Catastrophic Blues
One thing about grief is there are no rules. There's no checklist, no way to know if you're "doing it right", no magic milestones. "It only hurts this much right now", was what I was thinkin' the whole time. Except, we know that's not true. Three years later and we miss our Katie just as much as we always have. She really was the best thing at this party.
You're on your own, kid?
Not if we can help it! Showing up for for others is one way Katie's family manages their grief. It hits different after you've been in their shoes. Our vision is a world where no child or family affected by cancer feels isolated or unsupported.
Through emotional, financial, and practical assistance, we seek to foster community, alleviate burdens, and cultivate courage when you feel so low you can't feel nothing at all.
Do something, babe.
We can do it with a broken heart, but we can't make it happen without you! Our goal? Recruit 100 Courage for Katie supporters to raise $100 each to support children and families affected by cancer. That's $10,000 to provide direct support to families all throughout the Great War.
If I Didn't Know Better, I'd Think You Were {Donating To Us} Now!
Whether you're here for the cause, the memories, or because one of us guilt-tripped you into it (no shame), we're - dare I say - enchanted to have you join us. Just visit the campaign page by clicking the link below and you can set up your personal fundraising page!
There was happiness because of her. And now? There's hope - because of you.
Make an impact today.
Courage for Katie, Inc is exempt from federal income tax under Internal Revenue Code (IRC) Section 501(c)(3). Donors can deduct contributions they make to Courage for Katie, Inc under IRC Section 170. We are also qualified to receive tax deductible bequests, devises, transfers, or gifts under Section 2055, 2106, or 2522. Please defer to your tax professional for additional help and guidance in preparing your taxes.
Mission Statement:
Courage for Katie provides non-medical support to children and families impacted by cancer.
Vision Statement:
Our vision is a world where no child or family affected by cancer feels isolated or unsupported. Through emotional, financial, and practical assistance, we seek to foster community, alleviate burdens, and cultivate courage when all hope feels lost.
Programmatic Goals
Provide financial assistance to families for daily needs during treatment.
Offer emotional support such as peer groups and respite care to reduce the psychological toll of cancer.
Facilitate community engagement by connecting families with local resources, volunteers, and social support networks.
Deliver practical assistance such as meal services, household chores, and transportation to treatment facilities, as well as comfort items for children through programs like “Katie’s Cart”.
Foster a sense of empowerment by helping families develop coping strategies and connect with others facing similar challenges.
Corporate Sponsorship + Partnership
Is your business interested in a sponsorship and/or ongoing partnership? We’d love to connect! Fill out our contact form or email us at hello@courageforkatie.org and a member of our team will get back to you as quickly as possible.