Durham Children's Aid Foundation - Durham Children's Aid Society

About Us

At Durham Children’s Aid Foundation, we are committed to empowering children, youth, and families in Durham Region. As the charitable partner of Durham Children’s Aid Society, we raise essential funds to support those involved in the child welfare system and underserved members of our community.

Our mission is to partner with Durham Children’s Aid Society to empower children, youth, families, and underserved members of the community through strategic fundraising, embracing diversity, and ensuring access to life-changing opportunities.

Our vision is a community in which every child, youth, and family thrives in happiness, surrounded by opportunities and unwavering support.

Together, we can build a future where every child and family in our community thrives.

Join Our Board

We’re recruiting volunteer Board Members to help guide the Durham Children’s Aid Foundation’s mission. If you live or work in Durham Region and want to create real impact for children, youth, and families—this is your chance. Deadline to apply is June 4, 2025.

📩 Apply to: christina.nelson@durhamcaf.ca

🔗 Link to Board of Directors – Volunteer Opportunity Posting

Events

Fore the Future 2025

On May 14, our community came together for the Fore the Future Golf Tournament in support of our Empowered Futures Fund and Camps Program. Thanks to your generosity, we raised vital funds to help children and youth access education, build confidence, and experience the joy of summer camp.

🔗Link to View-the-2025-Event-Program

Thank you to our event sponsors

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Our Impact

Durham Children's Aid Foundation Annual Report 2023-2024

2024 Financials – Durham Children's Aid Foundation

Programs and Focus Areas

Our programs and initiatives offer a broad spectrum of support, addressing both immediate needs and long-term development, ensuring that child, family and youth receives the assistance they need today while building a foundation for a brighter tomorrow.

Compassion in Action Fund

Every moment counts in a crisis. The Compassion in Action Fund provides lifesaving support to children and families facing urgent challenges. Your donation ensures immediate access to shelter, food, and essentials when they have nowhere else to turn.

Be the reason a family finds hope in their darkest hour.
EmpowerED Futures Fund

Education doesn’t look the same for everyone – especially for children and youth in care. Did you know that fewer than 50% of kids in care graduate high school? The EmpowerED Futures Fund is changing that.

Your support provides tutoring, technology, and bursaries to help young people overcome barriers, build confidence, and achieve their educational dreams.

Interested in creating a bursary? Explore our Invest in the Future Bursary Giving Opportunities Guide to learn how to support a student’s journey today.
Camps for Kids Fund

For many children, breaks from school aren’t always joyful – they can mean less stability and fewer growth opportunities. The Camps for Kids Fund provides access to camps and recreational experiences year-round, offering children a chance to explore, grow, and thrive in a supportive environment.

From building confidence to creating lifelong memories, these experiences can be life-changing for kids who need it most.
Holiday Hope

Every child deserves to feel the magic of the holidays—the joy of receiving a gift, the warmth of a festive meal, and the comfort of knowing someone cares. Through Holiday Hope, you can make the season brighter for children, youth, and families who might otherwise go without.

Your generosity helps fill homes with joy, laughter, and love during the holiday season.
Human Trafficking Prevention and Recovery Support

Human trafficking is a devastating reality in Canada, with over 90% of reported victims being women and girls – and 1 in 4 victims under the age of 18. We support the CARE Team (Child Abuse, Recovery, and Empowerment) in their important work to prevent exploitation and provide recovery support for survivors.

Your donations help fund essential services such as counseling, safe housing, transportation, education, and advocacy.

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Support and Giving Options

Be a part of something extraordinary; help us transform the lives of children, youth, and families in our community. Together, we can create a future where every child has the opportunity to thrive, grow, and succeed.

Ways to Give

Make a Donation → Provide direct support where it’s needed most.
Host a Fundraising Event → Turn your golf tournament, birthday, or workplace fundraiser into a force for good.
Corporate Giving & Sponsorships → Engage your business and make a lasting impact.

Interested in fundraising for us? Download our Event Tool Kit to get started! Need help planning? Contact Jackie Vieira at jacqueline.vieira@durhamcaf.ca.