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How does my donation help?

Every donation made goes to delivering safety supplies to those in need. We focus our service on underserved communities and facilities by partnering with established service organizations so you can be certain that your donation has maximum impact.

Using our non-profit status we are able accept in-kind donations and purchase our supplies at lower costs and in higher quantities resulting in a greater overall impact.

Is my donation tax-deductible?

Yes, all donations made to Shields For Heroes are tax-deductible to the fullest extent permitted by law.

Can I donate by check?

Yes! Thank you for asking. Please make checks payable to:

Shields for Heroes
700 Columbus Avenue, Unit 20403
NYC, NY 10025

Can I donate through a donor-advised fund?

Yes you can! Thank you for your consideration. For more information on major giving or to donate via a donor-advised fund please contact: info@shieldsforheroes.org

Can I get / buy safety gear / PPE?

We do not sell safety gear / PPE. Our donations are made after careful consideration by our team of advisors. If you represent an organization that might benefit from our services please contact info@shieldsforheroes.org. We also recommend listing your need on our partner site getusppe.org.

Can I donate safety gear / PPE?

Thanks for asking! The short answer is: it depends. Our recipients only accept specific items. If you have 50+ face masks, face shields, gloves, gowns or other safety gear and want to know if we can accept them please email info@shieldsforheroes.org with a description of your potential donation.