Kara
Wellness and Fitness ServicesCalifornia, United States201-500 Employees
Kara is a nonprofit organization in the wellness and fitness services sector based in Palo Alto, California, serving the San Francisco Bay Area since 1976. It provides grief support, crisis response and education to individuals and communities facing death and dying, with services for children, teens, families and adults. The organization serves over 5,000 individuals annually and is supported primarily by tax-deductible donations from individuals, corporations and foundations. A large network of trained volunteers delivers the majority of direct services, guided by professional staff who oversee ongoing training. Kara aims to support people on their journey through grief toward renewed hope and meaning, reflecting its focus on compassionate support.