Non Profits & Resources
The Desert Foothills area boasts a number of long-established and locally-supported non-profit organizations. Most are continually seeking additional volunteer and financial help from area residents.
Foothills Caring Corps
The Foothills Caring Corps are dedicated to promoting independence and enhancing the quality of life for older residents throughout our community. They do this through a dedicated group of volunteers and staff, who deliver services and support that provide access to basic needs such as food, medical care and activities that promote physical, mental and emotional health.
In-Home Services:
- Friendly Visiting and Phoning
- Mobile Meals
- Caregiver Relief
- Business Assistance
- Computer Help
- Minor Home Repair
- Care Alert
- Transportation
Contact: 480.488.1090
Visit: FoothillsCaringCorps.com
Kiwanis of Carefree
The generous spirit of the Kiwanis of Carefree has played a role in the history of Carefree that continues today. With a focus on helping children recognize and develop their potential, this philanthropic group offers youth service organizations, post-secondary scholarships, summer art programs, community science fairs, mentoring, special needs support and more. The vast majority of the funds raised are invested programs benefiting in the children of our community. A percentage of funds is also donated to eradicate diseases in third world countries and to disaster relief around the world, in conjunction with Kiwanis International initiatives.
The Carefree club has about 200 members, ranking them in the top ten largest Kiwanis clubs in the world. Their work locally honors the belief that investing one's time, talents, energies and experiences will make a world of difference tomorrow. Activities include bi-annual Pancake Breakfasts, Western Nights, mixers and other social events.
Visit: KiwanisCarefree.org
Foothills Food Bank and Resource Center
Seniors in need are the fastest growing demographic, as they struggle to make ends meet on fixed incomes. The food they receive from the Foothills Food Bank allows them to use their limited funds to pay other expenses.
Contact: 480.488.1145
Visit: FoothillsFoodBank.com
Desert Foothills Library
Although not geographically in the Town of Carefree, the Desert Foothills Library is the public library for the Town and the Foothills region. They offer a full range of items for check out including books, audio books, DVDs, music CDs and magazines.
Located at 38443 N. School House Rd. (one block north of Cave Creek Rd. on the east side) the library is open seven days a week! Carefree residents are encouraged to participate as cardholders, donors or volunteers.
The full calendar of library programs and events can be found at their website.
Contact: 480-488-2286
Visit: DesertFoothillsLibrary.org
The Holland Center
Located in Scottsdale and serving the communities of North Scottsdale, Cave Creek, and Carefree, the Holland Center is a unique partnership dedicated to enriching the Desert Foothills community by celebrating arts and culture, treasuring our desert environment, assisting those in need, and encouraging lifelong learning. The Holland Center provides support, opportunity, and connection for area residents through a diverse array of programs, ranging from intriguing classes to fine arts exhibits to community theatre and beyond. Additionally, six well-equipped rooms are available to rent for various community events.
Contact: 480.488.1090
Visit: hollandcenter.org
Knights of Columbus
The Knights of Columbus are an organization of Catholic men dedicated to Charity, Unity, Fraternity and Patriotism. Founded in 1882 by Blessed Fr. Michael J. McGivney and a small group of laymen in New Haven, CT the Knights have grown to be one of the largest fraternal beneficial organizations in the world, more than 2 million strong internationally. Historically created to care for widows of practical Catholic Men, the supreme organization underwrites insurance programs to Catholic families. The 170 Knights at Our Lady of Joy are an active, visible group who are involved in every area of parish life. The Knights at Our Lady of Joy extend their service work to local organizations such as Saint Vincent de Paul, the Apache Mission in San Carlos and to Seminarians, enabling dreams of vocations. We support Catholic veterans, first responders and feeding the poor and homeless, and provide aid to the disabled. Charity disbursement total in the amount of between $150-$190K per year. All practical Catholic men over the age of 18 are welcome to become one of "These Men We Call Knights." Fundraisers to support these and many other worthy causes have raised more than $4 million for local charities in the past 22 years. The Carefree Christopher Columbus Association, a 501 (c)(3) is run by volunteer Knights from Our Lady of Joy parish. so all donations go 100% to charity. Come join us and see how the Golf Fore Charity event, Lenten fish dinners, Honor Those Who Serve and other Wine auction events are designed to raise funds to improve the lives of others. Ask any Knight how you can sign up to join our Star Council!
Contact:
410-802-6004
