Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to your questions:

Who is WFH USA?
Who benefits?
What types of products can be donated?
What are the criteria for product donations?
Can we donate medical supplies (syringes, equipment, bandages, etc.)?
How can my organization make a product donation?
Will my organization be liable?
Is my donation tax deductible?
How will my contribution be recognized?

Who is WFH USA?
A 501(c)(3) charity, WFH USA is the United States arm of the World Federation of Hemophilia, providing American citizens, foundations, and corporations the opportunity to help ensure treatment for all people with bleeding disorders.

The World Federation of Hemophilia (WFH) is an international not-for-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of people with hemophilia and related bleeding disorders. Since it was established in 1963, the WFH has grown into a truly global network with member organizations in more than 100 countries and official recognition from the World Health Organization. We work in partnership with healthcare professionals and people with hemophilia, governments and regulators, industry and foundations, to improve care for people with bleedings disorders throughout the world.

Our international programs and activities include:

• Training doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals
• Twinning medical centers and hemophilia organizations in the developing world with counterparts in developed countries
• Delivering donations of life-saving treatment products to people in urgent need throughout the world. 
• Monitoring global threats to the safety and supply of products use to treat bleeding disorders, and advocating for improved safety.
• Collecting vital statistics on the global hemophilia population to track improvements.
• Disseminating the latest news and information on hemophilia and other inherited bleeding disorders.

WFH USA plays a vital role in this global mission by sourcing donations of hemophilia treatment products and delivering them free of charge to our partners in the developing world.

Who benefits?
Your donation of hemophilia treatment products benefits individuals in dire need in the developing world. Too many young people in the global hemophilia community suffer from disability and pain. Often, they use unsafe treatment products and therefore face a high risk of acquiring HIV and hepatitis C. By donating to WFH USA, you help ensure the delivery of safe, effective blood treatment products to people around the world in urgent need. You give hope to families.

Global Snapshot:

• 75% of people with hemophilia worldwide live in developing countries.
• One in three people treated has hepatitis C.
• One in 10 has HIV.
• Many die before adulthood.
  

Our mission:
Treatment for All

To read more about how WFH USA’s humanitarian aid program makes a real difference to the lives of others living in the developing world, click here.

What types of products can be donated?
Click here to view the list of products.

What are the criteria for product donations?
According to the WFH USA Humanitarian Guidelines, the minimum shelf life for donated treatment products is 60 days. This ensures that there is sufficient time for the product to be sent to a treatment facility. WFH USA does not accept expired products.

Can we donate medical supplies (syringes, equipment, bandages, etc.)?
WFH USA concentrates its worldwide efforts on ensuring the delivery of safe and effective blood-treatment products reach people in urgent need in the developing world. We do not accept other medical supplies. Below is a list of major charities that accept medical supplies and equipment:

How can my organization make a product donation?
Please contact WFH USA at 1-877-417-7944 or send an email to factor@wfhusa.org to indicate that your organization is interested to make a donation of treatment products.

Will my organization be liable?
Under no situation will hemophilia treatment centers, other medical institutions or pharmacies be liable for any direct, indirect, consequential, incidental, special or exemplary damages for any use of your donation of hemophilia treatment products.

Is my donation tax deductible?
WFH USA is a 501(c)(3) charity recognized by the IRS. Donations of clotting factor concentrates to WFH USA are therefore tax deductible. For donations valued at $500 or more, you are required to complete IRS Form 8283 on Noncash Charitable Contributions to claim your tax credit.

How will my contribution be recognized?
WFH USA will send you a personalized written acknowledgement, informing how your contribution has made a difference to the lives of people with bleeding disorders in the developing world. We will recognize your donation on our website in our year-end report.