There are many ways that you can engage in the work that HopeFirst Foundation is doing.

HopeFirst Foundation is recognized by the IRS as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, and as such, your contributions are tax-deductible. If you include your address we will mail a receipt for your tax return.

1. Make a tax-deductible donation either online or by mail:

ONLINE via PayPal Read about the steps PayPal takes to insure that all transactions processed through their site are secure.

MAIL Make your check out to "HopeFirst Foundation" and mail to: HopeFirst Foundation P.O. Box 292 Freeland, WA 98249

2. Host a benefit concert.
(We can provide you with information and materials.)

3. Host a HopeFirst Foundation presentation.
(We can provide you with information and materials.)

4. Advertise for us at your concerts and other events.
(We can provide you with information and materials.)

5. Purchase the "Live at Zimfest 2005" CD by Ruzivo Marimba $15

6. Health Kits
Make a donation for one or more of our Health Kits for a child in Zimbabwe. We will distribute the first of these pre-assembled kits in December of 2006.

Child's Health Kit - $25 This kit includes antiseptic wash, antiseptic cream, bandages, band-aids, aspirin, DEET insect repellent, soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, notebook, pencils, scotchtape.
Young Women's Health Kit -$25 This kit includes antiseptic wash, antiseptic cream, bandages, band-aids, aspirin, DEET insect repellent, soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, sanitary products, and shaving kit.
Young Men's Health Kit - $25 This kit includes antiseptic wash, antiseptic cream, bandages, band-aids, aspirin, DEET insect repellent, soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, and shaving kit.

7. Donate Marimba Mallets
Our Cultural and Educational Program collects mallets to be distributed to children active in our program in Zimbabwe. Please mail them to:

HopeFirst Foundation
P.O. Box 292
Freeland, WA 98249

8. Workplace Giving
(Coming soon)