Restore dignity, hope, and opportunity.
We uplift children and families through education, assistance, advocacy, and community-based programs.
Who we are
Dignity belongs to every child.
Children With Dignity Foundation is a Brooklyn-based nonprofit serving children, families, and underserved communities through education, humanitarian assistance, books, and direct outreach.
Our origin
From witnessing hardship to building hope.
During a post-graduate internship in the Dominican Republic, Renée Douyon entered the bateyes where many undocumented Haitian families lived and worked. She saw children and families confronting poverty, discrimination, and systems that offered little protection.
The experience became a call to action. After three years of groundwork, Children With Dignity Foundation launched on September 17, 2015.
Today, the Foundation combines education, humanitarian assistance, advocacy, books, and community outreach. People should never have to surrender their dignity in order to receive help.
Our compass
Mission, vision, and values.
Every child safe, educated, and supported.
We envision communities where every child can live with dignity and promise.
Compassion
Dignity
Faith
Integrity
Community
Our founder
Renée Douyon
Born in Haiti, Ms. Douyon immigrated to the United States at fifteen. Her lived experience, professional training, and Christian faith shaped a lifelong commitment to protect the dignity of children.
She earned a Master’s in Public Administration and Public Policy and participated in the United Nations Program. Her public-service experience includes New York City child welfare and education.
- Author, educator, and community advocate
- Master’s in Public Administration & Public Policy
- United Nations Program
- NYC public-service experience