About Us
The Dayna Elizabeth Karle (DEK) Addiction Recovery Foundation, also known as “DEK Foundation” was founded by Carolyn Karle in June 2022. Carolyn lost her beautiful daughter, Dayna to an unintentional drug overdose on September 19, 2021. Dayna was sober for over 9 months. This tragedy empowered Carolyn to establish DEK Foundation.​​
DEK Foundation is a community of trust, compassion, and unity, creating connection among all those impacted by addiction. DEK is built on the value of activism by creating change, ending stigma, and providing nurturing spaces for people living with addiction. DEK demands everyone is treated with dignity through kindness, respect and understanding.
Our Vision
A community free of stigma surrounding addiction where everyone belongs and is valued.
Our Mission
Dedicated to supporting and improving the lives of community members impacted by addiction.
