Western PA Bleeding Disorders Foundation

💡 Fundraising Friday Tip: Grow Your Team!

You've registered, created your team, and shared your story, now it's time to build your team!

Start by making a list of people and groups you're connected to. Consider your family, friends, coworkers, faith groups, school groups, and any clubs or organizations where you're actively involved.

Invite them to join your team early, and don't be afraid to send a friendly reminder. Many people are excited to support the cause but may not realize they need to register online to officially join your team!

Looking to take your fundraising to the next level? Brainstorm potential team sponsors! Consider employers, local businesses, vendors, and other community partners. Ask your team members about their connections. You never know who may be willing to support your efforts.

Remember: every new team member and every sponsor helps us raise awareness, build community, and support individuals and families affected by bleeding disorders.

Start recruiting for your team at: https://bit.ly/wpbdf-unite

Step Up. Give Back. Get Rewarded!

Join us in making a difference and earn exciting incentives along the way! Every dollar you raise helps support individuals and families affected by bleeding disorders, and we want to celebrate your impact.

🛏️ Fleece Roll-Up Blanket: Raise between $250 - $499
🧢 Dad Hat: Raise between $500 - $999
🔥Fleece Crewneck: Raise $1,000 or more!

Incentives are NOT cumulative, but you can choose an item from a lower level.

Start fundraising today at: https://bit.ly/wpbdf-unite

Only a few days left to register for WPBDF’s Annual Meeting! Lunch will be provided and transportation and hotel assistance is available.

To register for this event, email [email protected] or call the Foundation office at 724-741-6160 by June 22. Please provide your party size, any food allergies, and the number of Wally Cards requested (limit 1 per family member in attendance).

Join the Western PA and West Virginia Bleeding Disorders Foundations for a day of education, connection, and summer fun in the sun! After the program, attendees will receive activity wristbands granting access to many of Oglebay Resort’s attractions, including the outdoor pool, zoo, aerial challenge course, mini golf, and more!

Light breakfast and lunch will be provided. Transportation assistance is available upon request, and a limited number of hotel rooms are available on Friday evening for guests traveling 150 miles or more. On-site childcare will be provided during the educational programs.

Diane’s favorite part of the Unite for Bleeding Disorders Walk is the pinwheels! Our iconic red pinwheel represents the movement, energy, and action required to support, raise awareness, and improve the lives of those affected by inherited bleeding disorders. We celebrate and recognize our community during the Pinwheel Ceremony each year, reminding everyone that we are here for one common purpose – to make life better for people with bleeding disorders and their families.

“To everyone supporting the Walk, THANK YOU for contributing, for being present, for recognizing what great things this Foundation does in collaboration with the treatment center, volunteers, industry, and most of all, Foundation members,” Diane says.

The Walk is exciting, it’s high-energy, and filled with so many activities! Register today at: https://bit.ly/wpbdf-unite

What an unforgettable weekend at Seven Springs Mountain Resort! 🌄

More than 130 community members came together for our first-ever Stay In Motion Education Weekend, and what an amazing experience it was! From hiking scenic trails and practicing yoga, tai chi, and meditation to learning practical tips for staying active with resistance bands and making healthy eating affordable, the weekend was filled with movement, learning, connection, and fun.

This event would not be possible without the support of our incredible sponsors: Cottrill's Pharmacy, CSL Behring, CVS Specialty, DrugCo Health, Genentech, HemaBiologics, InfuCare Rx, the Hemophilia Center of Western Pennsylvania, Novo Nordisk, Octapharma, Pfizer, Promptcare, and Sanofi!

Thank you to everyone who attended, volunteered, presented, and supported this special weekend. We hope you enjoy reliving some of our favorite moments through these photos! 📸🩸

Did you know?

🩸 A $25 donation can provide a lifesaving medical ID at no cost to our members.

🩸 A $100 donation can help provide a family in need with a grocery gift card.

Every step taken, every dollar raised, and every donation given creates a lasting impact in the bleeding disorders community.

Unite with us at: https://bit.ly/wpbdf-unite

Mindy, Ryker, and Jess joined Mary Ann at the WXED studio in Ellwood City this morning to talk about WPBDF, our Unite for Bleeding Disorders Walk, and to raise awareness for the signs and symptoms of bleeding disorders!

Tune into WXED at 107.3 on June 25th at noon or June 27th at noon to hear the interview. You can also listen live at: https://www.wxedfm.com/

Thank you to WXED for inviting us to talk about our bleeding disorders community!

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This is your final chance to register for our upcoming dinner program, hosted by Sanofi! You’ll learn more about Sanofi’s treatment options for Hemophilia A and B. This program will be hosted by Paul Brayshaw, Community Relations and Education Manager at Sanofi.

Register by the end of the day today via email [email protected] or call the Foundation office at 724-741-6160 by Monday, June 15. Please include any allergies or food restrictions.

💡 Fundraising Tip Friday!

Ready to make a big impact in the bleeding disorders community? It’s time to become a Team Captain for the Unite for Bleeding Disorders Walk! It’s easy to get started:

✅ Register yourself and create your team.
✅ Personalize your team page with your story and photos.
✅ Choose a meaningful, inspiring, or fun team name.
✅ Set your personal and team fundraising goals.

One of the most powerful fundraising tools is sharing why you walk. Your story helps friends, family, and coworkers understand why this cause matters to you and encourages them to support your efforts. Need help telling your story or setting up your team page? Our Walk Manager, Jessica, is happy to help! Reach out to her at [email protected].

Together, we can raise awareness, build community, and make a difference for individuals and families affected by bleeding disorders. 🩸

Get started today at: https://bit.ly/wpbdf-unite