Legacy Forum LIVE
Be part of an engaging, in-person experience connecting caregivers, families, and community members with practical emergency preparedness education, helpful resources, and participating community organizations. Come learn, connect, and prepare together!
Valuable resources. Community connections. No admission fee.
REGISTER NOW — IT'S FREE! →Learn more and register for the Baltimore event.
From Vision to Impact
Compassion by Design was founded on a powerful belief: compassion should be more than a feeling. It should inspire action, create opportunities, and transform lives.
In our first year, we have moved boldly from vision to implementation—launching educational experiences, developing extensive caregiver resources, strengthening community connections, and establishing a growing portfolio of meaningful initiatives.
Our beginning may be recent, but our purpose is clear, our foundation is strong, and our momentum is unmistakable.
A Bold Vision. A Powerful Beginning.
At Compassion by Design, we don't simply envision change—we create it, build it, and put it into action.
In our first year, we've launched a growing portfolio of impactful initiatives that educate, empower, connect, and celebrate caregivers, older adults, and families.
From our expansive Golden Circle of Care Hub, with its continuously growing library of resources, to the meaningful conversations of the Legacy Forum™ Series, our work is already reaching beyond ideas and into action.
We may be new, but our commitment is established, our programs are flourishing, and our vision is only growing stronger.
Explore Our Programs & Initiatives2026 AARP Community Challenge
Compassion by Design is proud to be a 2026 AARP Community Challenge grantee.
This support helps advance caregiver-focused emergency preparedness education and resources, strengthening our commitment to informed, prepared, and connected communities.
Watch our official grant announcement.
Building on a Powerful Beginning
We're not standing still. Our achievements are creating new opportunities for learning, recognition, and meaningful community connection.
Heroes Behind the Scenes™
We're preparing to honor caregivers and community champions at our January 8, 2027 awards luncheon.
Discover the Celebration →The Legacy Continues
With four Legacy Forums completed in 2026, we're continuing the conversations, education, and connections that make this series meaningful.
Explore the Legacy Forum →A Village Without Boundaries™
Our developing virtual community will expand opportunities for connection and belonging, especially for people experiencing social isolation.
Discover the Vision →Season of Compassion
Our mission is growing, and every act of generosity helps sustain that momentum. Support the programs, resources, and experiences that are turning compassion into meaningful action.
Raise Some Dough for Compassion!
Make a difference with a delicious treat. Our Krispy Kreme Digital Dozens fundraiser offers an easy way to support Compassion by Design's growing mission.
Purchase a $16 Krispy Kreme Digital Dozen certificate and help support our work.
Buy a Digital Dozen — $16Together, We Create Lasting Change
Compassion by Design is proof that meaningful progress begins with purpose and grows through action. Every supporter, volunteer, partner, and participant helps us build on what we've started.
Designing Care with Heart. Creating Change with Purpose.