Youth Inspire Series Partner
We are happy to announce RBC as our official 2025 Youth Inspire Community Day (YICD) partner. YICD is an immersive experiential learning in-person experience for Halton & Hamilton high school students, led by the DTBY Community Youth Council. This annual symposium is DTBY’s annual signature event that empowers participants by connecting them with community leaders, innovators, mentors and other youth.
Online learning platform partners
Burlington Foundation
A grant from the Burlington Foundation has enabled DTBY to implement the Emotional Resilience and Wellness Online “Leader Within” Program , designed to arm participants with the tools and mindset to navigate life’s challenges with confidence and grace. Tailored for ages 14–24, this program is free and will boost participants’ self-esteem, hone essential life skills, and establish meaningful connections within their community.
corporate sponsors
DTBY 2025 in kind sponsors
a special thanks to our private donors
- Donald Belovich
2025 change partners
NFP commUNITY partners
DTBY is committed to working with community partners to reach students from underrepresented populations, and we have adapted our programming to focus on the needs of these populations.
through your support we’re going to change our community
Dare to be Youth Charity (DTBY) supports leadership development opportunities and initiatives that build, empower, and inspire transformation and resilience in our students. Our long-term goal is to see businesses and people within our community continue to be engaged and contribute so that we can sustain giving in an even bigger way.