Catches for Kids Foundation was founded in 2010 by St. Louis Rams wide receiver Donnie Avery with the goal of providing opportunities, support and resources to St. Louis children and families in need. The primary focus of the Catches for Kids Foundation is to improve the lives of low-income, at-risk children by providing daily support and life changing experiences. By 2012, over 45,000 children and their families' lives will have been touched by Avery's Catches for Kids Foundation through its signature programs: "Back to School," "Just Show Up!" and "Operation North Pole" programs. Avery has also been asked to serve as the "Attendance Spokesperson" for St. Louis Public Schools middle and high schools.

When New Orleans was hit by Hurricane Katrina, St. Louis Rams running back Marshall Faulk (retired '07) took action and founded the Marshall Faulk Foundation Hurricane Katrina Relief Fund. CheresseINK worked closely with Faulk's team to create A Food Rave (with Mosaic Restaurant) This cause marketed event made a huge impact on those who attended and while people were able to celebrate they were also able and willing to donate back to those who needed it more.

Saint Louis was lucky to have Glen Close choose her charity gala to kick off locally at the Four Seasons under the theme: Change A Mind, Change A Life. The INK team has a connection with mental health and making sure that there is more education created and awareness about this extremely painful yet interesting disease. CheresseINK designed an amazing four-star gala at the four-star event and was able to create awareness about a serious issue in a classy and inviting way. CheresseINK has also partnered with The Sansone Family Special Angel Project which is yet another amazing charity that helps to build awareness for mental health and wellness.