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WHO WE ARE

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We are a different kind of international award — one granted by a Foundation unlike any other. We stand apart because we don’t simply fund the usual projects that most foundations support. Instead, we take an active, hands-on approach, working directly with young people to train and empower them and help shape their futures alongside them.

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If you believe in ethical business and think that giving a meaningful job or opportunity is more impactful than a simple subsidy, this Foundation is for you. If you believe that teaching skills, fostering self-sufficiency, and creating well-being for yourself and others is the path to lasting change, then this Foundation is your Foundation.

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We are more than an award — we are a launchpad for potential, a bridge to opportunity, and a catalyst for real impact.

We Reward Those Who Create Success and Development

We believe in the potential of all people — young or young at heart — who have the courage and determination to start anew. We believe in those who create opportunities, empower others, and drive success for the communities we support.

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After 25 years, the TRUST DH INTERNATIONAL Award is evolving. While the story remains the same, the future is even more prestigious.

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Starting in 2022, the award has been renamed, expanded, and its purpose enhanced to The Duke of Dijon’s Award.

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This award celebrates visionaries, changemakers, and leaders — those who turn ambition into action and opportunities into lasting impact.

ABOUT US 

At the Duke of D Foundation, we believe philanthropy should do more than ease suffering — it should reshape destinies. Unlike other organisations, we invest strategically in healthcare infrastructure, community development, and long-term economic empowerment. By revitalising hospitals and clinics, we ensure families have access to life-saving care. By supporting orphanages, we give vulnerable children not just shelter — but hope, dignity, and a path to a brighter future.

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But we don’t stop there.

We invest in projects that create employment opportunities, generate sustainable livelihoods, and transform economic realities so that entire communities can thrive — not just survive.

Our work is bold. Our vision is big. And every project we undertake has one shared goal: lasting impact.

 

Despite his extensive professional responsibilities, the Duke steadfastly devotes his time and personal engagement to supporting numerous non-profit charities, institutes, trade associations, historical organisations, companies, and institutions. His commitment reflects a lifelong dedication to service, stewardship, and the advancement of society.

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His involvement goes beyond patronage — it reflects a personal belief that leadership carries a responsibility to uplift communities, preserve heritage, and create opportunities that endure for generations.

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CONTACT 

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