Dae’ LightFoundation · Charlotte, NC
Community care starts with us

A little kindness.
A brighter
tomorrow.

Help Dae’ Light Foundation bring warmth, dignity, and everyday essentials to people experiencing homelessness in Charlotte.

Support the mission

Local compassion. Practical support. A community that cares.

WARMTH   ·   DIGNITY   ·   HOPE
Our purpose

Small essentials.
Meaningful support.

A warm coat. A clean pair of socks. The essentials that help someone face the day. Our community care efforts focus on practical needs for neighbors experiencing homelessness.

01

Warmth for winter

Coats, hats, boots, sweaters, and blankets to help neighbors stay warm as temperatures drop.

02

Everyday dignity

Hygiene supplies and personal care essentials that support comfort and daily well-being.

03

A caring community

Connect donated supplies and community generosity with people who need a helping hand.

Give what you can

Help hope
reach a neighbor.

Your support can help us provide winter clothing, blankets, and hygiene essentials. Every act of generosity is a way to show someone they matter.

Prefer to give supplies?

We welcome offers of coats, hats, sweaters, pants, boots, blankets, and hygiene items. Contact Shardae to confirm current needs and arrange a drop-off.

Call Shardae: 980-335-7702 ↗
Tax-exempt status notice
Dae’ Light Foundation’s IRS 501(c)(3) application is pending. Tax deductibility of contributions is not guaranteed while the application is pending.
Support Dae’ Light Foundation

Choose a gift amount

Choose an amount, then send your gift through Zelle using the email below.

$
Give with Zelle

shardaevanhook@yahoo.com

Recipient: Shardae Vanhook
Memo: Dae’ Light Foundation donation

Open Zelle in your banking app, enter the email above, and verify the recipient before sending. Transfers are completed through your bank.

Ask how to give $25 ↗

Zelle gifts are sent through your banking app.

The question button opens a text message to Shardae. This page does not process payments or confirm receipt of a Zelle transfer.

A few helpful details

Giving, with clarity.

Can I donate items instead of money?

Yes. Contact Shardae at 980-335-7702 to discuss clothing, blankets, and hygiene donations and confirm drop-off arrangements. Please ask about accepted condition and sizes before bringing items.

Is my donation tax-deductible?

The foundation’s IRS 501(c)(3) application is pending. We cannot guarantee tax deductibility at this time. Contact the foundation for an update before relying on a tax deduction.

Can my business or church help?

Contact Shardae to discuss a supply collection, a contribution, or other ways to support community essentials. Please confirm arrangements before starting a collection on the foundation’s behalf.

Does this page process payments?

No. To give through Zelle, use your banking app and send to shardaevanhook@yahoo.com, recipient Shardae Vanhook. Add “Dae’ Light Foundation donation” in the memo. Verify the recipient before sending. This page cannot confirm transfers. You can text Shardae with questions; do not send card or bank account details by text.

Together, we can bring a little light.

Thank you for caring for our neighbors.

Talk with Shardae · 980-335-7702