The Dave & Cheryl Duffield Foundation carries forward the Duffield family’s lifelong commitment to the well-being of companion animals, to military Veterans, and to impactful public service institutions.
Focus Areas
Access to Veterinary Care
Support for Military Veterans
Strengthening Communities
We believe...
All family pets should
have access to
veterinary care.
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Too many family pets go without the preventative and medical care they need to live healthy, happy lives because veterinary care is unaffordable and out of reach for their families. We aim to build a stronger, more accessible system of veterinary care by investing in nonprofit veterinary services and programs that break down barriers to access.
We believe...
Our nation's Veterans living with PTSD can benefit from the meaningful partnership of a skilled Service Dog.
We know the life-changing impact a Service Dog can have on a Veteran with PTSD seeking healing and independence. We built Liberty Dogs in Reno, Nevada, to bring those Veterans and dogs together at no cost to participants.
We believe...
Public service
institutions, including
first responders and schools, are the backbone of strong communities. ​
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We support organizations that our founders believe are doing important and impactful work that aligns with their personal interests and priorities. We award grants to help those groups amplify their
good work. ​​
2026 Highlights
The Duffield Foundation announces Big Bet for Pets, a $250 million commitment over five years to to expand access to veterinary care for underserved family pets
Dave Duffield commits $351 million to his alma mater, Cornell University, to establish the Cornell David A. Duffield College of Engineering, providing ongoing support for educational excellence, groundbreaking research, and strategic opportunities that will shape the future of engineering for generations to come.
Bissell Pet Foundation receives $6.35 million from the Duffield Foundation to provide critical spay/neuter and access-to-care programs to over 600,000 pets over the next three years.
Duffield Foundation sponsors Day of Gratitude in Las Vegas, honoring our nation’s heroes and their families and recognizing the sacrifices they have made in service to our country.
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Boys & Girls Club of North Lake Tahoe Duffield Center for Youth Great Futures launched in Incline Village, Nevada. The new campus expands access to opportunities for learning, enrichment, mentorship, and growth for children ages 0-18.
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Our founders surpass $1 billion in lifetime giving to thousands of nonprofit organizations nationwide that help improve the lives of people and pets and that strengthen communities.
Dave listed on the Forbes list of America's Greatest 250 Innovators.
Dave and Cheryl named to the Chronicle of Philanthropy's 2026 Top 50 donors in the country.
Dave listed as one of the 2026 Time100 Most Influentual People In Philanthropy.