Nourishing Hearts Through Compassion

When a family is navigating the devastating loss of a child, even the simplest daily tasks can feel overwhelming. Finding the energy to prepare a meal—or even deciding what to eat—often becomes one more impossible task. Yet nourishing the body is essential during life’s hardest moments.

The simple gift of a warm meal means more than words can express. It’s more than just food, it’s comfort, community, and one less burden for these families to carry.

That is why the generosity of the FMK Hospitality Group has become such a meaningful part of the Kathryn Leigh Thurgaland (KLT) Foundation’s efforts to care for grieving families.

A Commitment Rooted in Compassion

In January 2025, when the leadership team at FMK Hospitality Group learned about the KLT Foundation’s mission to support families grieving the loss of a child, they immediately asked how they could help. Their answer was simple but incredibly meaningful. FMK offered to provide fresh, comforting meals that the Foundation could deliver directly to families during Grief Week—a time when everyday responsibilities can feel especially overwhelming.

Since then, FMK Hospitality Group has been a steadfast supporter of the KLT Foundation.

Their generosity has allowed us to place nourishing, restaurant-quality meals into the hands of families when they need them most, offering not only food, but also comfort, compassion, and the reminder that their community cares.

More Than Hospitality

Throughout Central Florida, FMK Hospitality Group is recognized for creating exceptional dining experiences. Through their continued generosity, they have shown that their commitment extends far beyond their restaurants. Because of FMK Hospitality Group’s generosity, families served through Grief Week are given more than a meal, they receive a tangible reminder that their community is walking beside them.

The KLT Foundation Board of Directors extends its heartfelt gratitude to Fred Karimipour and the entire FMK Hospitality Group family. Thank you for your generosity, your compassion, and your willingness to serve our community in such a meaningful way.

Your kindness is making a lasting difference—one meal, one family, and one act of compassion at a time.