Honoring Katie’s Legacy

Supporting children and families in diverse communities

Spreading kindness, one child at a time.

Katherine Grace Hartnett, born June 2, 1998, in Burlington, Vermont, was a dedicated educator, compassionate advocate for the homeless, and talented athlete. Known for her empathy and leadership, teaching, humanitarian work, and sports. Her life, while tragically cut short on July 15, 2023, lives on through the Katie's Kids Foundation.

Our Mission

Katie’s Kids is dedicated to spreading kindness to the children and families of the diverse communities of Chittenden County and surrounding areas.  We aim to provide financial support to individuals and groups in pursuing their academic, athletic and artistic aspirations, while honoring the memory of Katie Hartnett.

Get Involved

  • Make a donation (recurring or one-time) to support our programs

  • Volunteer for events or programs, including our educational initiatives and sports activities, and fundraising events

  • Share Katie's story and our mission on social media to spread awareness

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