Volunteer
As an Immune Deficiency Foundation volunteer, you can help provide critical support to those living with PI, as well as advocate for better healthcare policies, research, and funding.
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Understanding primary immunodeficiency (PI)
Understanding PI
The more you understand about primary immunodeficiency (PI), the better you can manage it. Learn about PI diagnoses and treatment options.
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Living with PI
Living with PI
Living with primary immunodeficiency (PI) can be challenging, but you’re not alone—many people with PI lead full and active lives. With the right support and resources, you can, too.
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Get involved
Get involved
Be a hero for those with PI. Change lives by promoting primary immunodeficiency (PI) awareness and taking action in your community through advocacy, donating, volunteering, or fundraising.
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Advancing research and clinical care
Advancing research and clinical care
Whether you’re a clinician, researcher, or an individual with primary immunodeficiency (PI), these resources will help you advance the field. Get details on surveys, grants, and clinical trials.
Quarterly volunteer call
You're invited: November 12! Get the latest on the volunteer program, see how we're celebrating volunteers through our recognition program, and explore new features on the volunteer portal. Whether you're new here or a longtime supporter, everyone's welcome!
Learn how to get involved as a volunteer
There are a number of ways you can volunteer to help. Scroll through the roles below and choose the one that's right for you. Or reach out directly and let us know how you'd like to help.
Community liaison
Share your knowledge and experience of PI to spread the word.
Get started
Get Connected leader
Build a safe and supportive community as a group leader.
Lead a group
Health access advocate
Help advocate for laws and policies that support the PI community.
Advocate
Peer support volunteer
Provide invaluable one-on-one support to people living with PI.
Provide advice
Plasma ambassador
Encourage others to donate plasma by sharing your experience.
Get started
Social media ambassador
Raise awareness for PI and plasma donation.
Spread the word
Walk ambassador
Help with Walk & Community Days events in your area.
Stride with IDF
Fundraise
DIY fundraising events are fun, easy, and start with you!
Start a fundraiser
Questions? Contact us.
Send us a message; we'd love to meet you!
Does your employer match?
Many programs match employee volunteer hours with a corporate donation.
If you can't find your employer in the search box, ask your company if they offer matching gifts or volunteer hour support. If your employer requires an EIN or Federal Tax ID, use 52-1214782.
Read volunteer stories
Volunteers are essential in providing compassion and skill while making a difference in the PI community. Check out inspiring volunteer stories and share your experience.
Thank you to the following partners for supporting our volunteer programs
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