The Source of Our Spark

Charlie Holt’s life ended abruptly after five short years. But his life was anything but small. It was the spark of a movement – a movement to heal hearts all over the world.  Join us in our mission to turn tragedy into triumph for families everywhere.

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What Can One Heart Do?

Can it stop countless families from being forced apart? Can it make families whole again? We believe one heart can be a hero for many. Will it be yours?

Save the Date

Charlie’s Cards for a Cause:
A Charity Casino Night
Terrace at Cedar Hill, Charlotte
Friday, October 27th | 6pm-10pm

What can one heart do?

Can it help keep families together?

Vision

We envision a world where no family is torn apart by tragedy and where all families, regardless of their circumstances, have access to the support they need to stay healthy and whole.

 

Mission

Our mission is to fund holistic programs that promote the mental well-being of vulnerable families.

 

 

Grant Program

EMPOWERING FAMILIES

The 2023 Grant Cycle is Open

Charlie’s Heart Foundation is committed to supporting small nonprofits aligned with our mission that are doing great work! Our grant program seeks to fund innovative, holistic programs that promote the mental well-being of families in underserved and under-resourced communities.

Please visit our grant program page to learn more about our application process, deadlines, and eligibility requirements.

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From the Blog

The CHF 2023-2025 Strategic Plan

Dear Supporters, Partners, and Community Members, We started Charlie’s Heart Foundation in 2017 after the tragic loss of our five-year-old son, Charlie. Looking back on the weeks and months after Charlie’s death, we can’t help but feel gratitude. Although our family experienced an incredible tragedy and was consumed by grief, we were also wrapped in […]

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Rebecca Discusses Grief and Trauma on Charlotte Talks with Mike Collins

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Happy Birthday, Charlie!

I wonder what you would look like? Would your giggle be the same? The way you wear your hair, would it be shagging like the other boys or parted to the side like I always brushed it? Would you still love superheroes and play soccer just as you did when you were five? Or would […]

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An Update from A Glimmer of Hope

Yesterday, we received this sweet video message from our partner, A Glimmer of Hope, along with an update on the work we are helping to fund in Debub Sodo, Ethiopia.

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“As we work to create light for others, we naturally light our own way.”

– Mary Anne Roadmacher

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