KyleCares

What KyleCares does

KyleCares is a 501(c)(3) non-profit foundation founded in 2019 by the Johnson family in memory of their son Kyle Johnson, who died by suicide on April 2, 2018 after a decade-long struggle with OCD, anxiety, and depression. The foundation is headquartered in North Attleboro, Massachusetts, operates with 1-10 employees, and serves high schools and colleges throughout New England with a mission to eliminate student self-harm and suicide by creating school environments where students and caregivers can seek help without shame or hesitation. Its primary functions are connecting schools with vetted mental health resources and service providers, facilitating long-term mental health strategies, and funding school-based mental health education, awareness, and suicide prevention programs.

The foundation's core offerings include an annual flagship conference at Gillette Stadium hosted in partnership with the New England Patriots Foundation, a parallel Rhode Island Teen Mental Health Summit at Rhode Island College held with the Rhode Island Interscholastic League, mental health workshops and training delivered to students, faculty, parents, and coaches, the KylePalooza annual fundraising gala, and a grants program that awards $2,000 to $20,000 to schools and partner organizations to establish Active Minds chapters and underwrite evidence-based programs such as JED High School. Since 2019, KyleCares has invested over $445,000 across 100+ schools, conducted 310+ workshops, and directly engaged 84,000+ students, 2,200 faculty, 1,550 parents, and 250 coaches.

KyleCares is not a technology company; its operations and programs are delivered through in-person events, direct school relationships, and partner organizations rather than a software platform or digital product. Revenue is generated through individual donations (one-time and recurring via the website and mail), tiered corporate sponsorships (Bronze $500, Silver $1,000, Gold $1,500, Platinum $2,500, Diamond $5,000), and fundraising events including KylePalooza, with the largest cumulative corporate sponsor being The Richmond Group at $115,000 over five years. Its go-to-market is event-driven, relying on the Gillette Stadium and Rhode Island College conferences, school grants, mental health organization partnerships (JED Foundation, Active Minds, Minding Your Mind, Samaritans, Healthy Minds Network), and community fundraising to sustain operations and reach.

Name

KyleCares

Legal name

KyleCares, Inc.

Website

https://kylecaresinc.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2017

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

KyleCares is a 501(c)(3) non-profit foundation that funds mental health awareness and suicide prevention programs for high school and college students across New England through school grants, conferences, and partnerships with mental health organizations.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Youth Mental Health Nonprofit Services

NAICS

Child and Youth Services (62411), Child and Youth Services (624110), Outpatient Mental Health and Substance Abuse Centers (621420), Educational Support Services (611710)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300), Services-Health Services (8000), Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Mental Health & Crisis Support Services (BPAGACAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Youth Mental Health, Counseling & Wellbeing (Education-Linked) Nonprofits (BPAGADAK), Behavioral Health for Children & Adolescents (Youth Services) (HLAFACAL), Mental Health Counseling & Therapy Services (K–12) (EDAJALAG)

Keywords

• Mental health education
• Suicide prevention
• Youth mental health
• School mental health grants
• Nonprofit peer support

Headquarters

HQ city

North Attleboro

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Individual Donations: KyleCares accepts one-time and recurring donations from individuals via credit card or PayPal through its website, as well as mail-in checks. Donations are tax-deductible as the organization is a qualified 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization.
2. Corporate Sponsorship: Corporate sponsors support KyleCares at various tiers (Bronze $500, Silver $1,000, Gold $1,500, Platinum $2,500, Diamond $5,000) in exchange for logo placement, event recognition, and press release inclusion.
3. Fundraising Events: KyleCares organizes fundraising events such as KylePalooza (annual gala with dinner, drinks, and dancing) and receives proceeds from community fundraising efforts organized by supporters.
4. Grants to Schools: KyleCares awards grants to high schools and colleges to establish Active Minds chapters and fund mental health programs. Grants range from $2,000 to $20,000 depending on recipient and purpose.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

KyleCares is a nonprofit organization that helps high schools and colleges in New England support student mental health by connecting schools with vetted mental health resources and service providers, facilitating long-term comprehensive strategies to address student mental health, and funding school-based mental health education, awareness, and suicide prevention programs. Its work spans grants ($2,000–$20,000) to schools and partner organizations, annual regional conferences, school-based workshops and trainings, and the KylePalooza fundraising gala. Since 2019, it has invested over $445,000 in programs across 100+ schools, engaging more than 84,000 students, 2,200 faculty, 1,550 parents, and 250 coaches.

Product overview

KyleCares is a non-profit organization offering a portfolio of mental health awareness and suicide prevention programs for New England high schools and colleges. The core offerings include annual conferences (KyleCares Conference at Gillette Stadium and Rhode Island Teen Mental Health Summit), the annual KylePalooza fundraising gala, and direct school programming through mental health workshops and training. Financial support is provided through KyleCares Grants, which help schools establish Active Minds chapters. The organization also facilitates access to partner programs including JED High School, and supports schools with mental health resources and service providers. Since 2019, KyleCares has invested over $445,000 in programs reaching over 84,000 students across New England.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• KyleCares Annual Conference at Gillette Stadium Annual regional conference convening high school student mental health leaders from across New England at Gillette Stadium for keynote presentations, educational breakout sessions, peer panel discussions, stigma-breaking programs, and chapter fairs. Hosted in partnership with the New England Patriots Foundation.
• Rhode Island Teen Mental Health Summit Annual Rhode Island-focused teen mental health conference held at Rhode Island College in partnership with the Rhode Island Interscholastic League (RIIL), convening Rhode Island high school students and educators for mental health education, keynote talks, and student-led advocacy.
• KylePalooza Annual Fundraising Gala Signature annual fundraising gala featuring dinner, drinks, and dancing to raise funds for mental health awareness programs. Includes Diamond-level sponsor recognition, awards, and community engagement.
• KyleCares Grants Program Financial grants awarded to high schools, colleges, and partner mental health organizations to support student mental health education, awareness programs, suicide prevention initiatives, and Active Minds chapter establishment. Grant amounts range from $2,000 to $20,000 depending on recipient and purpose.
• Active Minds Chapter Support Program in partnership with Active Minds that helps schools establish new Active Minds chapters by providing $2,000 grants, launch kits with supplies and t-shirts, professional technical assistance, fundraising support, and access to national conferences.
• School Mental Health Workshops and Training School-based mental health education, awareness-building, and suicide prevention programs including workshops, trainings, and stigma-breaking sessions delivered to students, faculty, parents, and coaches at New England schools.

Quantifiable outcome

• Since 2019, invested over $445,000 in programs for 100+ schools; conducted 310 workshops reaching 84,000+ students, 2,200 faculty, 1,550 parents, and 250 coaches

Named customers16 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• The Jed FoundationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Jed Foundation (JED) is a nonprofit that protects emotional health and prevents suicide for teens and young adults. JED equips teens with skills to help themselves and each other, partners with schools to strengthen mental health programs, and encourages community awareness. KyleCares has partnered with JED since 2019, helping facilitate connections between JED and New England schools, and providing grants to offset costs associated with JED High School programs.
• Samaritans, Inc.coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSamaritans, Inc. reduces the incidence of suicide by alleviating despair, isolation, distress and suicidal feelings. They provide free suicide prevention workshops at schools, colleges, and community organizations. KyleCares awarded a $6,000 grant to Samaritans in 2019.
• Active MindscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerActive Minds is the nation's premier nonprofit supporting mental health awareness for young adults with presence on over 700 campuses. KyleCares partners with Active Minds to offer grants to schools to establish new chapters, including launch kits, fundraising support, and conference access.
• Minding Your MindcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMinding Your Mind (MYM) provides mental health education to end stigma and encourage youth to get help. KyleCares has partnered with MYM since 2019 and awarded a $10,000 grant in 2023. MYM provides Young Adult Speaker Programs, suicide prevention training, and social emotional learning workshops to KyleCares partner schools.
• Healthy Minds NetworkcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHealthy Minds Network (HMN) improves mental and emotional well-being of young people through research and strategic partnerships. KyleCares announced a strategic partnership with HMN in May 2020 to leverage data-driven approaches to mental health.
• New England Patriots FoundationcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerThe New England Patriots Foundation is a key partner for the KyleCares annual conference held at Gillette Stadium. This partnership has enabled the conference to grow into one of the premier teen mental health events in New England, hosting over 550 students from 37 schools in 2025.
• Rhode Island Interscholastic League (RIIL)coreGTM or Marketing PartnerRIIL partners with KyleCares to host the annual Rhode Island Teen Mental Health Summit at Rhode Island College. The 3rd annual summit in January 2026 brought together 250 students and educators from 30 Rhode Island high schools.
• Project 351minorGTM or Marketing PartnerKyleCares partners with Project 351 for the 'Be Kind to Your Mind' initiative, designed to raise awareness and mobilize students around mental wellness through programs like Be Seen in Green, Threads of Hope, and student-led advocacy campaigns.
• The Richmond GroupcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerThe Richmond Group has been KyleCares' largest corporate sponsor, raising $115,000 over five years including $30,000 from an indoor pickleball tournament in 2025.
• Bristol County Savings BankminorGTM or Marketing PartnerBristol County Savings Bank sponsors KyleCares events and received a KyleCares Appreciation Award in 2024 for their support.
• Sarah's VillageminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSarah's Village (Diamond Sponsor) received a KyleCares Appreciation Award in 2024. The organization is co-founded by Cynthia and Mark Bresnahan.
• Project SixloveminorGTM or Marketing PartnerProject Sixlove received a KyleCares Appreciation Award in 2024 for their support of the foundation.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• The Jed Foundation (JED): National nonprofit protecting teen and young adult mental health and preventing suicide. Direct strategic partner and overlapping program portfolio (JED High School), serving the same school audience as KyleCares.
• Active Minds: Premier national nonprofit supporting youth mental health awareness across 700+ campuses. KyleCares actively funds Active Minds chapter grants, and both organizations run school-based peer mental health programs.
• Minding Your Mind: Mental health education nonprofit delivering stigma-ending programs to schools. Strategic partner of KyleCares since 2019, providing Young Adult Speaker Programs and SEL workshops to KyleCares-affiliated schools.
• Samaritans, Inc. Regional suicide-prevention nonprofit providing free workshops to schools. Early KyleCares grant partner ($6K in 2019), operating in the same Massachusetts/New England school channel.
• Healthy Minds Network: Research-driven nonprofit improving young people's mental and emotional well-being through partnerships. Strategic partner of KyleCares since 2020, focused on data-driven student mental health approaches.

Broad incumbents

• American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP): Largest national suicide prevention nonprofit, with school and community programs across all 50 states. Broader incumbent in KyleCares' core mission, competing for the same donor and corporate-sponsor pool.
• The Trevor Project: National nonprofit focused on suicide prevention for LGBTQ+ youth, with school-based programming. Overlapping mission on teen mental health and competing for education-channel philanthropic dollars.
• Born This Way Foundation: Youth mental health nonprofit co-founded by Lady Gaga supporting kindness and mental wellness in schools. Operates in adjacent school-based mental health space with broader national reach than KyleCares.
• Sandy Hook Promise: National school-based violence and suicide prevention nonprofit with programs like Say Something and Start With Hello. Competes with KyleCares for school district partnerships and school-targeted grants.

Regional players

• Crisis Text Line: National 24/7 crisis-intervention text service widely promoted in schools. Operates in adjacent youth mental health intervention space and is a complementary resource often referenced by school-based mental health programs like KyleCares.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/kylecares-inc

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Profiles6 records

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