ABOUT US
Hen-Hen’s Dogcathcers Youth Foundation (DCYF) is a 501 (C)3 Non-Profit Organization, which provides assistance and support to the youth in our community, aged 5 to 18 years in age, with completing their educational goals by using athletics as a platform for many of their programs.
The DCYF has successfully operated since 1982, and in 1995 established its 501 (C)3 status. The DCYF has prominently and proudly provided a variety of resources in our communities ever since.
The mission of DCYF is to provide specialized programs that assist children and young adults in completing their high school degrees, continuing to support those who move on toward higher education.
Our specific programs include Team Building Concepts, Six Sigma, Project Management, Life Skills, Career Path Workshops, Financial Literacy, Computer Technology, Mentoring, Tutoring, and the provision of additional resources that lead to the pursuit of sustainable careers.
Many of the young men and women who have participated in DCYF programs have been inspired to study in such fields as Medicine, Law, Hospitality Management, Communications, Media, Computer Sciences, and General Business, just to name a few.
We are also proud to note that many of the youth who have participated in DCYF support programs have gone on to study and colleges such as the University of Southern California, Arizona State University, University of Arizona, University of Utah, University of New Mexico, the University of Nevada Las Vegas, Howard University, Memphis University, Mississippi State University, Jackson State University, Virginia Tech University, University of Missouri, Texas Christian University, University of San Diego, with some eventually studying abroad!
DCYF considers itself a one-stop program for young adults that help to build confidence and life skills in dealing with everyday life through a strong bond to both education and sports. Teamwork, dedication, patience, competition, and hard work apply to achieving their future goals.
We are proud to state that the experiences of the youth who have participated in DCYF programs have provided life-long skills, and opportunities and created opportunities for them to accomplish their dreams!
Our goal, with your support, is to continue to provide these programs through generous donations from those who care about our communities, youth, and future.