Imagine a future where every pet has access to health care.
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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
Founders' Projects
We believe...
All family pets should
have access to
veterinary care.
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We invest in ideas and solutions that help close the gap in which too many pets fall -- where access to veterinary care is unaffordable and out of reach. We partner with changemakers like Maddie's Fund to expand access to care for companion cats and dogs.
We believe...
Our nation's Veterans should have access to every available resource to help them live independent and fulfilling lives.
We know the life-changing potential a Service Dog can have on the life of a Veteran. We built Liberty Dogs in Reno, Nevada, to bring those Veterans and dogs together.
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. ​​
$500+ million
invested in improving
the lives of
companion animals
$400+ million
invested in support for military Veterans with PTSD
$702+ million
invested in education, healthcare, and safety
2026 Highlights
Our founders surpass $1 billion in lifetime giving.
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Dave Duffield commits $351 million to his alma mater, Cornell University, to establish the Cornell David A. Duffield College of Engineering.
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.
Bissell Pet Foundation receives $6.35 million from the Duffield Foundation to support spay/neuter and access-to-care programs.