Raising hope. Raising funds. Changing lives.
Founded by Keith Duffy in 2015, raising funds for children's charities across Ireland — with a strong link to autism awareness and direct support for families on the ground.
CHANGING LIVES
SUPPORTING CHILDREN & FAMILIES
Quietly, steadily, building a kinder Ireland.
The Foundation exists to give a louder voice and stronger hand to the charities doing extraordinary work, often without the resources they deserve.
Direct support
100% of public donations go directly to our chosen charity partners — not to overheads.
Real partnerships
We work hand-in-hand with charity teams to amplify their reach and impact.
Awareness first
We use our platform to put causes in the spotlight that need to be heard.
Community led
Volunteers, fundraisers and donors are the beating heart of everything we do.
The causes closest to our hearts.
Every charity we support is hand-picked for the difference they make every day.
Inclusive primary education
Pelletstown Educate Together
An Educate Together national school in Pelletstown, Dublin. The Foundation helped fund a state-of-the-art sensory pod, giving students a calm, dedicated space during the school day.
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Assistance dogs for autistic children
Autism Assistance Dogs Ireland
Autism Assistance Dogs Ireland (AADI) trains assistance dogs that provide life-changing support to autistic children and their families. Funds from the KDF Golf Day covered the full training…
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Inclusive youth club
Sheps Youth Club
A youth club creating inclusive spaces where every child feels seen and supported. Keith visited with much-needed equipment and sensory bags for every child in the club.
Learn moreWe want to go direct to the people in need — helping individuals, families and schools, in particular — so that funds raised make a real and immediate difference.Keith Duffy — Founder
What's happening at the Foundation.
Two Incredible Events, One Shared Purpose: Thank You
As we wrap up another successful Charity Golf Day and Dublin Marathon, a heartfelt thank you to everyone who played, ran, sponsored, donated and volunteered.
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Could You Be Part of Team KDF for Dublin Marathon 2027?
We’re building our team for the Dublin Marathon on 24 October 2027. Register your interest and run for autistic children and their families.
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Dublin Marathon 2026: 26.2 Miles, One Incredible Cause
Team KDF took on the Irish Life Dublin Marathon on Sunday 25 October 2026. Thank you to every runner, fundraiser and supporter.
Read storyEvery contribution writes a new story.
Whether you give once, fundraise, or volunteer your time — your kindness reaches further than you think.