About The Foundation
VISION STATEMENT
The Ryan and Jenny Dempster Family Foundation is dedicated to raising awareness of 22q11.2 deletion (DiGeorge Syndrome/VCFS) and reaching out to families with children with the disorder, and the charities that support them, to help them deal with difficult situations they face each day.
“Pitching in to raise awareness and help support children with 22q, as well as other charities in the Chicagoland area serving children in need.”
MISSION STATEMENT
The Ryan and Jenny Dempster Family Foundation strives to lend support to charities and organizations supporting children with 22q11.2 deletion (DiGeorge Syndrome/VCFS) through monetary grants, programs and increased community awareness. The Dempster Foundation empowers organizations to help children with rare illnesses overcome difficult situations through:
- providing funding to continue research for early detection of this disorder in children, supporting programs about 22q that provide education, physical therapy and activity to promote long term well being
- creating initiatives that build and instill confidence in these children,
- developing a 22q network for families affected by this disorder to share stories and help navigate heathcare options and treatment