A Common Cause
Community raffle items and support needed!
We are a charitable organization building awareness around suicide loss and preserving the memory of Ben. We hold annual events (listed below) in Massachusetts aimed at amplifying the generous support of our South Shore community.
We are looking for gift cards, services, or experiences to raffle off at our April 4, 2026 fundraiser Comedy for a Cause 3 at VFW Post 697, Whitman, MA . Proceeds go to the Benjamin Dufour Foundation. Donations from local businesses and community members are greatly appreciated.
If you’re able to donate or know someone who might be interested, please reach out and help spread the word. Thank you for the incredible support!
If you'd like to support us with a monetary donation, please do so @BDDF18 at Venmo.com.
We appreciate your support!
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Out of Darkness Walks
9-27-25
Our team participated in the Hingham MA Out of Darkness Walk in support of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. As a team we raised almost $3K, thank you so much AFSP for putting on this event and many thanks to all who sponsored our team.
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Comedy for a Cause 3
April 4, 2026
The third Comedy for a Cause will be held in support of the BDF with raffles baskets and a silent auction. Hosted by Paul Keenan, stay tuned for the line-up. The event will be held at the Whitman VFW, doors at 7:00. Tickets can be purchased through EventBrite for $30 each, tables hold 10 seats.
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Classics for a Cause 4
October 4, 2026
The fourth installment of our signature event.
A classic vehicle showcase.
There will also be a 50-50 raffle, vendors, food truck, cornhole, and much more. Let's come together to keep Benjamin in our memories. See you there!
About our cause
Kindness || Fairness || Generosity
The Benjamin Dufour Foundation’s (BDF) mission is to support charity organizations that align with our core values and reflect the values Benjamin Dufour lived by; Kindness, Fairness and Generosity.
Alliance of Hope for Suicide Loss Survivors
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
Autism Speaks
Massachusetts Aggression Reduction Center
Society for the Prevention of Teen Suicide
South Shore Regional Vocational Technical High School