THE D FOUNDATION

The D Foundation is a United Kingdom-based nonprofit organisation dedicated to supporting young people with creative talents who aspire to build careers in the creative industries. Founded by the creators of ASBO Magazine, the charity seeks to address the challenge faced by young, unemployed individuals in obtaining suitable training, practical experience, and job-ready skills outside traditional educational institutions such as universities or colleges[2][3].

Mission and Activities

Rooted in the principle that nurturing new creative talent is essential for the vitality of the UK’s arts and culture sectors, the organisation focuses on widening participation for young people from disadvantaged backgrounds. By providing access to real-world projects, such as those with its media partner ASBO Magazine, The D Foundation helps young creatives develop relevant work experience, thereby improving their employment prospects and contribution to their communities[2].

The foundation actively showcases the works, dreams, and ideas of unestablished young creatives on a global platform, aiming to elevate them alongside established brands and public figures. This initiative promotes diversity and inclusivity, reflected in the organisation’s name, where the ‘D’ stands for Diversity. The foundation’s structure embraces people from various protected characteristics and genders to foster an equitable creative community[1][2].

Governance and Operations

The D Foundation is registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales under charity number 1101179. Its governance includes three trustees and approximately 60 volunteers. The charity operates without remunerating its trustees and does not have any trading subsidiaries[3][4].

For the financial year ending April 30, 2024, the foundation reported an income of £22,000, primarily sourced from one government contract (£20,000) and an additional government grant (£2,000). Expenditure matched the income, indicating a balanced budget focused on charitable activities[3].

The organisation adheres to policies ensuring safeguarding of vulnerable beneficiaries, serious incident reporting, and volunteer management as part of its governance framework[4].

Impact and Partnerships

Through its programs and partnerships, The D Foundation plays a crucial role in helping young people gain footholds in the creative sector where opportunities for emerging talent have become increasingly limited. It collaborates with employers and agencies to improve the career destinations and employment outcomes of its participants, addressing issues such as sustained unemployment and underemployment among young creatives[2].

By championing diversity and supporting undergraduates and disadvantaged youth, The D Foundation contributes to a more inclusive and dynamic creative industry landscape in the UK.

External Links

• The D Foundation official website

[1] https://www.thedfoundation.com/our-projects/ [2] https://www.thedfoundation.com [3] https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/charity-details/?regid=1101179&subid=0 [4] https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/3999626/governance [5] https://who.foundation