​THE DAVID PHILLIPS FOUNDATION
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ABOUT

The David Phillips Foundation honors and preserves the memory of David Phillips, devoted husband to Allison, proud father to Laney, Sally, Ellie, Lucy, and Liam, Ironman & "IronDaddy," ultra-marathoner, youth sports coach, philanthropist, community leader, and neighbor and friend to all. While inspiring, encouraging, and supporting young athletes, the David Phillips Foundation strives to share Coach David's kind, gentle, and joyful spirit, and dedication to serving others. 

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​MISSION

The David Phillips Foundation supports and uplifts children and their families through after-school sports and rec programs that allow them to heal, grow, and play. 


​GUIDING PRINCIPLE 

Through play, children learn, grow, connect, and heal.
​Play is serious learning. Play is really the work of childhood. 
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​~ Fred Rogers

OUR WORK IS PLAY

DPF funds free after-school sports and recreation programs in Austin Title-I schools, offering opportunities for "play" to kids who might not otherwise have access. 


IMPACT

DPF offers free programs in nine Title-I schools, providing over 300 children with after-school opportunities to "play." Additionally, DPF provides supplemental income for teachers and coaches as program leaders, helping to strengthen student teacher relationships and school community connectedness. 

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FUTURE PLANS

DPF plans to launch four more programs, and double the number of students we serve, in 2025. We also have plans to begin our work to support families who have suffered the loss of a parent. 

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LET'S PLAY!
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​Visit davidphillipsfoundation.org to learn more about DPF, and how you can help us give the gift of play to kids who need it most.

DONATE
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Your donations help us continue to provide free sports and recreation programs in Title-I schools, and further our mission to support and uplift children and their families through "play."  Thank you!