Make a Difference in
Someone's Life Today.

You may have noticed the statement on our home page, and on many of our printed materials: Donor Centered, Mission Driven. This is the core of our belief and our philosophy of operation.

We are committed to the style and practice of philanthropic fundraising.  This approach recognizes the importance of voluntary leadership in our work and the voluntary character of giving.  It also emphasizes how giving meets the needs of older adults and adds value to community life.
 
Accordingly, the interests of donors and prospective donors precede the interests of the OPRS Foundation.  No program, agreement, trust, contract, or commitment shall be urged upon any donor or prospective donor that will benefit OPRS or any of its related organizations at the expense of the donor's interests.  No agreement shall be made between the Foundation and any agency, person, company or organization on any matter concerning investments, management or any other issue that knowingly jeopardizes a donor's interests.
 
In addition, we prohibit the use of high-pressure techniques when dealing with donors or prospective donors.  Our volunteers and staff will inform, serve, guide or otherwise assist the donor in fulfilling his or her philanthropic wishes, but never under any circumstances pressure or unduly persuade.

In this way, we seek to develop relationships with philanthropically motivated people, forging lasting partnerships that benefit the more than 80,000 older adults served by OPRS each year. 

Click here to learn about the Donor Bill of Rights.