DNT Foundation, Inc. is a non-profit organization founded by David Tinsley. David had the vision to give back to the community through scholarships and donations to various organizations that uplift the community and support cancer awareness. 

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David's passion for helping others is a reflection of his life experiences. At the age of 4, David's mother's life was taken as a result of domestic violence. Thus, he was raised by his grandparents, who instilled kindness and respect in him. 

 

In 1989, David joined the DC Fire Department. Initially, David was not focused on healthy eating and exercising. After a life-altering experience during a routine fire call, David changed his habits to live healthier. David later became a personal trainer and started DNT Fitness. In 2012, David was diagnosed with prostate cancer, and his doctors attributed his fitness and healthy lifestyle to his survival. 

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David consistently encourages others to eat healthier and exercise. In 2015, David retired from the DC Fire Department and began full-time personal training. David lost a DNT Fitness member and friend, Charles Coats, to cancer. This inspired David to start an annual 5K race and to donate portions of the proceeds to cancer awareness organizations. 

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In 2019, David expanded his charitable contributions and started an annual scholarship program for high school graduates preparing for college. 

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David's goal is to continue his legacy of charitable contributions and to promote community well-being through DNT Foundation, Inc. ​