DURHAM CHILDREN'S AID FOUNDATION

Oshawa, Ontario, L1C0J4 Canada

Mission Statement

Join Us in Empowering Every Child's Journey! As the foundation, we partner with Durham Children's Aid Society to empower children, youth, families, and underserved members of our community. Our approach involves strategic fundraising, embracing diversity, and ensuring access to life-changing opportunities. Our vision is for a community in which every child, youth, and family thrives in happiness, surrounded by opportunities and unwavering support.

About This Cause

Durham Children’s Aid Foundation is a registered charity that supports more than 4,500 children, youth, and families across Durham Region each year. We partner with Durham Children’s Aid Society to provide access to life-changing opportunities for those who need it most. Our work is rooted in compassion, inclusion, and the belief that every child and youth deserves to be safe, supported, and given the chance to thrive. We focus on raising critical funds and delivering programs that meet urgent needs, remove barriers, and build brighter futures. Our Priorities Essential Care We meet urgent and everyday needs with dignity and care. This includes access to food, clothing, hygiene products, gift cards, baby supplies, school items, and emergency supports. Essential Care also includes our Holiday Hope campaign, which provides personalized gifts, warm clothing, and holiday meal support to hundreds of families during a season that can otherwise feel overwhelming or isolating. Bright Futures We help children and youth reach their full potential through access to education, tutoring, mentorship, and life skills development. This includes summer programs and camps that offer structure, connection, and confidence when home is not always a safe or joyful place. Safe Futures We support survivors of trauma, human trafficking, and intimate partner violence by connecting them with safe housing, mental health care, practical supports, and a trusted path forward. Our goal is to help every young person feel seen, supported, and empowered to rebuild. Together We Thrive Our vision is a community where every child, youth, and family can live with safety, dignity, and hope. With your support, we are not just meeting needs — we are creating lasting change. Join us in building a stronger, more compassionate Durham Region. Every gift makes a difference.

DURHAM CHILDREN'S AID FOUNDATION
1320 Airport Blvd Oshawa, On L1C0C6
Oshawa, Ontario L1C0J4
Canada
Phone 9054331551
Twitter @durhamcaf
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