Becoming a “Point Person” After a Friend’s Breast Cancer Diagnosis

When Cindy heard her breast cancer diagnosis, she felt isolated. In that moment, her whole life changed.

She faced a hard battle ahead — one which would dominate her thoughts for the foreseeable future.

She spoke to her best friend, Lucy, on the evening of the diagnosis. Lucy promised to take care of the little things.

Lucy set up a Group that evening. By the next morning, seven people had joined.

Lucy became the “point person,” the central figure to coordinate group efforts. Karelane made it easy for her to fulfill that role.

The phrase “if you need anything, let me know” took on a new meaning. It became real. Cindy felt confident asking for anything in the chat feature. Lucy took guidance and organized it. Then, group members volunteered for tasks like looking after her 4-year-old while she attended chemotherapy, or accompanying her to her weekly checkup.

A Fundraising Solution for the Modern Charity

The Many Hatters is a small non-profit organization devoted to underserved youth in New York City.

The organization sends frequent donation appeals and holds quarterly fundraisers. However, the Many Hatters struggle with identifying a proficient method to accept support. Currently, they accept contributions over a high-cost donation platform with functions they do not use or want.

The fundraising staff is frustrated and overwhelmed.

So, they decide to set up a fundraiser on Karelane and direct their donors to contribute there.

They platform is easy, streamlined and aesthetically pleasing. Contributors can also share fundraiser on social media directly to contacts.

The Many Hatters not only watch their donations increase, but are also pleased that more of each donation is allocated towards their programs, versus a pricy vendor.

Struggling Mom Joanne Has Her First Baby

Joanne is a committed and passionate working mom who would do anything for her newborn daughter.

She feels like asking for help would make her a failure as a mother, despite her friends reassuring her otherwise. They want to help, but don't know exactly what she needs, or what she is comfortable receiving.

After a few conversations, Joanne's friends help create a Group on Karelane.

That way Joanne can ask for help, only when she needs it - for specific things.

She does so now and again - for small things like asking for help at bath when does her husband is away. Or receiving rides to baby groups, where she has built new friendships with other mothers.

Her friends feel closer as a result. They can also rest easy because there is a place where Joanne can reach out to them for help, anytime.

Arranging Meal Delivery For Ageing Christine

96-year-old Christine still has the strength to live alone.

However, preparing her favorite dishes takes a lot of time and requires a range of ingredients, and often she's too tired to cook.

Her family decides to set up a Karelane Group specifically for meal delivery.

Family members want Christine to enjoy her favorite dishes (Parmesan chicken and Thai green curry) so she can maintain her strength up. They organize deliveries for Monday, Wednesday and Friday nights. Christine doesn’t need to cook those nights when she returns home from bingo night.

On alternate nights, members of the Group volunteer to cook and drop off meals at the house, and even arrange for days when they all cook and eat together.

Close family and friends also do virtual check-ins with Christine to make sure she is doing alright.

Helping Dad With Dementia

Larry notices his father becoming more forgetful. A trip to the doctor’s office confirms his suspicions.

His dad has dementia, likely stemming from a traumatic head injury years ago.

Larry can't deal with all this new responsibility on his own, He lives 40 miles away from his father, and also has a very taxing job that requires him to travel frequently.

He has a heartfelt conversation with his sisters, and they decide to set up a Group for their dad.

Small tasks at first. The sisters handle the shopping, set up visitation schedules, organize housekeepers and hire a dog walker. Larry drives in every weekend to keep him company, organize the house, and garden.

They keep their Karelane Group private among family, close friends and a few neighbors.

The app allows them shift responsibilities around to suit their schedules. They can also share updates amongst the family through the app.

Rebuilding a School in Hawkins, Indiana

A small art center recently suffered from a catastrophic wildfire. The fire destroyed the main building and damaged the entire structure.

The government determines the building “non-essential,” and refuses to fund a new center.

Parents worry that their little ones no longer have a creative outlet. The center is also an important meeting place for the whole community.

One of the parents decides to set up a Group to rebuild the school.

She invites other parents to the Group via social media. Some donate money to hire a contractor. Other commit to time-based tasks (like helping to paint the building to cut costs).

Those parents share the fundraiser more widely, and after a short while, it becomes a viral sensation.

Everyone in the neighborhood, and even beyond, want to help! They raise more than enough money, and able hands are abundant. They make the school even better than it was before...together, as a community.

Fundraising for an Army Vet Suffering from PTSD

Cole returned from the Iraq War in 2009. He witnessed horrific events that left him suffering from PTSD.

He wakes up in cold sweats in the middle of the night. Even the sound a car door slamming once sent him into a fierce panic attack.

When he sought treatment, the doctor only gave him an anti-anxiety medication. The prescription didn't help.

Cole’s squad-mate, Kyle, informed, him about eye movement desensitization and reprocessing therapy. However, the treatment costs $5,000; his insurance will not cover it, and he simply can't afford it.

Kyle sets up a Group for Cole to fundraise for the treatment. The treatment had a profound impact on his life, and he wants Cole to experience the same benefits.

The fundraiser is a success because Kyle shares the Group with their former squadron. They are friends who go above and beyond to help each other.