Karen's Climb Foundation
P.O. Box 7977
Nashua, NH 03060 USA
(603) 595-8055
©2008 Rev 1/29/08
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WHAT WE DO |
"Karen's Climb" Foundation is a Nashua, New Hampshire-based, 100% volunteer, non-profit organization dedicated to assisting families and individuals affected by cystic fibrosis. The majority of our funds have been used to provide temporary financial assistance to families throughout Northern New England by obtaining medicines and medical supplies; providing fuel, food and transportation; keeping telephone services intact; and averting eviction from homes. When necessary, we also assist in relief of the financial burden of double-lung transplant expenses.
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COMMUNITY SERVICES PROVIDED |
Since 1985, the Foundation has provided assistance to families throughout Northern New England. When all other resources have been exhausted, and the family has nowhere else to turn, "Karen's Climb" tries to help.
The majority of referrals come from professional social services caseworkers, including hospitals, state and federal agencies, and the State Bureau of Special Medicines. Most requests reflect day-to-day needs that are beyond the scope of the traditional public assistance. Financial information on the categories of support provided is shown below.
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FINANCIAL INFORMATION |
2006 Sources Of Funds
| Fundraising Events |
56% |
| Memorials and Donations |
33% |
| Endowment Payouts |
10% |
| Interest Income |
1% |
| Total |
100% |
| Not Including Value of "In-Kind" Donations |
2006 Use Of Funds
| Grants to Families |
90% |
| Donation to the CF Foundation |
3% |
| Administrative Expenses |
7% |
| Total |
100% |
2006 Grants Provided
| Auto Expenses |
17% |
| Daycare |
1% |
| Food |
5% |
| Holiday Gifts |
6% |
| Household |
24% |
| Medical |
3% |
| Miscellaneous |
3% |
| Rent & Mortgage |
34% |
| Telephone |
1% |
| Utilities |
6% |
| Total |
100% |
Medical Expenses - Medical equipment, supplies, and expenses, repairs to medical equipment, insurance deductibles, prescription drugs, special medical children's camp, out-of-state lodging and travel for medical service.
Shelter - Electric bills; gas and oil fuel. One-time back rent or mortgage payment to avoid eviction or foreclosure, and occasional temporary rent subsidy. One-time past due telephone bills when necessary to avoid cut-off when emergency contact with medical facilities is required. Temporary assistance with day care when required to prevent placement of children in foster care during illness of the parent.
Food - Grocery certificates for food purchase.
Auto Expenses - Automotive repairs, title and registration fees, insurance, assistance in purchasing or maintaining reliable transportation when necessary to transport CF patient to required medical services.
We Thank Our Major Sponsors:
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