Make a Gift to PM&R

In Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation we provide patients with a continuum of care and support throughout their recovery process. We strive to find better techniques and treatment options, provide education for patients and their families and continue to advocate for their needs long after they leave our program. All gifts, large or small, contribute to the advancement of rehabilitation medicine and promote the highest standard of care for every patient.

Contributions are tax deductible as provided by law.

Gifts may be designated to the following funds within the department: 

• PM&R General Fund
• Brain Injury
• Pediatric Rehabilitation
• PM&R Research
• Program on Integrative Medicine
• Residency Program Education
• Spinal Cord Injury
• Stroke Rehabilitation & TeleMedicine
• TelAbility

You may download and print our pledge sheet.

How to Make a Gift

There are numerous ways to make gifts to the Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation. 

Gifts of Cash, Check or Credit Card

Gifts of cash, check or credit card are tax deductible to the extent allowable by law. We will send an acknowledgement letter to thank you for your donation, which can be used when filing your tax return. You may designate your donation to any of the following areas listed above.

Please mail your donation with designation to:

Nicole Pratapas
Director of Development
Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
101 Manning Drive
Room 1148, CB 7200
Chapel Hill, NC 27599-7200

Gifts by credit card may be made through the Medical Foundation under Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation.

Gifts in Honor or Memory of a Friend or Loved One

If you wish to make a gift in memory of a loved one or friend, please indicate your request in writing. For memorial or honorary gifts, please include the name and address to receive notification of your gift.

Planned Gifts

Planned giving refers to charitable gifts that are arranged as an integral part of an individual’s financial or estate planning and are executed over an extended period of time or at some point in the future. Planned giving vehicles can provide current tax benefits and revenue streams. Gift plans can be funded through funds such as stock and securities, appreciated assets, or life insurance policies.

Gift Pledges

You may make your gift through a pledge that can be paid in installments over a period of months or years.

Contact Information

For more information, email Nicole Pratapas or call 919-966-8494.