Deo Duce Foundation

22/06/2026

A great day on the course. An even greater reason to be there. ⛳

The Deo Duce Foundation Annual Golf Fundraiser returns on Friday 4th September 2026 at Stanmore Golf Club, bringing together golfers, supporters, sponsors and friends for a day of sport, entertainment and fundraising.

Now in its 6th year, the event continues to raise vital funds to support the Foundation’s work with young people in Harrow — helping to create opportunities, provide support and make a lasting difference in the local community.

There are plenty of ways to get involved:

🏌️ Enter a team or join as an individual
🍽️ Come along for dinner
🎁 Donate a raffle or auction prize
🤝 Support the event as a sponsor

With team and individual prizes, fantastic entertainment from Bible Code Sundays and a brilliant evening hosted by Tommy O’Flaherty, it promises to be another memorable day.

Places are available now.

To find out more or reserve your spot, email [email protected]

18/06/2026

Trustee Eddy Dempsey recently visited Hotspot Community CIC alongside Fatima Asif and Anthea Kasonga of Young Harrow Foundation.

The visit was an opportunity to see the Harrow Change Makers programme in action - an initiative part-funded by Deo Duce Foundation and designed to support young people across the local community.

And action we certainly saw.

The 26-week programme supports children aged 7–14, providing organised activities in a safe space at Beacon centre Harrow, along with a snack, hot meal and structured educational support.

Overseen by Hayley Scarlett, the session included free-form activity followed by structured sports - this week, badminton and skipping, which proved far more competitive than expected!

The young people also benefit from visiting speakers covering important topics around wellbeing, safety and life skills. This week, Louise Nicholson, the local PCSO, delivered a session on e-bikes and phone security. Previous sessions have also included cooking on a budget, helping young people understand how to create healthy, nutritious meals.

The visit was thoroughly enjoyable and it was clear to see the positive impact of the programme. It is well structured, carefully recorded and delivered with real care and commitment.

Hayley brings a rare combination of organisation, creativity and deep commitment to young people - and clearly has the respect of those taking part.

The programme is also supported by Home Group Housing Association.

A fantastic example of Harrow Change Makers funding being put to excellent use for the benefit of young people in the community.

15/06/2026

There has been a lot of discussion recently about the number of 16–24 year olds who are not in employment, education or training.

But behind every statistic is a young person with potential.

For many, the issue is not a lack of ambition. It is a lack of access, confidence, guidance, opportunity and the right support at the right time.

At Deo Duce Foundation, we believe young people need more than labels. They need encouragement, real-world pathways and people who are willing to invest in their future.

When young people are given the chance to build confidence, develop skills and see what is possible, the impact can be life-changing — not just for them, but for their families, communities and the wider economy.

Young people are not a statistic. They are the future workforce, future business owners, future leaders and future changemakers.

The opportunity has to be there for them to step into.

What if the UK's NEET crisis isn't a skills crisis, but an opportunity crisis? 🧐 In economics, demand destruction happens when participation becomes too costly. The demand doesn't disappear. Access does. Over 1 million young people are now NEET. Yet every day I meet young people who want to work,...

12/06/2026

It’s Friday, it’s National Movie Night, and a lovely reminder that some of the simplest moments can mean the most.

A film, a few snacks, time together and a chance to switch off can create memories that stay with children and families long after the credits roll.

At Deo Duce Foundation, we believe in helping create opportunities and experiences that support young people, bring people together and make them feel valued.

Sometimes, it is the small moments of joy that make the biggest difference.

What movie will you be watching tonight? 🎬

08/06/2026

Positive to see more focus being placed on early support for children and young people with additional needs.

The new “Experts at Hand” offer aims to bring specialist support into schools, early years and post-16 settings, helping children receive help earlier and reducing the pressure on families to fight for the right support.

At Deo Duce Foundation, we believe every young person deserves the opportunity to thrive, and that starts with making sure support is accessible, timely and centred around the needs of the child.

Small steps in the right direction can make a lasting difference.

Read more > https://educationhub.blog.gov.uk/2026/06/experts-at-hand-everything-you-need-to-know/

We're making it easier for children to get specialist support in schools, early years and post-16 settings.  A new offer called Experts at Hand will bring specialists into schools, early years and post-16 education settings, so children can get help earlier, without families having to ...

04/06/2026

We believe every young person deserves the opportunity to fulfil their potential.

At Deo Duce Foundation, we support projects across Harrow that help young people with their education, well-being and skills development - from schools and sports clubs to arts, training and community initiatives.

As a local charity, support from businesses in and around Harrow can make a real difference.

Whether through a donation, regular contribution, sponsorship, event support or simply helping us raise awareness, your business could help create opportunities for young people in the local community.

If you would like to find out more about supporting Deo Duce Foundation, we would be delighted to hear from you.

📧 [email protected]
🌐 https://deoducefoundation.org.uk/support-us/

01/06/2026

A lovely one to share as we head into June 💚

The Joyful June calendar from Action for Happiness is full of small, simple ideas to help bring a bit more positivity into each day.

Nothing complicated, just little reminders to notice the good stuff, be kind, get outside, laugh, connect with others and look after yourself.

A nice one to save, share or try as the month goes on.

28/05/2026

A £20,000 Hole in One prize… and a day of golf for a brilliant cause. ⛳

Save the date for the Deo Duce Foundation 6th Annual Golf Fundraiser, taking place on Friday 4th September 2026 at Stanmore Golf Club.

Join us for a fantastic day of golf, prizes, entertainment and fundraising, all in support of the Foundation’s work helping young people in Harrow.

🏌️ Team and individual prizes
💷 £500 per team | £125 individual | £35 dinner only
⛳ Hole in One prize: £20,000
🏆 Prizes worth £2,000+
🎶 Music from Bible Code Sundays
🎤 Compere: Tommy O’Flaherty

Whether you’re playing, sponsoring, donating a prize or joining us for dinner, your support will help make a real difference.

Play for a purpose. Make a difference.

To find out more or reserve your spot, email [email protected]

26/05/2026

Happy half term from Deo Duce Foundation.

Whether you’re a working parent juggling childcare, activities and work, a teacher taking a well-earned pause, or a student enjoying a break from the usual routine, we hope this week brings a little space to reset and recharge.

Half term can look different for everyone, but however you’re spending it, we hope it gives you a chance to slow down, reconnect and enjoy some time away from the everyday rush.

Wishing all families, schools and communities a happy and restful half term.

22/05/2026

A collaboration between Salvatorian College and Business Education Events (BEE), funded by the Deo Duce Foundation, has helped Year 9 students gain valuable experience of the interview process.

Trustee Eddy Dempsey was one of 30 business volunteers who recently took part in a highly interactive mock interview session. The students had applied for a fictional apprenticeship role with BT and were interviewed by volunteers from a wide range of professional backgrounds.

For the vast majority of students, this was their first experience of being interviewed.

Feedback from the students was incredibly positive, including:

“This experience was very helpful and I truly believe this will help us.”

“What an amazing opportunity for us all today. Thank you to everyone that came and supported us. It has really given me the confidence to try harder and aim higher.”

“I greatly enjoyed the experience. The interviewer was nice and helpful and gave me feedback that I can keep in mind.”

“I learnt today how to answer questions strongly and with confidence, how to conduct myself in an interview, and developed my situational awareness and conversational skills.”

“I learnt that recruiters are looking for reasons to hire you, rather than reasons not to.”

The business volunteers were equally positive, commenting on the excellent behaviour of the boys and the warm welcome from BEE and the school.

Eddy commented:
“The whole event was very positive. The young people involved will all have gained a valuable insight into what to expect in an interview, as well as tips on how to research and prepare for it. I’m glad to collaborate with BEE and Salvatorian again.”