Fundraising

Samaritans is a very cost-effective organization. We raise our annual operating budget of just under $1,000,000 primarily from private sources and the United Way, with only $25,000 coming from governmental sources. In addition, we leverage the money we raise by obtaining an additional $1,000,000 annually in inkind support in the form of volunteer hours, as well as donated services (for instance this website was developed by a volunteer web designer). Samaritans’ volunteers field 80,000 calls each year from isolated and lonely individuals with an average cost of only $6.50 per call. We work hard to ensure that the money we raise is put to the best possible use to help individuals in need.

With more and more people struggling financially and emotionally, we feel that it is more important than ever to make people aware of our services, and provide leadership in suicide prevention efforts in our communities.

There are many ways to support the operations of Samaritans, and we rely on the generosity of a caring community in order to fulfill our mission. If you are interested in learning more about ways that you can help sustain the work of Samaritans, please call or email our Development office at 617-536-2460 x2223.

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