Friends of Karen Annual Report FY’23

From our Executive Director 45 Years of Caring: Because of You Read more… FISCAL YEAR 2023 ANNUAL REPORT 45 YEARS OF IMPACT ON FAMILIES CARING FOR A CRITICALLY ILL CHILD The unbreakable bond of sisters When Christa was being treated for Leukemia, she and her beloved sister Skyla participated in Friends of Karen’s Sibling Support Program. Her mother Georgette, thinking

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Friends of Karen elects Yemi Oluwole to serve on its Board of Directors.

North Salem, NY – February 15, 2024: Friends of Karen, a nonprofit organization that supports children with life-threatening illnesses and their families, announced that Yemi Oluwole will serve as a member of the Board of Directors. Yemi Oluwole is a Portfolio General Auditor – Vice President, in the American Express Company’s Internal Audit Department where he oversees audits of various business

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Buy Shamrocks For Friends of Karen

Compassion comes in green! While you’re out and about this St. Patrick’s Day season, purchase a shamrock at one of the many locations partnering with Friends of Karen.  You’ll be helping yourself to some good luck, and supporting Friends of Karen’s children and families.    May the luck of the Irish follow you always and thank you for supporting Friends

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Friends of Karen Announces New Board President

North Salem, NY – March 30, 2022: Friends of Karen, a nonprofit organization that supports children with life-threatening illnesses and their families, announced Richard Sgaglio will serve as the new President of its Board of Directors. Outgoing President Paul Smadbeck, known for his dedication to the organization for 26 years, will continue to serve on the Board.

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Friends of Karen

Donate Now! "Your child has a life-threatening illness… like cancer." What do you do? START HERE Journey of the Heart Bike Tour Childhood Cancer Awareness Month Adina’s Angels Walk With your help Friends of Karen is a lifeline of support for families in the NY Tri-State area. Since 1978, Friends of Karen has guided families caring for a child with

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Friends of Karen Gets Ready for Back to School 2021

It has undoubtedly been a year like no other for all of us, but for the critically ill children and their families served by Friends of Karen, life remains complicated. As the rest of the world prepares to return to something a bit more normal, our families are still experiencing severe financial hardships added to the overwhelming stress of their

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