# Dylan Alcott Foundation The Dylan Alcott Foundation is a charitable organization with the core purpose of helping young Australians with disabilities gain confidence, fulfill their potential and achieve their dreams. ## Pages - [angus_hincksman](https://www.dylanalcottfoundation.com.au/team-member/angus_hincksman) - [john_brown](https://www.dylanalcottfoundation.com.au/team-member/john_brown) - [helen_jameson](https://www.dylanalcottfoundation.com.au/team-member/helen_jameson) - [tom_phillips](https://www.dylanalcottfoundation.com.au/team-member/tom_phillips) - [DRAFT Disability Week/NMMF HOME](https://www.dylanalcottfoundation.com.au/): The Dylan Alcott Foundation is a charitable organisation dedicated to helping young Australians living with disability gain confidence, fulfil their potential - [Melb Marathon](https://www.dylanalcottfoundation.com.au/melb-marathon): Join thousands of others and make a difference as you run, jog, wheel or walk your way through the city streets, passing iconic Melbourne landmarks before finishing with a lap of honour around the MCG’s hallowed turf. - [Contact](https://www.dylanalcottfoundation.com.au/contact): Reach out to support young Australians with disabilities. Learn how you can help empower them to achieve their dreams. - [Shift 20 Initiative](https://www.dylanalcottfoundation.com.au/shift-20-initiative): Over 20% of Australians have a visible or non-visible disability*, yet only 1% of ads represent them**. Shift 20 is a not-for-profit initiative, working with a coalition of the nation's top brands towards increased disability representation, inclusion and accessibility in marketing and communications. - [Legacy Athletes DAF Nike Academy](https://www.dylanalcottfoundation.com.au/copy-of-daf-nike-academy): A high performance sport academy with the mission to empower Paralympic level athletes to achieve their best on the global stage. The Dylan Alcott Foundation Nike Academy is dedicated to nurturing high-performance athletes, providing them with the resources, guidance, and support they need to excel, embodying the spirit of determination, resilience, innovation and achievement. Meet the athletes! - [Shift 20 Initiative](https://www.dylanalcottfoundation.com.au/shift-20): Nearly 20% of Australians have a visible or non-visible disability*, yet only 1% of ads represent them**. The Shift 20 Initiative is a coalition of the nation’s top brands working towards increased disability representation, inclusion and accessibility in marketing and communications. We believe that together, our industry can help shift the perception of what disability is and what it can be – creating a more inclusive Australia, for everyone. - [Giving](https://www.dylanalcottfoundation.com.au/giving): Help young Australians with disabilities achieve their dreams. Support our programs through donations & partnerships. - [About DAF](https://www.dylanalcottfoundation.com.au/about): Support young Australians with disabilities to achieve their dreams. Join us in making a difference through grants & advocacy. - [Scholarships](https://www.dylanalcottfoundation.com.au/scholarships): Support young Australians with disabilities in achieving their dreams through scholarships. Apply today for transformative educational opportunities. - [Resources](https://www.dylanalcottfoundation.com.au/resources): Access resources to support young Australians with disabilities. Join our initiatives for inclusion & empowerment today! - [University Canberra](https://www.dylanalcottfoundation.com.au/university-canberra): The Dylan Alcott Foundation empowers young Australians with disabilities through scholarships & initiatives. Join us in making a difference! - [University Newcastle](https://www.dylanalcottfoundation.com.au/university-newcastle): Support young Australians with disabilities through scholarships & community initiatives. Join us in promoting inclusivity today! - [University RMIT](https://www.dylanalcottfoundation.com.au/university-rmit): Empowering young Australians with disabilities through scholarships & initiatives. Join us in fostering inclusivity & support. - [University Griffith](https://www.dylanalcottfoundation.com.au/university-griffith): Empowering young Australians with disabilities through scholarships & support. Join us in making a difference today! - [University Tasmania](https://www.dylanalcottfoundation.com.au/university-tasmania): Support young Australians with disabilities through scholarships & initiatives. Join us in promoting inclusivity & accessibility. - [University Curtin](https://www.dylanalcottfoundation.com.au/university-curtin): Support young Australians with disabilities through scholarships & advocacy. Join us in creating equal opportunities today! - [University Charles Darwin](https://www.dylanalcottfoundation.com.au/university-charles-darwin): Empowering young Australians with disabilities through grants & scholarships. Join us in creating opportunities for success! - [HOME](https://www.dylanalcottfoundation.com.au/home-original): The Dylan Alcott Foundation is a charitable organisation dedicated to helping young Australians living with disability gain confidence, fulfil their potential - [Partnerships](https://www.dylanalcottfoundation.com.au/partnerships): Learn how we partner with organizations to empower young Australians with disabilities. Join us in fostering inclusivity & support. - [University La Trobe](https://www.dylanalcottfoundation.com.au/university-la-trobe): Support young Australians with disabilities through scholarships & community initiatives. Join us in making a difference today! - [Ambassadors](https://www.dylanalcottfoundation.com.au/ambassadors): Support young Australians with disabilities through advocacy & donations. Help amplify their voices & create opportunities today! - [Template](https://www.dylanalcottfoundation.com.au/template): Support young Australians with disabilities through grants & scholarships. Help them achieve their dreams by donating today! - [Giving Day](https://www.dylanalcottfoundation.com.au/giving-day): Celebrate Giving Day! We raised $153,661 to empower young Australians with disabilities. Thank you for your support! - [University Wollongong](https://www.dylanalcottfoundation.com.au/university-wollongong): Empowering young Australians with disabilities through scholarships & support. Join us in making a difference today! - [DAF Nike Academy](https://www.dylanalcottfoundation.com.au/nike-academy): A high performance sport academy with the mission to empower Paralympic level athletes to achieve their best on the global stage. The Dylan Alcott Foundation Nike Academy is dedicated to nurturing high-performance athletes, providing them with the resources, guidance, and support they need to excel, embodying the spirit of determination, resilience, innovation and achievement. Meet the athletes! - [Ability Fest](https://www.dylanalcottfoundation.com.au/ability-fest): Ability Fest is an inclusive music festival supporting young Australians with disabilities. Join us in celebrating access & community! - [DRAFT GD HOME](https://www.dylanalcottfoundation.com.au/draft-gd-home): Empowering young Australians with disabilities through grants & scholarships. Support our mission today! - [Privacy Terms](https://www.dylanalcottfoundation.com.au/privacy-terms): Understand how we protect your personal information. Read our privacy terms for transparency in donations & data security. - [NIDA - National Institute of Dramatic Arts](https://www.dylanalcottfoundation.com.au/nida---national-institute-of-dramatic-arts): Empowering young Australians with disabilities through scholarships & advocacy. Join us in creating opportunities for success. - [Disability Week](https://www.dylanalcottfoundation.com.au/Disability-week): Disability Week makes it easy for primary schools to start meaningful conversations about disability. - [University Deakin](https://www.dylanalcottfoundation.com.au/deakin-university): Support young Australians with disabilities through scholarships & community initiatives. Join us in promoting inclusivity today! - [AFTRs - Australian Film Television and Radio School](https://www.dylanalcottfoundation.com.au/aftrs---australian-film-television-and-radio-school): Support young Australians with disabilities to achieve their dreams. Apply for scholarships & grants today! - [University Adelaide](https://www.dylanalcottfoundation.com.au/university-adelaide): Support young Australians with disabilities through scholarships & community initiatives. Join us in promoting inclusivity today! - [University Flinders](https://www.dylanalcottfoundation.com.au/university-flinders): Empowering young Australians with disabilities through scholarships & advocacy. Join us in creating opportunities for success! - [University Swinburne](https://www.dylanalcottfoundation.com.au/university-swinburne): Empower young Australians with disabilities through tailored scholarships. Join us in creating opportunities for success! - [Donate](https://www.dylanalcottfoundation.com.au/donate): Support young Australians with disabilities. Donate now to help them achieve their dreams and promote inclusion. - [Ability Day Resources](https://www.dylanalcottfoundation.com.au/ability-day-resources): Celebrate Ability Day with resources to promote inclusion for young Australians with disabilities. Support our mission to break down barriers. - [80 for 20 Initiative](https://www.dylanalcottfoundation.com.au/80for20): Unlock your share of over $10 million in added value media for your next campaign. When brands cast talent with disability in their campaigns, it’s the equivalent of boosting return on investment by 65%.* And for those that do, we’ll be boosting it even further. Introducing 80 for 20, a new program amplifying your campaign with a share of over $10 million in added media value when you cast people with disability in your campaign. Have an upcoming campaign that’s inclusive of disability? Or ready to cast inclusively in your next campaign? Find out more below. - [Charter & Reporting](https://www.dylanalcottfoundation.com.au/acnc-charter---reporting): Access our Charter & Annual Reports. Support young Australians with disabilities to achieve their dreams through your donations. - [Grant Stories](https://www.dylanalcottfoundation.com.au/grant-stories): Read inspiring stories of young Australians with disabilities achieving their dreams through grants. Support their journeys today! - [Our Partners](https://www.dylanalcottfoundation.com.au/our-partners): Learn about our partners supporting young Australians with disabilities. Join us in creating opportunities through donations. - [Apply for a Grant](https://www.dylanalcottfoundation.com.au/grant-application): Grant program is temporarily closed. Check back for updates on funding for young Australians with disabilities. ## Blog Posts - [2026 Ability Fest After Movie](https://www.dylanalcottfoundation.com.au/2026-ability-fest-after-movie) - [Nike Melbourne Marathon](https://www.dylanalcottfoundation.com.au/nike-melbourne-marathon) - [2025 All Abilities Day - Australian Open ](https://www.dylanalcottfoundation.com.au/all-abilities-day-australian-open) - [Road to Kasama](https://www.dylanalcottfoundation.com.au/road-to-kasama-a-journey-of-discovery) - [2024 Ability Fest After Movie](https://www.dylanalcottfoundation.com.au/2024-ability-fest-after-movie) - [Coles Group & Bonds team with DAF](https://www.dylanalcottfoundation.com.au/bonds-activation-in-coles) - [50 Marathons in 50 Days: Pat Abrey's Inspiring Journey](https://www.dylanalcottfoundation.com.au/pat-smashes-50-marathons-in-50-days) - [An Evening for Change with Ashurst](https://www.dylanalcottfoundation.com.au/an-evening-for-change) - [A Night at the NGV with University of Melbourne](https://www.dylanalcottfoundation.com.au/a-night-at-the-ngv-with-melbourne-university) - [DAF ROCKS ROCKY HORROR](https://www.dylanalcottfoundation.com.au/rocky-horror-show) - [All Abilities Day - Australian Open ](https://www.dylanalcottfoundation.com.au/ao-all-abilities-day) - [Remove the barrier Campaign](https://www.dylanalcottfoundation.com.au/remove-the-barrier-campaign) - [Accessible Garden](https://www.dylanalcottfoundation.com.au/accessible-garden) - [Madame Tussauds](https://www.dylanalcottfoundation.com.au/madame-tussauds) - [Millionaire Hot Seat](https://www.dylanalcottfoundation.com.au/millionaire-hot-seat) - [Long Lunch Melbourne](https://www.dylanalcottfoundation.com.au/long-lunch-melbourne) - [Nike Runners Helping Runners Campaign](https://www.dylanalcottfoundation.com.au/nike-runners-helping-runners-campaign) - [Rexona Not Done Yet Campaign](https://www.dylanalcottfoundation.com.au/rexona-not-done-yet-campaign) - [A Night at Marvel Stadium](https://www.dylanalcottfoundation.com.au/efc-night) - [FIFA Women's World Cup](https://www.dylanalcottfoundation.com.au/fifa-wwc) - [2023 Ability Fest After Movie](https://www.dylanalcottfoundation.com.au/2023-ability-fest-after-movie) - [2021 Ability Fest After Movie](https://www.dylanalcottfoundation.com.au/2021-ability-fest-after-movie) - [2019 Ability Fest After Movie](https://www.dylanalcottfoundation.com.au/2019-ability-fest-after-movie) - [2018 Ability Fest After Movie](https://www.dylanalcottfoundation.com.au/2018-ability-fest-after-movie)