At Friends of Karen, we know that a family’s financial resources are stretched thin when at least one parent must stop working to care for their critically ill child. They need help putting food on the table for their family, now more than ever with the increased cost of groceries. In addition, chemotherapy, radiation, and other forms of medication used…
Friends of Karen currently has 3 Volunteer Advisory Boards. Long Island Advisory Board New York City Advisory Board Junior Advisory Board These Advisory Board members serve as strategic thought leaders, collaborators, networkers, and catalysts to help Friends of Karen establish an identity and recognized presence in will advance its mission, program, and development goals. Key responsibilities: Embrace Friends of Karen’s…
The more complicated the world seems to become the more excuses we look for to celebrate. Holidays and special days bring meaning, nurture connections and give us something to look forward to and hope for. Of course there are the famous ones filled with spooky costumes, trimmed trees and seder plates, but if you research thoroughly enough, you can find a special day for just about anything; National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day, Global Belly Laugh Day and in case you missed it January 11th was National Step in a Puddle and Splash Your Friends Day. Our favorite though, falls on April 10th – National Siblings Day- celebrating the very special bond of support, friendship and love shared between siblings. At Friends of Karen the sibling relationship is one especially close to our hearts. The Sibling Support Specialists at Friends of Karen, are dedicated Child Life Specialists and Art Therapists who provide emotional support and illness education to the ill child and their siblings. While working with the Friends of Karen children, we see firsthand the layered, multifaceted connection. We see fierce loyalty and protectiveness. We see the compassion, jealousy, the inside jokes and teasing, the joy and giggles.
We are proud to have the support and confidence of our corporate partners. Their generosity strengthens our ability to be a lifeline to our families. View all These are some of the ways your business can partner with Friends of Karen: NOTE: Businesses that support Friends of Karen at a level of $5,000 and higher will have their logo and a…
Donating your car, truck, boat or any other vehicle is a great way to support Friends of Karen and may qualify you for a tax deduction. To get started, complete our simple donation form or call Vehicles For Charity at (866) 628-2277. They will pick up your vehicle and provide you with a receipt for tax purposes, all at no charge to…
Donations of in-kind items provide our families with food, clothing, transportation and quality of life enhancements, such as school supplies and birthday and hospital gifts for children. They allow us to maximize our funding to help families with their everyday living expenses, medical bills, and the services they desperately need. Our wish list includes: Grocery gifts cards Key Food MasterCard…
The gift of an appreciated asset is a powerful way to support our families. If your investments have increased in value since you acquired them, a gift can result in a charitable income tax deduction for the full fair market value of the securities, and you may avoid capital gains taxes on the appreciated stock. Your financial planner or tax…
These programs offer you the convenience of automatic payroll deductions without losing the tax benefits of charitable giving. Some companies match their employee’s contribution, increasing the impact of your gift. Your company may have a special form to include with your contribution. Check with your Human Resources Department about workplace giving and matching gift program. If your employer’s program does…
Begin your legacy with us. Your legacy plan starts, first, with your loved ones and then reflects what else is important to you that you want to continue long into the future. Wise planning for family, friends and charities, like Friends of Karen, that are important to you, allows you to ensure your assets will be used according to your…
By contributing a predetermined amount each month, you will have the satisfaction of knowing you are providing the on-going vital support that our families need. Your donation will be charged to your credit card each month. If for any reason you wish to increase, decrease or suspend your gift, just let us know. Click here to become a Monthly Guardian…
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