Giving

Thanks to the generosity of thousands of individuals, foundations, corporations, and community partners, The Barton Center for Diabetes Education supports more than 2,000 children and families living with type 1 diabetes each year.

There are many ways to make a difference. You can support our mission through cash donations, annual fund contributions, planned giving, project-specific gifts, or by donating in-kind services or materials.
Together, we empower children with diabetes to live healthier, more confident lives.

Barton Fundraising Campaigns
Support one of our campaigns here. This is an easy way to fundraise to support camp programs or make online donations directly to the campaign of your choice, including our new Special Occasions campaign.

Annual Fund
The Barton Center for Diabetes Education, Inc. is a 501(c) (3) nonprofit organization. Your donation to our annual fund is tax-deductible as allowed by law.

Donor Advised Funds
If you have a donor-advised fund with Fidelity Charitable, Schwab Charitable or Kansas City Community Foundation, you can now donate directly from your fund to The Barton Center. Please click here for DAF Direct to make your grant recommendation.

Leadership Circle

The Leadership Circle celebrates donors who contribute $1,000 or more during the fiscal year. These dedicated supporters—alumni, trustees, parents, staff, and friends—provide essential resources that help us deliver life-changing programs for children and families living with type 1 diabetes.

As a thank-you for their generosity, Leadership Circle members are recognized in Barton’s Annual Report and honored at the Annual Meeting.

Friends
Friends of The Barton Center are Board-recognized volunteers who serve as ambassadors to The Barton Center and the Clara Barton Birthplace Museum, serve on committees, participate in various activities, and attend meetings and events.

Gifts of Stock & Bonds
Gifts of stocks and bonds provide donors with a means of giving to The Barton Center. Donors receive a tax deduction for the market value of the securities, computed on the day of their transfer, while avoiding payment of capital gains on the stock’s appreciated value. Donors of stock are encouraged to consult their brokers or advisors.

In-Kind Contributions
We gratefully accept gifts of goods and services. Our medical supply donations alone total more than $100,000 per year.

Matching Gifts

Many employers offer matching gift programs that can double—or even triple—the impact of your donation. If you or your spouse are currently employed by, or retired from, a company with a matching gift program, your contribution to The Barton Center may be eligible to be matched.

Check with your employer to learn more and maximize your support!

Event Sponsorship
The Barton Center holds a variety of events each year that provide excellent opportunities to publicize your business through event sponsorship. For more information, please call 508-987-2056, or email events@bartoncenter.org.

Planned Giving
Planned giving enables you to blend your financial and philanthropic goals. It can provide you with tax advantages, asset management, and charitable gift fulfillment. Gifts of cash, securities, real estate, personal property, life insurance, and pooled income funds can provide immediate benefits. Deferred gifts, such as bequests and life insurance, reduce estate taxes and offer future financial support to The Barton Center to carry out its mission, while helping you realize your legacy.

A planned gift can benefit you and your heirs, provide a memorial to a loved one, and support the causes that are important to you. Donors are encouraged to consult with their attorneys or financial advisors to determine the legal and tax implications of planned gifts. If you would like to make a gift to The Barton Center or want to discuss the opportunities available, please contact us at (508) 987-2056.

Online Camp Store
Show your Barton pride! Visit our online camp store to shop for shirts, hoodies, hats, and more. Whether you’re a current camper, alum, or proud supporter, you’ll find fun new ways to represent camp spirit wherever you go. —A portion of each sale directly supports Barton and our campers.

 

Volunteer Opportunities

Each year, more than 250 volunteers—from medical professionals and parents to neighbors, alumni, and business leaders—lend their time and talents to support The Barton Center and the children and families we serve.

If you’re interested in getting involved, we offer a variety of meaningful and rewarding volunteer opportunities. We’d love to have you join us!

  • General Volunteers: Special events, program activities, summer camp, family weekends, fundraising events, and administrative tasks are just a few volunteer opportunities available on an as-needed basis.
  • Ambassadors: Ambassadors are called upon to share their Barton knowledge with a variety of groups and organizations. If you are willing to share your own Barton story or staff a booth at a convention, conference, or health fair, please consider becoming a Barton Ambassador and help us spread the word.
  • Advisors: Volunteers with special expertise, such as medical staff, business leaders, tradesmen, and educators. They are called for special projects depending on their expertise.
  • Healthcare: We are always seeking dedicated healthcare volunteers—including nurses, nurse practitioners, physicians, and nursing assistants—to support our camp programs. Your expertise helps ensure a safe, supportive, and empowering experience for children living with type 1 diabetes.

If you would like to learn more about any of these opportunities, please contact us.