YOUR GUIDE TO FUNDRAISING FOR PANDA

“Society does put out an image that you have to be that perfect happy mother, and the reality is,

it’s not always like that.” - Samira El Khafir, Masterchef Finalist.

Fundraising Kit

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Without the support ofPANDA, I don’t think I would have made it.

At PANDA we’re used to having open, honest conversations – for many parents feeling overwhelmed, isolated or ashamed can feel too much and on PANDA’s National Helpline we hear from people every day who are struggling with their emotional health and even thinking of harming themselves or their baby. These thoughts are not uncommon for new mums and are signs that help is needed. We know help is available and PANDA provides a caring first step towards recovery. Perinatal anxiety and depression does not discriminate – it affects people across the community regardless of age, income or geography.

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ABOUT PANDA

Any funds raised support PANDA and our vital work in the following areas:

RESOURCES & INFORMATIONGiving everyone the opportunity to be informed - new mums and dads as well as the broader community.

COMMUNITY EDUCATIONIncreasing awareness so that families can seek help early.

IMPROVING CAREWorking with and providing the latest, evidence-based perinatal anxiety and depression information to doctors, health professionals, families and the broader community.

ADVOCATING FOR EARLY DETECTIONProviding support and resources to address early detection. We have a long way to go to ensure Governments and Health Services across Australia are effectively addressing the need for early detection of perinatal anxiety and depression.

PANDA supports families strugging with perinatal anxiety and depression, assisting them in their recovery.

A national not-for-profit organisation, PANDA is passionate about raising awareness of perinatal anxiety and depression, reducing stigma and encouraging early intervention to minimise the impact of these illnesses.

We believe perinatal anxiety and depression is a journey no one should go through alone.

“One call to PANDA and my life was forever

changed...For the first time I felt free to share

how I was feeling”

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How might you be able to raise funds for PANDA?

IT’S EASY TO FUNDRAISE FOR PANDA. THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING PANDA. HERE ARE JUST A FEW FUNDRAISING IDEAS:

LUNCH OUT LOUD Organise your own Lunch Out Loud - PANDA’s signature fundraising initiative. Gather friends, family and colleagues and Get Loud about the joys and the challenges of parenting.

UNIQUE EVENTAlready got a fundraising idea in mind? Or pehaps you have an annual event, (morning tea, trivia night, sports event, cake stall, raffle, golf day) in your club or workplace that gives to a different charity each year? We would love you to consider donating to PANDA.

ESTABLISHED EVENTThere are lots of great established events already taking place right around Australia. A popular option is to participate in a fun run or marathon event that allows you to raise funds for your chosen charity. Check out our website for a list of events in your state.

WORKPLACE GIVING Workplace Giving is easy, convenient and tax effective. For the cost of your morning coffee you can help PANDA. Talk to your HR Manager or Payroll Officer to find out if your workplace can organise your direct donation from your salary. Visit our website for further information and Workplace Giving forms.

REGULAR GIVINGBecoming a regular donor is easy and regular donations from your Credit Card or Direct Debit help PANDA plan for the future and support the thousands of families struggling with perinatal anxiety and depression. Visit our website for further information or to sign up for Regular Giving.

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FROM PND TO IRONWOMANPANDA was my first point of call for post natal depression. I didn’t know what to expect from making that call but I’m very happy that I did. - Amy, VIC. Amy used our National Helpline to help her and now she’s

helping us. Amy chose to fundraise for PANDA by participating in the Port Macquarie Ironman event.

PANDA’S signature fundraising event

WHAT IS LUNCH OUT LOUD?

Lunch Out Loud is an initiative by PANDA to raise awareness and funds for the ongoing support and education of the community regarding perinatal anxiety and depression.

PANDA asks supporters and individuals to organise lunch, brunch, morning tea or a catch up so people can have a real conversation with each other – to talk Out Loud about perinatal anxiety and depression (if they are happy to share their story) or alternatively just enjoy a conversation with friends or colleagues over lunch about the joys and the challanges of parenthood. Funds raised are then donated to PANDA. We would love people to spread the word to understand how common it is to experience perinatal anxiety and depression so they can recognise it quickly and get help.

WHEN CAN I HOLD A LUNCH OUT LOUD?You can hold a Lunch Out Loud event any time throughout the year. October and November are the key times as Lunch Out Loud is designed to coincide with Perinatal Depression and Anxiety Awareness Week in November.

YOUR GUIDE TO LUNCHING OUT LOUD

AVAILABLE ONLINE

HOW DO I GET INVOLVED?Visit panda.org.au/ panda-events/lunch-out-loud for more information and download your “Guide to Lunching Out Loud.” PANDA also has a range of decorations, invitations, posters, local media release and factsheets online that can be printed and used by you.

Josie, raised $700 through organising a Lunch Out Loud event to support PANDA and raise awareness amongst her own friends and family.

Thank you!

Some of the women had not heard of PANDA before so it was great to raise awareness about how amazing PANDA is.

SEND IN YOUR AUTHORITY TO FUNDRAISE FORM

Fill out and sign the Fundraising Agreement form which is available on the PANDA website.

Please complete the form and return to info@panda.org.au.

Send us pics! We would love to see and hear how your event went and even share them with the larger PANDA community.

BANK YOUR FUNDS

When it’s time to deposit your funds either:

• Donate funds directly through PANDA’s online donation page.

Please call us on 03 9926 9090 if you have any questions about banking the funds you have raised.

Next steps

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As well as raising funds, we want to ensure your event raises awareness and educates your guests about perinatal anxiety and depression. PANDA can provide you with fact sheets, postcards and brochures for your event. These resources are also available on the PANDA website.

How can PANDA support my fundraising event?

THE USE OF PANDA’S NAME AND LOGO

Your fundraising event must be conducted in your name or your organisation’s name. When naming your event please make clear that the event is in support of PANDA, i.e. “John’s Trivia Night, Proudly supporting PANDA”, not “PANDA Trivia Night hosted by John”.

PANDA has a special ‘Proudly supporting PANDA’ logo that can be used on your promotional materials. The ‘Proudly supporting PANDA’ logo will be sent once your fundraising activity has been approved by PANDA. Please see PANDA’s Fundraising Agreement form for further details.

MEDIA AND PUBLICITY You are more than welcome to contact local media to help raise awareness about your fundraising event. Please send any press releases to PANDA for approval before distribution.

If the media contacts you seeking information about PANDA or perinatal anxiety or depression, please contact the PANDA Communications team on 03 9926 9090. You are not authorised to speak on behalf of PANDA, however you may speak about your fundraising activity or event itself. Please see PANDA’s Fundraising Agreement form for further details.

If you require a PANDA representative at your fundraising event please contact PANDA on 03 9926 9090 or info@pnada.org.au 3 weeks before your fundraising event. Please note representatives are subject to availability.

FAQ’s

WHAT IS PERINATAL ANXIETY AND/OR DEPRESSION?When anxiety or depression begins during pregnancy or in the year after birth, it is referred to as perinatal anxiety or perinatal depression. More than 1 in 7 new mums and up to 1 in10 new dads experience postnatal depression each year in Australia. Postnatal anxiety is thought to be as common, and many parents experience anxiety and depression at the same time. Perinatal anxiety and depression can be a frightening and isolating experience as parents try to deal with their symptoms at the same time as planning for or caring for a new baby. There are treatments, supports and services available to help you through this experience. If symptoms last for more than two weeks, it’s time to seek support.

WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF PERINATAL ANXIETY AND DEPRESSIONThe signs and symptoms of perinatal anxiety and depression can vary and may include:

• Panic attacks (a racing heart, palpitations, shortness of breath, shaking or feeling physically ‘detached’ from your surroundings)

• Persistent, generalised worry, often focused on fears for the health or wellbeing of baby.

• The development of obsessive or compulsive behaviours.

• Increased sensitivity to noise or touch.

• Changes in appetite: under or overeating.

• Sleep problems unrelated to the baby’s needs.

• Extreme lethargy: a feeling of being physically or emotionally overwhelmed and unable to cope with the demands of chores and looking after baby.

For further information please refer to our Fact Sheets, found at www.panda.org.au.If symptoms last for more than two weeks, it’s time to seek support and the free PANDA National Helpline 1300 726 306 can be a great first step.

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Thank you!

There were quite a few mums who had suffered from PND and once we

opened up the conversation it was amazing the connections and discussions that ensued.

- Anna, NSW

Real people real conversations.