Defeat Duchenne Canada
1 In every 5,000 boys in Canada suffer from Duchenne.
Around the world, 20,000 children are diagnosed with Duchenne each year.
About
Defeat Duchenne Canada is the country’s only national charity dedicated to ending Duchenne muscular dystrophy. Our goal is to provide leadership in research, advocacy, and support to ensure every Canadian affected by Duchenne can live a long and active life.
We are a community of families, advocates, donors, researchers and care practitioners. Together, we are tackling all aspects of the Duchenne diagnosis – from the psychosocial effects through pursuing enhancements in research and treatment. Our goal of a cure is lofty, but the boys and young men we are fighting for are worth it. We are happy you are here to learn more about our organization and the people whose lives you can change by believing in a world without Duchenne.
Our Impact
Since 1995, we have been dedicated to funding research and advocacy to address the immediate and ongoing needs of our Canadian families living with Duchenne muscular dystrophy. We are the only national charity in Canada who is pursuing the important yet challenging goal of eradicating this complex disorder.
While we are and will always continue to be in pursuit of a cure for Duchenne, our work also includes bringing together patient families, care practitioners, researchers and community members to provide information on the latest standards of care, and advocate for timely access to treatments and trials.
How your gift will be used
The gifts individuals give to Defeat Duchenne Canada hold profound meaning for our organization and the families we serve.
Regardless of what your budget is, you can make a difference for boys who need enhanced therapies, information, advocacy, a sense of community and a cure. Thank you for selflessly giving to support boys and young men who desperately need and deserve a better way forward. Your donation brings hope and support for boys and young men living with Duchenne, whose journeys are more difficult than most.
Legal Name
Defeat Duchenne Canada
Charity Number
89509-7756-RR0001
