Our Story

A History of Hope

From a shared vision to a movement of compassion

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The CARE team and supporters gathered together, smiling
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Our Journey

Every milestone represents lives touched and communities transformed

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2020The Beginning

The C.A.R.E. Organization was founded by two best friends in Arizona who recognized the urgent need for comprehensive support for children in crisis. What started as a passionate idea became a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to making a difference.

Meet the two best friends

The C.A.R.E. OrganizationChildren's Aid & Relief Efforts

Founded by
Two best friends
Where
Arizona
What
A registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit
EIN
86-2167695

501(c)(3)Registered nonprofit

2021Building Programs

We launched our first major initiatives, including emergency aid distribution, educational support programs, and community partnerships. Our focus expanded to address the holistic needs of children facing trauma and instability.

See our 5 pillars

Our first major initiatives

  • Emergency aid distribution
  • Educational support programs
  • Community partnerships

2022–2023Growing Impact

Through events like our annual CARE Gala, toy drives, and community outreach programs, we reached hundreds of families across Arizona. We established the CARE Club for recurring donors and expanded our network of volunteers and partners.

About the CARE Club

What grew in these years

  • Our annual CARE Gala
  • Toy drives
  • Community outreach
  • The CARE Club for recurring donors

Hundredsof families reached across Arizona

2024–NowLooking Forward

Today, The C.A.R.E. Organization continues to grow, serving more children and families each year. We're expanding our initiatives, strengthening community partnerships, and building sustainable programs that create lasting positive change.

See the latest chapter
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Summer Poker Tournament · Sep 26, 2026
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CARE 2025 Gala

This is community. This is CARE.

2024–Now

The latest chapter

Real moments from recent events, in date order.

Why We Exist

Consider the Impact

  • 3.2 millionChildren face neglect or abuse in the US annually
  • More than 16 millionChildren live in food-insecure households
  • More than 13 thousandChildren in Arizona foster care need support

The C.A.R.E. Organization is poised to make significant strides in supporting children in crisis. We are a vehicle for lasting change, existing to provide hope and healing when it's needed most.

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