Cara Caters

05/30/2026

We have so much to celebrate in the month of May as we close out another successful school year. Cara Caters hit a new record. Throughout the 2025–2026 school year, we packed and distributed 16,968 bags, which is equivalent to 50,904 meals. We are deeply proud of our growth. These numbers are more than double what we were doing at this time last year. We are honored to serve these children and humbled by the support that continues to pour out for these deserving kidskids❤️

05/28/2026

Our annual Polka Parade Party at the Raphael House was such a special day! We loved catching up with familiar friends, meeting new ones, and celebrating together as a community. Thanks to your incredible support, our Cara Caters fundraiser raised $1,600 to help provide meals for kiddos this summer and into the upcoming school year. We’re beyond grateful for this amazing community! 🩵

05/21/2026

05/19/2026

We had such a wonderful morning celebrating our volunteers at our second annual Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast! It’s always a joy to spend time together and recognize the hard work and dedication they’ve shown throughout the school year.

Thank you to each and every volunteer who helped shape our story during the 2025–2026 school year. Your passion for our mission to feed hungry kids has made a meaningful difference in the lives of the kiddos we serve. We are incredibly grateful for a community that continues to show up and support these kids in such a big way!🩵

A special thank you to Romeros for the amazing coffee and to Norma Martinez for the delicious breakfast tacos!

05/12/2026

🎉 BJ’s Wholesale Club in Waxahachie is NOW OPEN — and they’re supporting Cara Caters! 🎉

When you sign up for a BJ’s membership using our link or referral code, BJ’s will donate $5–$15 to Cara Caters ❤️

🛒 Sign up here:
http://www.bjs.com/partner/caracaters

📞 Or call: (800) 313-8887
Use referral code: 830091

⚠️ Important: You must sign up online or by phone for the fundraiser to count. In-store sign-ups are not eligible.

Once you sign up, you can pick up your membership card at the Member Services desk in the store.

📅 Fundraiser ends May 17, 2026.

04/28/2026

It’s almost Polka time in Ennis, Texas! Kick off your polka weekend with us at the Raphael House. Enjoy a complimentary breakfast. Drinks from the bar, as well as BBQ and crawfish, will be available for purchase, and proceeds will support Cara Caters.

🇨🇿 Polka Festival Parade Party – Presented by Cara Castellow State Farm 🇨🇿
🎊 Everyone is invited
📅 Saturday, May 23, 2026
⏰ 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM (Parade at 10:00 AM)
📍 500 W Ennis Ave, Ennis, TX 75119

04/20/2026

Want to make a child’s day a little brighter? You can personally choose the items that go into our bags! Our Amazon wishlist includes a wider variety of kid-friendly items than what we typically provide each week—perfect for creating a special surprise.

Check out the link below to shop:

https://www.amazon.com/registries/gl/owner-view/32D9382WY8XTG

04/15/2026

We’re excited to recognize Atmos Energy as a proud sponsor of Cara Caters! 💙

Their commitment to “fueling safe and thriving communities” aligns perfectly with our mission to feed hungry children in Ellis County.

Their generous $2,500 gift will feed all 530+ of our bag recipients for one weekend—equivalent to 1,590 meals.

Thank you, Atmos Energy, your support is truly life changing for the children who rely on us!