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Kait’s Angels

‘Buddy bench’ reminds students of the power of friendship

by Nov 7, 2025
“I often remind my students that we never truly know the battles others may be facing—whether at home or within—so it is important to simply be kind,” Pulaski Street School counselor Jen Boese said.

Stuff-the-Trailer for Kait’s Angels

by Dec 2, 2019
Residents can help make the holiday special for local families in need by donating unwrapped toys, gifts for children, and other items at East on Main in Mattituck for the restaurant’s “Stuff-the-Trailer” charity event for Kait’s Angels.

Maryann ‘the Medium’ DiMarco to appear at Vineyard Caterers Feb. 16

by Feb 5, 2017
Join Kait's Angels as they host a unique fundraiser - a group reading by Maryann "the Medium" DiMarco.

With help from Kait’s Angels, young woman with rare brain disease can afford specially adapted bike

by Oct 4, 2016
A fundraising effort by the local nonprofit Kait's Angels has made it possible for the family of Johanna Benthal to buy a special Surrey bike, giving the 20-year-old North Fork woman with physical disabilities the chance to safely exercise.

Feeling bullied? Riley Avenue students now have their own ‘Buddy Bench’, thanks to Kait’s Angels

by Dec 4, 2015
Buddy Benches are meant to provide a safe space for students who are feeling lonely or bullied, and they are being installed in schools across the North Fork.