Meals in hospital and at home
Nutritious, ready-to-go meals delivered to wards and family freezers, so parents can be mum and dad, not caterers.
Founded in loving memory of Dylan, forever 7
No family should face cancer without nutritious food.
The Dylan Strong Foundation empowers families of children diagnosed with cancer with healthy food in and out of hospital, nutritional guidance and school holiday packages — helping children feel strong throughout treatment and beyond.
Powering up families
Nutritional guidance
Practical, judgement-free guidance that helps parents take an active role in their child's health during treatment.
School holiday packages
Food boxes and holiday packages that keep families nourished when routines fall away.
How support works
A family is referred or reaches out
We listen and tailor support
Meals are delivered, in hospital and at home
We stay close, for as long as it takes
Small sums, mighty support
£1,000
supports one family for a whole year
£50
funds a monthly meal delivery
100s
of families supported across the UK
7
Dylan's number, forever
Why we exist
On May 13, 2020, we were told our six-year-old son Dylan had an incurable brain tumour. While food couldn't cure Dylan, good nutrition gave him strength, energy and precious moments of childhood normality — his blood work stayed strong and he kept playing the football he loved. Now, as a family, we're passionate about helping others on this journey.
We know what those hospital corridors feel like. We've stood where you're standing. And we've seen what good food, wrapped round with kindness, can do for a child facing the toughest fight of their life.
Read our full story →
Life with the squad
See us in action
"Food alone can't change the course of cancer. But nourishing a child's body can make a difference in how they feel, every single day."— Louise Long, Founder & Dylan's Mummy
Words from families
"Honestly, they're amazing, such a life saver after a long day at the hospital. So grateful for everything you do for us."
— A DSF parent
"The meals really help out, especially when I am exhausted. Tonight and tomorrow I am counting on those meals for dinner."
— A DSF parent
"It was wonderful that you were able to sort the gifts from their wishes on their Santa letters, giving them an extra special surprise."
— Paeds Oncology Team, Kingston
Our amazing partners
Meet the squad
Louise LongFounder & Dylan's Mummy
Sue ClarkChair of Trustees
Fiona Stirling-AirdTrustee
Huw Davis-EvansTrustee & Treasurer
Dan ClarkTrustee
Jacqui McDermidTrustee
Kelly TerranovaSocial Media & Marketing
Join the Superhero Squad
£50 sends a monthly delivery of meals to a family. £1,000 supports a family for a whole year.
You asked, we answered
How do families receive support?
Families are referred by hospital teams or reach out directly. We listen first, then tailor meals, vouchers and holiday packages around each child.
Can food really make a difference?
Food can't cure cancer, and we never claim it can. But good nutrition helps children keep strength, energy and moments of normality through treatment — it gave Dylan extra months of feeling strong and full of life.
How is my donation used?
Every donation funds meals, food vouchers and holiday packages. £50 sends a monthly delivery of meals to a family; £1,000 supports a family for a whole year.
Can I fundraise for DSF?
Yes — bake sales, marathons, fancy-dress Fridays. Every event is run by volunteers, so your fundraising goes straight to families. Get in touch and we'll help you set it up.
From Dylan's kitchen — flapjacks
- 2½ cups oats
- 1 cup nuts, seeds and dried fruit
- 1½ cups cottage cheese
- ¾ cup maple syrup
- A sprinkle of nutmeg
- 100g dark chocolate
Mix, bake at 190°C for 15–25 minutes, cool completely, spread with melted chocolate, chill, cut and enjoy.
Donate today.
Any donation, big or small, helps us empower families of children diagnosed with cancer.
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