To make a positive difference to young people’s wellbeing through group and 121 activities
DCF support Children & Young People to develop their confidence, self-esteem and resilience, increasing their overall wellbeing. We use recreational activities, creative workshops and evidence-based practice to help make a positive difference.
Reach out to learn more about our community programmes or visit here for more information.
Taking part is simple. Select the which session or sessions you would like to participate in and clink the sign up now button. You will then need to complete a simple referral form which asks basic details. Referral forms need to be completed by an adult. A member of the team will then be in touch. Alternatively you can call or email us on the details provided in our contacts section.
If you would like to volunteer with DCF simply click on our volunteering section on the website and clink on the referral link to complete our volunteer form. Alternatively you could email volunteer@duffusfoundation.org for all volunteering enquires.
If you are donating to DCF, we will ensure to acknowledge all people who donate to support our cause. If you are a regular donor or an organisation who has supported us, we will provide you with updates on the difference your contribution has had to our service delivery.
For all press and media enquires please email info@duffusfoundation.org or call 07856482888
If you’re aged 8-17, we want to make you feel as welcome as possible. If you have access requirements, or are anxious about coming along, get in touch and we will work with you to adapt as much as we can
To access our community programmes or 121 support, fill out this simple form
To enquire about our Croydon schools programme, email Helen@duffusfoundation.org, or if you’re from another area, email info@duffusfoundation.org
If you’re over 17, there are plenty of ways you can get involved with DCF and still access our community. Just get in touch with helen@duffusfoundation.org
Sessions are currently running in community venues in Croydon. Please contact us for more information helen@duffusfoundation.org
07856482888
Duffus Community Foundation
Weatherill House Business Centre, New South Quarter, 23 Whitestone Way, Croydon CR0 4WF
Leroy Duffus was the Founder of DCF. After being diagnosed with sarcoma (a rare bone cancer) in 2013, which became terminal by 2015, Leroy Duffus decided he wanted to give something back.
Leroy had many years' experience in both the voluntary and statutory sectors, working with young people and adults. Leroy started to get involved with charities supporting individuals affected by cancer. He soon discovered the lack of local community charities supporting young people, especially those around the patient i.e. children of cancer patients, siblings, carers etc.
Leroy was a people person who worked hard. Leroy had strong family values and he enjoyed having a laugh and interacting with others. He always put other people first and he possessed endless courage and resilience.
In 2017, Leroy decided to form a committee of friends and family who shared his vision: to work together to support young people, and DCF was born. Leroy sadly passed away in September 2018 but his vision and legacy lives on. The Foundation is currently being led by Leroy's younger brother, Brian Duffus.
We are a family-led charity and Duffus is actually our family name! Our founder, Leroy Duffus, set up the Foundation in 2017. Members of his family and friends, alongside new additions to the DCF family, have continued the work that Leroy started, in order to help keep his legacy alive.
Our tree logo represents the long-term growth and support we offer to children and young people. The roots represent the strong foundations we build, and the branches signify our aim to help develop new pathways and opportunities for each person. Together we aim to grow with the young person and their family.
Then
We are often referred to by others as ‘DCF or Duffus Foundation.
DCF originally stood for Duffus Cancer Foundation. When our Founder, Leroy, established the charity, he aimed to support only young people who had been indirectly affected by cancer, by providing them with recreational wellbeing support.
Now
DCF now focuses on supporting all young people’s wellbeing (aged 8-17) by improving their self-esteem, confidence and resilience. As a result of this, the ‘C’ in DCF now stands for Community, meaning our support encompasses a range of different people and their unique needs.
