Children's Organ Transplant Association Information

The Children’s Organ Transplant Association (COTA) helps children and young adults who need a life-saving transplant by providing fundraising assistance and family support. COTA exists to assist patients who require a life-saving organ, bone marrow, cord blood or stem cell transplant. COTA works with patients of any age who need a transplant due to a genetic disease such as Cystic Fibrosis, Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD), Sickle Cell Anemia (call for other diseases), and all patients 21 and under for any disease complication. COTA guides the family and their volunteers through every necessary fundraising step, including organizing and training the campaign volunteer committee; planning successful events and activities; working with the media; and finding multiple sources of funding. Key services for transplant families include: NO COST SERVICES The Children’s Organ Transplant Association does not charge for its services or take a percentage of funds raised. 100% of funds raised in honor of patients are used for transplant-related expenses. NOT-FOR-PROFIT STATUS Because the Children’s Organ Transplant Association is a 501(c)3 charity, gifts to COTA are tax deductible to the fullest extent allowable by law. And, because COTA serves as the trustee of the funds, these funds are not considered income for the family and do not jeopardize any assistance program the family has or may qualify for. INTEGRATED COMMUNICATIONS AND SUPPORT FUNDRAISING CAMPAIGN DEVELOPMENT CAMPAIGN/FAMILY WEBSITE ONGOING CAMPAIGN SUPPORT NEGOTIATING SERVICES Facebook: @COTAFans Twitter: @COTA_ORG Instagram: @cota_org