Families Share Their Stories

"During the pandemic in 2020, I was a single mom of three working two part-time jobs just to keep the lights on. When the holidays came around, I didn't know how I'd give my kids Christmas. Then I heard about this small organization called Kat's Care through my daughter's school in North Carolina."

"Even though they were just getting started and operating on a small scale, they provided toys for my kids and helped us have a real Christmas. That kindness during such a dark time meant everything to our family."

"Now, years later, I'm thriving with a full-time job. And seeing them rebrand as Kady Cares and expand to Wyoming, Maryland, and New York fills my heart with joy. More families will get the help we received. What started as a small NC operation is now changing lives across four states!"

"After losing my job during the pandemic, providing for my daughter became incredibly difficult. I was embarrassed to ask for help, but a friend told me about Kat's Care, a local North Carolina organization helping families like mine."

"Their Back to School program gave my daughter everything she needed to start the year confident and prepared. Even though they were a small operation back then, the volunteers were so kind and never made us feel like we were a burden. They treated us with dignity."

"I'm back on my feet now and have already donated to Kady Cares—their new name as they've grown beyond NC. It's amazing to see how far they've come. Pay it forward, right?"

"When my daughter passed away unexpectedly in 2022, I suddenly became the guardian of my four grandchildren. At 68 years old, on a fixed income, I was terrified I couldn't provide for them."

"That's when I found Kat's Care here in North Carolina. They've been there for us every step of the way—through the rebrand to Kady Cares and their expansion to other states. From holiday meals to school supplies to warm clothes in winter, they've supported us. But more than the physical items, they've given us hope and reminded us we're not alone."

"My grandkids are thriving now, and I know we'll be okay. Watching Kady Cares grow from a small NC organization to a multi-state operation has been inspiring. Thank you for never forgetting your roots while reaching for bigger dreams."

"As a teacher myself, I never thought I'd need assistance for my own kids. But after my husband's medical emergency left us with mounting bills, I couldn't afford school supplies for my three children. I felt embarrassed, but I reached out to Kat's Care."

"Their Back to School program provided everything—backpacks, notebooks, calculators, even new shoes and clothes. My kids started school feeling confident and prepared, not worried about what they didn't have."

"We're in a better place now, and I always tell other teachers about Kady Cares (the new name). Sometimes the helpers need help too, and that's okay."

"After my wife left, I was raising my two sons alone and working long hours at the factory. Thanksgiving was coming, and I didn't have money for a special meal. My neighbor told me about Kat's Care's Thanksgiving program."

"They gave us a complete meal box with turkey, all the sides, and even pumpkin pie. My boys and I sat down to a real Thanksgiving dinner, and for the first time in months, we felt grateful instead of stressed. The volunteers were so kind—they made us feel like family, not charity cases."

"Now I donate to them every month. When I heard they're expanding as Kady Cares, I increased my donation. More dads like me need this support."

"Last month was rough. My car broke down, I had unexpected medical bills, and Christmas was around the corner. I have four kids who still believe in Santa, and I was heartbroken thinking I couldn't give them anything."

"Kat's Care Toys for Tots saved Christmas for us. Each of my kids got multiple toys, we received winter coats through Cozy Cubs, and the Christmas Table meal box meant we could have a real holiday dinner. Watching my kids' faces on Christmas morning, I cried tears of joy and gratitude."

"I just heard they're rebranding to Kady Cares and expanding to new states—that's amazing! Every family deserves the kindness and dignity they showed us. This organization is changing lives."

"My daughter was being bullied at school, and Valentine's Day was coming. She was worried no one would give her valentines. As a single mom on a tight budget, I couldn't afford classroom valentines for her to hand out either."

"Kat's Care Loves (Valentine's program) provided valentine cards for my daughter to give to her entire class, plus a special Valentine's care package with treats and a stuffed animal. When she came home from school with a bag full of valentines she received, she was beaming. The program gave her confidence and showed her she's loved."

"That small gesture changed her whole year. She's more confident now, made new friends, and the bullying stopped. Thank you, Kady Cares, for caring about the little things that mean so much to kids."

"We'd just moved into our first apartment after being homeless for six months. We had nothing—no furniture, dishes, towels, or cleaning supplies. Starting over felt overwhelming."

"Kat's Care Spring Reset program provided everything we needed to make our apartment a home—bedding, kitchen essentials, bathroom supplies, and even household items like a coffee maker and dishes. They transformed our empty apartment into a real home."

"We've been in our apartment for eight months now, I got promoted at work, and our kids are thriving. Kady Cares didn't just give us stuff—they gave us dignity and a fresh start. We'll never forget that."