Daryl Duke Foundation
The Daryl Duke Foundation is a Canadian registered charitable organization (Business Registration Number 805854312RR0001) focused on advancing education in the arts. Established to honor the legacy of Canadian filmmaker and television producer Daryl Duke, the foundation supports emerging talent in film and television through funding and recognition initiatives.

Activities
The foundation administers the Daryl Duke Prize, a competitive award offering up to $25,000 to Canadian citizens or permanent residents for excellence in unproduced long-form dramatic screenplays or treatments. Submissions are judged on creativity, narrative strength, and adherence to format standards, including a maximum length of 5,000 words for treatments or 100 pages for screenplays.

Eligibility and Rules
Applicants must submit works in English, formatted in 12-point Courier type and converted to PDF. The prize aims to provide winners with resources to refine their projects, with final drafts subject to jury review. The foundation explicitly excludes submissions from individuals affiliated with its board, consultants, or their immediate families.

Focus Areas
The organization emphasizes artistic innovation and educational development within Canada’s film industry, reflecting Daryl Duke’s contributions to landmark projects such as The Thorn Birds and Tai-Pan. Its charitable status designates it under the "Advancement of Education" category, specifically targeting arts education and cultural preservation.

Governance
As a registered charity, the foundation adheres to regulations governing charitable organizations in Canada, ensuring transparency in funding allocation and program administration. Its activities align with its mandate to nurture Canadian storytelling and cinematic excellence.