The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award is the world’s leading achievement award for young people.
We are a Charity. We aim to create a world where young people can reach their full potential whatever their circumstances. Our ethos is to enable every young person of every background to do their DofE and succeed, regardless of any barriers.
What we do
We provide a balanced programme of activities that develops the whole person – mind, body and soul – in an environment of social interaction and teamworking. Young people progress through three levels of DofE programmes to achieve a Bronze, Silver or Gold Award.
Taking part builds confidence and develops self-esteem. It requires persistence, commitment and has a lasting impact on the attitudes and outlook of all young people who do their DofE.
Our participants are aged between 14 and 24.
How we do it
The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award is delivered under special licence by over 400 partners (Licenced Organisations). Our partners support nearly 11,000 DofE centres including youth clubs, voluntary organisations, schools, colleges, Young Offenders Institutions and businesses to run DofE programmes and accredit their young people.
Our future
Demand continues to rise year on year - you can read our latest statistics here. We have ambitious plans for growth and development and we look forward to working with all our partners to make our goals a reality.
As a Charity we rely on the generosity of people and organisations to continue with our work - find out more about supporting us.
We hope you too feel inspired to get involved, support our work and create a brighter future for all young people.
The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award is a Registered Charity No: 1072490, and in Scotland No: SC038254, and a Royal Charter Corporation No: RC000806
Registered Office: Gulliver House, Madeira Walk, Windsor SL4 1EU