after your passing.
  2. Trusts: Designate the Me-One Foundation as a beneficiary in various trust arrangements, such as living or irrevocable trusts.
  3. Beneficiary Designations: Name the Foundation as a beneficiary on retirement accounts, life insurance policies, and other financial accounts.
  4. Real Estate and Personal Property Gifts: Bequeath homes, vacation properties, artwork, or other valuable items in your estate plans to benefit the Foundation.
  5. Charitable Trusts: Set up a Charitable Remainder Trust (CRT) for income during your lifetime or a Charitable Lead Trust (CLT) to provide income to the Foundation before returning assets to heirs.
  6. Stocks and Bonds: Gift appreciated securities to reduce the estate’s tax liability and support our mission.
  7. Payable on Death Accounts: Designate bank accounts to directly transfer funds to the Foundation upon your death.

Life Insurance: Make the Foundation a beneficiary of a policy’s death benefit or donate the policy itself.

Every Contribution Makes a Difference 

Your donations not only help us maintain and enhance Camp Wieser, but also ensure that every participant can attend without financial burden. This allows us to focus on creating an environment of hope, healing, and fun for those who need it most.

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Important Dates

  • March With Me-One:

    March 1 - March 31

  • Big Day of Giving:

    May 1, 2025*

  • Volunteer Applications Available Online:

    Spring 2025*

  • Camper Applications Available Online:

    July 2025*

  • Camp Wieser:

    September 12-14, 2025*

  • Memory Makers Annual Fundraiser:

    December 4, 2025*

*Changes Annually