WELCOME TO THE FUTURE OF PROTECTING CHILDREN
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About Our Mission
Our WHY
On July 21, 2014, 16-month-old Noah's life was tragically cut short after he suffered abuse at the hands of his caretaker, whose struggle with untreated mental illness played a devastating role. Noah's story inspires our mission to protect children by promoting mental health awareness, education, and research—so that no other family has to endure such a loss.
Why Our Work Matters
Key Statistic
1 in 8 children in the U.S. lives with a parent or caretaker who has a mental illness.
(Centers for Disease Control and Prevention — National Center for Health Statistics)
These children are at higher risk of neglect, emotional trauma, and entering the foster care system.
Supporting Fact About Social Services
Child protective and family service agencies, including DFCS, report being overwhelmed — with as many as 60% of families referred to child welfare services involving a parent or caretaker with a mental health or substance use disorder.
(U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, 2023)
Why This Matters
Social services are stretched thin. Agencies like DFCS do their best, but they cannot meet every child's emotional, educational, and preventive needs alone.
That's why organizations like Noah's Fund MHRE are critical — we fill the gaps through mental health education, community support, and prevention programs that protect children before crisis intervention is needed.
Noah's Fund MHRE aims to:
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protect children like Noah
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ensure those like Noah are not impacted by the effects of mental health illnesses
Noah's Fund MHRE is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that curates studies and programs to facilitate better quality of life for children.
How You Can Help
Employee Matching Program
Many employers offer matching gift programs that double—or even triple—your contribution to a nonprofit. If your employer participates in employee matching, your donation to Noah's Fund goes even further at no extra cost to you.
Simply:
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Check with your HR department to see if your company matches charitable contributions.
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Submit your donation receipt along with any required employer forms.
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Your employer will send a matching gift directly to Noah's Fund.
If you need any information from us to complete your match request, contact us anytime at contact@noahsfundmhre.org.
Wear the Cause
Show your support proudly with Noah's Fund MHRE merchandise—shirts, hats, sling bags, and water bottles designed to inspire hope and raise awareness.
Every purchase helps fund our research initiatives, education programs, and outreach for families in need.
Together, we can protect children, heal families, and build a healthier future.
Shop. Read. Give. Protect.
Volunteer With Us
Your time and talents can make a lasting impact.
We welcome volunteers to assist with community outreach, event planning, fundraising, marketing, and administrative support.
Together, we can build a stronger foundation for children and families in need.
Volunteer Interest Email
Email us at contact@noahsfundmhre.org with "Volunteer" in the subject line to get started.
"We protect children by empowering families and educating communities. Every volunteer helps that mission grow."
— Darius Cache, Founder
Donate Goods or Resources
In addition to monetary donations, Noah's Fund MHRE gratefully accepts in-kind contributions that help sustain our operations and outreach.
Items of value include:
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Office supplies (paper, printers, ink, postage)
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Technology (laptops, tablets, cameras)
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Event supplies (tables, banners, promotional materials)
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Professional services (marketing, accounting, legal, printing)
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Gift cards, sponsorships, or space for community events
Every contribution—big or small—moves us closer to protecting children and strengthening families.
Join us in making a difference today.
We'd love to learn more about how you'd like to contribute.
Email us directly with the subject line "Donation Interest" and tell us what items or resources you'd like to offer.
Our Team will respond promptly with next steps and acknowledge details.
Email: contact@noahsfundmhre.org
Beneficiaries
At Noah's Fund for Mental Health Research & Education, our work is centered on protecting children whose safety, health, and stability are impacted by an adult's mental health struggles. The funds we raise directly support children and families in moments of crisis, as well as long-term prevention efforts that strengthen communities.
Where Your Support Goes
1. Medical Expense Relief
We provide financial assistance for uninsured or underinsured children who are hospitalized due to physical abuse or harm caused by a parent, caregiver, or other adult. No child should be denied care or delayed treatment because of financial hardship.
2. Funeral & Final Expense Assistance
In the heartbreaking cases where a child loses their life due to abuse or neglect, we help families cover funeral and burial expenses. Grieving families should never face financial distress during their darkest moments.
Our Mission in Action
Your contributions help us:
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Study why abuse and neglect happen
Through community surveys and data collection, we identify patterns, needs, and risk factors within families experiencing mental health challenges.
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Prevent harm before it occurs
We invest in programs, education, and mental health supports that strengthen families and reduce stressors that place children at risk.
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Provide immediate relief when crises occur
We offer direct financial support for medical care and final expenses for affected children and families.
Our First-Year Goals
With the community's support, Noah's Fund is committed to:
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Eradicating child death by abuse
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Reducing incidents of child neglect
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Decreasing pediatric vehicular heatstroke cases by 50%.
Every donation helps us protect vulnerable children, support families in crisis, and build safer, healthier communities.
A Message from Our Founder, Darius Cache
Noah was more than family—he was a part of my heart. His life and spirit continue to inspire everything I do. Noah was deeply impacted by the mental health challenges faced by his caretaker, and through that experience I witnessed firsthand how untreated mental illness can harm the most innocent among us: our children.
I founded Noah's Fund for Mental Health Research & Education, Inc. to honor his memory and protect children like him. Through research, education, and family support, we're working to prevent cycles of trauma, neglect, and loss that often begin with unaddressed mental health issues.
My books—like Bernard's Song—explore healing, conflict resolution, and the path toward family restoration. A portion of all proceeds supports Noah's Fund MHRE and its mission to build stronger, healthier futures for children and families.
Noah's story reminds me every day why this work matters. I write, serve, and advocate in his name—to protect children, strengthen families, and bring hope where it's needed most.