FAQ’s
What is DYF’s tax ID number?
94-6003673
What is the mission of the Diabetic Youth Foundation?
The mission of the Diabetic Youth Foundation (DYF) is to improve the quality of life for children, teens and families affected by diabetes. We accomplish this by providing education and recreation programs within a supportive community, encouraging personal growth, knowledge and independence.
Does DYF fund research?
No. DYF educates children, teens and families affected by type-1 diabetes how to manage their diabetes properly so they can take advantage of all of the wonderful opportunities that life has to offer.
Does DYF report to a National Agency?
No. DYF is a local independent non-profit founded in 1938 by Dr. Mary Olney, a physician from the University of San Francisco.
What is the percentage DYF spends on overhead?
In 2010 (lastest audited figures), DYF spent 16 cents out of each dollar received on administrative and fundraising costs.
Is DYF a United Way Member Agency?
DYF receives designated funds ONLY from United Way.
Is DYF an approved agency in the Consolidated Federal Campaign (CFC)?
Yes. Our number for the Bay Area Campaign is 51208.
How do I register for DYF programs?
DYF provides online forms that you can fill out. All you need is the Adobe Reader software to complete, download, save and print. To download a free version go to http://get.adobe.com/reader/otherversions/. To register for one of our programs please visit our main registration page.
Can I register for a program without sending in a deposit? And, If I am requesting a scholarship do I need to put down a deposit?
Unfortunately, no. All families, including those seeking a full scholarship must submit a deposit fee. DYF works with families and will accept payments on the deposit as long as the full deposit has been submitted 30 days prior to the beginning of the program.
In regards to registration can a buddy accompany my child during a session at Kids or Teens Bearskin Meadow Camp?
No, Kids Camp and Teen Camp are solely for kids and teens with type 1 diabetes. However, a buddy may attend with the child if attending a Family Session!
Can my child attend both Kids or Teen Camp and Family Camp?
Yes, as long as there is space in the sessions, we encourage participating in multiple sessions during the summer. Your child/teen can get so much out of attending on his/her own and the family can get so much out of attending a family session together too!
How do your payment plans work for your programs?
Families attending a summer session or our Fall weekend programs will be given until December 5 th to pay off camp fees. If attending programs in the Spring, families will have up to six months to pay off their program fees. We will run your debit/credit card on a monthly basis.
How do I apply for a Scholarship for a program?
Scholarships are provided on a limited basis and are not available for all DYF prgrams. Please visit each program page to determine if there are scholarships available. For each program offering a scholarship there will be a form to fill out and send in with proper documentation.
How soon will I be notified whether my family has been awarded a scholarship? How will you be notifying families?
Scholarship requests for our summer programs will be reviewed early March and every month going forward until there are no more scholarship funds. For weekend programs, we will review requests within two weeks from the date we receive the request. We will be notifying families via air mail.
How many scholarships may I be awarded in one year?
For newly diagnosed families, a scholarship for a weekend program + 1 summer session may be awarded per year. For returning families, one scholarship may be awarded per year.
I haven’t filed my taxes for last year, can I submit tax forms from a previous year?
The DYF would prefer to have tax forms from the previous year but if they are not available at the time you submit your scholarship request, tax forms from the previous year will do.
I haven’t worked in several years therefore I am not able to send in a 1040 tax form, what else can I send?
You are encouraged to send in any supporting documents that state financial income. Social security statements, child custody financial statements, food stamp documents or any other government aid are among some of the accepted documents.
If I am rewarded a scholarship and still cannot pay, will my deposit be refunded?
Yes, but we do offer partial scholarships AND interest free payment plans.
How do your payment plans work for your programs?
Families attending a summer session or our Fall weekend programs will be given until December 5 th to pay off camp fees. If attending programs in the Spring, families will have up to six months to pay off their program fees. We will run your debit/credit card on a monthly basis.
I have diabetes supplies I no longer need, can I donate these to DYF?
At this time, DYF is not accepting diabetes supplies. Please contact Ayuda Inc., an organization who works with people with type 1 worldwide. Their address is 1700 N. Moore Street Suite #2000 Arlington, VA 22209, phone # (703) 527-3860, email them at info@ayudainc.net or check their website at http://www.ayudainc.net/.
I have an old car I would like to donate, what number should I call?
Please contact Donate for Charity at 866-392-4483. Let them know you would like the proceeds to go to the Diabetic Youth Foundation. Their website is www.donateforcharity.com