Get Involved
Ready to make a positive impact? Support our shared vision in the following ways and further KARE’s impact in our community.
Festival of Trees
Join us for KARE’s Annual Festival of Trees Gala, our biggest fundraiser of the year! We’re gearing up and looking for sponsors, donations, volunteers, and more for this magical and hope-filled evening! Your participation truly makes a difference. Whether you’re purchasing tickets or contributing in other ways, it is a great way to support KARE’s mission and get involved.
Donate
At KARE, we rely on community generosity to advocate for child victims of abuse and neglect. Every donation, no matter the size, directly funds vital programs for children and families in Haywood County. Your contribution is tax-deductible, and we’re happy to provide a receipt.
To donate, click ‘Donate’ below for a secure online option, or mail your contribution to: KARE, P.O. Box 1392, Waynesville, NC 28786.
Please note our tax ID is 58-1983449.
Your support extends beyond monetary gifts. You can also make a difference by donating essential items—check out our Amazon Wishlist for ideas. Together, we can ensure every child receives the care they deserve.
Volunteer
Do you have time, skills, or expertise to share? Join us as a KARE Volunteer! We have numerous ways for you to make a valuable contribution. Volunteer Opportunities at KARE include:
- Outreach & Community Engagement
- House & Grounds Maintenance
- Professional Expertise
- Board Participation
- Event Coordination
- Administrative Support
Your unique talents can help us in ways we may not even realize yet.
Contact KARE at 828-456-8995 to schedule a tour and discover how you can get involved. You can also email Lauren, our Community Safety Specialist and Volunteer Coordinator, at LLanoue@karehouse.org to learn more about our work. We would love to help you find the perfect volunteer role for you.
Get Trained
Everyone has a role to play in preventing child abuse. Your impact starts with the knowledge of how you can help.
KARE has several training options available that cover topics such as recognizing and reporting child abuse, preventing child sexual abuse, being an active bystander, and protecting children from sex trafficking. All trainings are available for organizations or simply for individuals or small groups.
Educating ourselves is one of the most instrumental things we can do to end and prevent child abuse. With that in mind, we schedule trainings on an as-needed basis. If you would like to get trained or to host a training, contact us at 828-456-8995 or email Lauren at LLanoue@karehouse.org or Abby at abearden@karehouse.org.
Join Our Team
Thank you for your interest in joining our team at KARE. At this time, we do not have any job or internship openings available. We encourage you to check back periodically for future opportunities. Your dedication to helping children and families is greatly appreciated, and we hope to have the chance to work with you in the future.
In the meantime, check out other ways to “Get Involved” on this page for volunteer opportunities and other ways to contribute.
