Your Support Matters

Your support provides free, trauma-informed massage to unhoused and marginalized communities, trains compassionate practitioners, sustains our volunteer network, and expands CTI’s reach to new neighborhoods across San Francisco.

3% Cover the Fee

Care Through Touch Institute is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit (EIN: 88-0189092). All donations are fully tax-deductible.

Extend the Ripple of Care

Why Give

Support Consistent Care

Help sustain long-term, trust-based relationships between practitioners and community members—care that grows stronger week after week.

Bring Relief and Connection

Help sustain long-term, trust-based relationships between practitioners and community members—care that grows stronger week after week.

Inspire Healing Through Touch

By giving, you help spread compassionate touch—restoring hope, health, and meaningful human connection.

Strengthen Community

Your donation fuels partnerships with local shelters, clinics, and community programs, expanding CTI’s reach and impact across San Francisco.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Yes! Care Through Touch Institute is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit (EIN: 88-0189092). All donations are fully tax-deductible.

  • Your contribution directly supports free, trauma-informed massage for unhoused and marginalized individuals in San Francisco. Donations help sustain consistent, compassionate care, fund practitioner training, and expand CTI’s reach to communities most in need.

  • Yes! We welcome licensed or nearly-licensed massage therapists to join our community of service-oriented volunteers. CTI offers chair massage in shelters, drop-in centers, and other community sites—bringing healing touch to people often excluded from traditional care. This work goes beyond technique: many clients have experienced trauma, and our environments can be dynamic. We seek therapists who are grounded, compassionate, and adaptable. Learn more on our volunteer page.

  • Yes! We gladly accept massage supplies and other materials that support our work. Please contact tali@carethroughtouch.org for more information.

  • Absolutely. You can make a gift to honor a loved one or remember someone special. CTI will send a personalized acknowledgment to the person or family you designate, sharing that your donation supports healing, dignity, and compassionate care.

    Please contact tali@carethroughtouch.org for more information.