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Our Founders

Co Founder

Patsy Hallmey

Patsy was honoured to be a Meridian Region finalist in the 2018 Pride of Britain Awards. Governor of Montacute School. Member of AFCB Disability Working Group. Committee member Dorset FA Inclusion Advisory Group. 07796902512 Patsy@thedcf.org

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Co Founder

Scott Akam

07833318285 Scott@thedcf.org

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Trustees

Trustee

Richard Harrison-Poole

Director of School and Academy Sport and Head of Co-curricular at Bournemouth Collegiate School. The DCF have worked with Richard on a weekly basis over the last 3 years to arrange inclusive events and fundraising activities. He is totally committed to inclusion and passionate about sporting opportunities for all.

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Trustee

Alex Deutsch

Alex has been a friend to The DCF long before he became a Trustee, he has worked tirelessly behind the scenes to befriend and help our families and their children and is constantly championing our cause. He is a very valuable member of our team and is just like a big brother to many of our children.

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Trustee

Simon Coulter

Simon Coulter is the Head of Marketing at Bournemouth Collegiate School our longterm Charity Partner. Simon is keen to promote inclusivity and educational awareness on all aspects of disability. From family fun days to sponsored walks he has been instrumental in organising fundraising events and activities.

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Trustee

Conor Mullen

Conor is Managing Director of Think Research, an award winning ATM Consultancy. Conor specialises in business strategy and financial planning and uses this expertise to benefit The DCF. He is a passionate AFCB supporter and is frequently found as mascot Dorsey Bear at home games.

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Trustee

Bobbie Dove

Bobbie is a Councillor representing Littledown & Iford. She works with Bournemouth Borough Council and our parents to ensure that the voice of disability is heard. She is Vice Chairman of The Corporate Parenting Panel and is The Partner Governor at Dorset Healthcare University NHS Foundation Trust.

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Patrons

Patron

Steven Young Lord of Westbury

Stephen does a vast amount of voluntary work, alongside being our very active Patron, he is a Trustee at Charles Rolls Memorial Trust, Ambassador at Julia’s House Children’s Hospice, Dorset Cancer Care Foundation & Forest Holme Hospice.

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Patron

Jane Kelly

Jane Kelly is a Councillor for Boscombe West, Cabinet Member, Portfolio Holder for Regeneration & Public Health Bournemouth Borough Council is also a member of Bournemouth Poole Health Well-being. Jane Kelly has worked with us since we started our charity in 2013.

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Patron

Lisa Johnstone

Lisa is Mum to Kitty who has two rare genetic disorders so she really understands what our parents are going through. She visits our parents and offers both face to face and online support. Lisa was formerly a Trustee for Julia's House.

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Patron

Jane Jones

Jane Jones is one of our most fervent supporters. She has organised golf tournaments, fundraising events and promotes us wherever she can. Jane has introduced us to two of our charity partners PTFC and Bournemouth Collegiate School.

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Ambassadors

Ambassador

Harry Redknapp

Harry became involved with The DCF after supporting one of our children Ethan Burney at a sportsman dinner. He said " The work you've done has just been amazing and the help you've given to so many children is just beyond belief. Keep up the good work, your fantastic."

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Ambassador

Chris Nash

Chris Nash is an elite wheelchair racer, who recently won both The Yorkshire and Bristol Marathons. Chris is passionate about making sure people get the best opportunities available to them and removing the barriers to participation.

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Ambassador

Chris Billam-Smith

We’re just so delighted to introduce our new Charity Ambassador, Chris Billam -Smith. The love and support of the sport community is so important to our kids and Chris has been a long term friend & supporter of The DCF. He is absolutely committed to helping us and is a truly lovely man.

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Ambassador

Jack Eyers

Jack is an inspirational role model who aims to raise the profile of disability and to show that with determination and hard work anything is possible. Jack is a Paralympian representing the U.K. in Canoeing, is Mr England and was the first amputee cat walk model at New York Fashion Week.

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Ambassador

Geva Mentor

Geva is a 2018 Commonwealth Gold Medal Winner as part of the English Rose Netball Team. She coaches athletics to people who are differently abled and is involved with The Special Olympics Bournemouth & District. Geva is an inspirational role model who aims to break down barriers & promote integration.

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Parent Ambassador

Tilly Brown

Tilly is mum to Charlie who has Turner Syndrome. Prior to becoming a mum, Tilly supported families who had a child with additional needs and then became a Portage consultant for Bournemouth Borough Council. Tilly combines her personal and professional experiences to support our families.

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Parent Ambassador

Danni Jones

Danni is mum to Noah who has a very rare genetic condition meaning he is unable to talk and is in a wheelchair. As a parent Danni offers vital support to other families in similar situations as she remembers the fear and loneliness she has suffered. She is available to offer advice and a shoulder to lean on.

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Ambassadors

Adam Sevenoaks

Adam has Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, a degenerative muscle waisting disease. However, Adam and his family do not see this as a barrier and he actively participates in activity's that his able bodied peers are able to do. He has a black belt in Taekwondo and participates in park runs and wheelchair football.

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Ambassador

Jack Pyne

Jack organises the framing and auctioning of our donated sporting memorabilia and is responsible for organising fundraising football tournaments and group participation in The Bournemouth Marathon Festival. Jack is always willing to help out in any way he can and is a delightful addition to our team.

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Ambassador

Paul Thompson

Paul is a professional photographer who is regularly involved in events and fundraisers (he has a background in event organising and administration). Well known by many Bournemouth businesses and organisations he is popular with both adults and children.

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Official Mascot

Dorsey Bear

Twitter: @Dorsey_bear

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Ambassador

Scott Howell

Scott is really looking forward to working with us. He refuses to let his disability be a barrier and enjoys socialising, going out with friends to gigs, clubs and pubs. Scott will be writing a regular blog about his experiences as a wheelchair user and has kindly agreed to help with our Accessible For All Group. Scott is absolutely inspirational and we are delighted that he is helping us. Scott has recently set up a Dj business, covering all genres under the name DJ Nose it.

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Our Team

Head of Operations | Co Founder

Patsy Hallmey

Patsy was honoured to be a Meridian Region finalist in the 2018 Pride of Britain Awards. Governor of Montacute School. Member of AFCB Disability Working Group. Committee member Dorset FA Inclusion Advisory Group. 07796902512 Patsy@thedcf.org

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Co Founder

Scott Akam

07833318285 Scott@thedcf.org

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Paddy's Purpose

Gemma Cardona

07982 895868 Gemma@thedcf.org

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Head of Marketing

Adrienne Coles

07955231779 Adrienne@thedcf.org

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Retail Manager

Jayne Carr

Jayne is our retail manager and has been with us since the beginning. You would not find a more loyal, honest, hardworking person. Jayne is absolutely passionate about our charity and has not only shaved her head to raise funds but also completed a skydive.

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Give Kids The World Advisor

Julie Painter

07748594727 julie.painter@hays-travel.co.uk

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Support & Development Manager/ Mental Health Advisor

Hayley Cheshire

Hayley@thedcf.org 07873396108

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Public Collections

Carol Batten

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Let’s play a DCF activity group

Emily Sutton

07921 868949 Email Emily@suttonaccountancy.co.uk

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Public Collections

Felicity Suzanne

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Shop Staff

Community Events

Louise Hands - Heathfield

07711 133705 Louise@thedcf.org

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Assistant Manager Boscombe

Paulene Chambers

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Manager Pokesdown Station Shop

Gus Hood

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Manager Carbery Row Shop

Mike Doran

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The Dorset Children’s Foundation

695-697 CHRISTCHURCH ROAD
BOURNEMOUTH BH7 6AF

01202 390011

info@thedcf.org

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