Why did you create Yellow Ribbon Fund?
Most injured service members at Walter Reed and Bethesda Naval Hospital are away from their homes & communities, most with only a few family members around, and many with none. Our community has many generous individuals and businesses who want to give these fine young men and women the support they deserve. Perhaps the best way for you to learn more about this effort is to look at our 2009 Annual Report and at our newsletters.

Can anyone volunteer?
Yes, provided that they are accepted by Army Community Services. We will provide registration forms and ask volunteers to provide the Yellow Ribbon Fund with information that will enable us to find the right tasks for each volunteer.

Do you have a contract with the U.S. Government?
No. Yellow Ribbon Fund, Inc. is a private, non-profit organization providing volunteer services to injured service members and to their families. We do not have, nor do we seek, any contract with the U.S. Government.

Are your volunteers subject to any Government regulation?
Yes. All of our volunteers must register with and be accepted by Army Community Services at Walter Reed Army Medical Center.

Are donations tax-deductible?
Yes. Yellow Ribbon Fund, Inc. has not-for-profit status under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code and you will receive a letter acknowledging receipt of your donation as deductible under applicable IRS regulations.

Do you have an IRS Form 990 and an audited Financial Statement?
Yes. Please look at our latest IRS Form 990 and Audited Financial Statement. Our Federal Employer Identification Number is 36-4567583.

How much of your cost is spent on assistance to injured service members?
Over 85 percent of our expenses have been spent on our mission of “Welcoming Our Injured Service Members Home” and only 15 percent on general and administrative costs.

Do you employ professional fundraisers?
No. Our fundraising is done primarily by our directors and volunteers, assisted by the staff.