About us
Our mission & conviction
The Demoucelle Parkinson Charity (DPC) is a Belgian foundation dedicated to supporting high-quality research into Parkinson’s disease. We believe that progress occurs when human commitment is matched with scientific rigour. For us, trust is not claimed; it is built over time through the clarity of our purpose and the consistency of our work. People living with Parkinson’s deserve an organisation that acts with seriousness, integrity, and perseverance.
Trust is built through clarity in why we exist and consistency in how we work.
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How it started
Founded in 2011 by Patrick and Anne-Marie Demoucelle following Patrick’s diagnosis, DPC was born from a refusal to wait passively for progress. Inspired by the professional approach of international partners like the Michael J. Fox Foundation, they created DPC as a deliberate, constructive response to uncertainty. Today, we remain firmly rooted in Belgium while maintaining an international outlook, driven by the belief that lasting impact comes from clear goals and long-term commitment.
We created the Demoucelle Parkinson Charity because waiting was not an option. Acting responsibly, together with others, was.
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Our role as stewards
DPC acts as a trust-based grant funder. We do not conduct research ourselves; instead, we identify and support projects that meet the highest scientific and ethical standards. This allows us to remain focused and selective, guided by expertise rather than short-term trends. We see ourselves as careful stewards of the resources entrusted to us, accountable to both the scientific community and our donors.
We are careful stewards of the resources entrusted to us, guided by expertise rather than trends.
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Governance & values
Good governance is essential to our credibility. Overseen by a board with diverse professional backgrounds, DPC operates with independent decision-making and total transparency. Our work is guided by three core values:
Passion
A deep commitment to a better future for those with Parkinson’s.
Positivity
A belief in constructive action and realistic progress.
Professionalism
High standards in governance, funding, and communication.
Professionalism defines not only what we do, but how we do it.
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A long-term commitment
Parkinson’s is complex and research advances step-by-step. DPC does not promise quick solutions; we promise continuity. We commit to supporting research with patience, seriousness, and a profound respect for science, today and in the years to come.
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Composition of the board
Partner at Bain & Company, co-leader of Bain's global strategy practice
Regional General Manager - Executive Committee Member at Belron
Managing Director at Carglass Germany
Partner at Egon Zehnder
President YaghPenn Consulting, member of the scientific advisory boards of Aligning Science Across Parkinson’s and SPARK NS.
Founder of Event Business Formula, author, and podcaster
Member of several advisory boards and senior advisor at Planet First Partners.
Clinician-scientist UZ Leuven/ KU Leuven specialised in neurodegenerative movement disorders in particular Parkinson’s disease.
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Find out more
Explore the different ways DPC supports the Parkinson’s community and fuels scientific progress.