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Established in 2004, the Durham Children’s Aid Foundation (DCAF) is a registered charity supporting children, youth and families associated with the Durham Children’s Aid Society and those living in the Durham Region.

The Durham Children’s Aid Foundation (DCAF) extends a helping hand to children, youth and families living in vulnerable situations. Programs and activities supported by DCAF provide funding for essential programs and services. These services are not covered by government funding. DCAF focuses on assistance for children and youth living in economically disadvantaged and vulnerable family situations. Our goal is that every child or youth, regardless of their circumstances, have the resources and ability to reach their full potential.

DCAF supports various programs for children, youth and families.

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Durham Children’s Aid Foundation (DCAF) is committed to collaborating with the community to enable equal opportunities for children, youth, and families, so that they may reach their full potential.

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By supporting the Durham Children’s Aid Foundation (DCAF) you can help turn hope into reality, challenge into triumph and adversity into opportunity for over 4000 children, youth and their families.

There are many ways you can help to make a profound impact and change the life of a child. Your gift will help to ensure that No Child, Youth or Family Shall Be Left Behind.

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We Want to Thank Our Supporters

Durham Children’s Aid Foundations is pleased to acknowledge the commitment and ongoing support of our Innovators, Champions, Partners, Mentors and Donors who help to ensure that No Child, Youth or Family Shall Be Left Behind.

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