PAC donation link

Comittee Chair
Barbara Haskell, PA-C

 

What is the PAPAC? 

The Physician Assistants Political Action Committee (PAPAC) is a separate fund sponsored by the PSPA for the purpose of assisting in governmental affairs. The PAPAC enables Pennsylvania PA’s to have a voice in the Commonwealth’s political arena. Why was the PAPAC formed?

Formalization of the PAPAC allows the PSPA to be involved in the political process and regulation formation. Subsequently, the PAPAC uses this opportunity to positively change legislation through education.In turn, the PAPAC supports Pennsylvania politicians who are interested in and/or empathetic to our causes.  The decision to form our political action committee was truly visionary, and has provided both an attentive ear and powerful voice in Pennsylvania politics on issues that directly affect our profession.

How does the PAPAC raise money?

Since our PAC is only “sponsored” by the PSPA, the PSPA as an entity cannot contribute to the PAC. However, the PSPA can support our efforts in raising monies for the PAC, the annual Silent Auction. The Silent Auction is the important part too. Corporation donation is illegal; therefore we rely on individuals like you for monetary support. The PAPAC committee is interested in pursuing other forms of fundraising. Do you have a knack for marketing???

How much money was donated to the PAC last year?

I’m sad to say that all together for 2007 all the PAs in the state donated a little over $1400 directly to the PAC funds. If we are to have a more audible voice with those legislators who support PA-friendly legislation, then our society must begin to support the campaigns of those senators and representatives! Ultimately, without these individuals in the legislature, our ability to provide accessible medical care to Pennsylvania citizens may be seriously threatened.

You’ll each receive letters in the mail introducing the first annual PA Political Action Committee “Foundation Medal Campaign”! PAs who contribute $150 or will join our Gold Foundation Members. PAs who contribute $100 or more will join our Silver Foundation Members. PAs who contribute $75 or more will join our Bronze Foundation Members.

  • Donors will be recognized according to donation level in the PSPA News, at the PAC Silent Auction, and at the annual Pennsylvania Society of PAs (PSPA) conference
  • Donors will receive a special Recognition pin denoting your contribution as a gold silver, or bronze member of the Foundation Medal Campaign
  • Donors will receive PAC Contributor Ribbons on their badge at the PSPA annual conference
  • Gold Foundation Members will receive a special personalized gift at the PSPA Conference

What if I can’t afford to join the Foundation Medal Campaign:

It is understandable that not everyone will be able to join the Foundation Medal Campaign this year. But if every PA in the state would make a small contribution of even $10 (approximately the cost of a muffin and coffee at starbucks) or $25 (less then the cost of your last pair of sneakers) we would far exceed our goals.