At the CDC Foundation, we believe that together our impact is greater.
We are an independent nonprofit organization created by Congress to extend the lifesaving work of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the public health system. We believe that when we work together versus alone, we collectively have the means, science and reach to improve the public’s health and safety.
Our Mission
The CDC Foundation helps CDC do more, faster by forging partnerships between CDC and others to fight threats to health and safety.
Our Vision
Save and improve lives by unleashing the power of collaboration.
Our Values
We believe our core values define and guide the culture and character of our organization. They are the standards which guide us as individuals and that collectively determine how we fulfill this mission. These values include:
Shared Passion
Working collectively we have the means, science and reach to improve the public’s health and safety
Integrity
Holding ourselves and others to the highest level of ethics, professionalism and transparency
Stewardship
Protecting the trust CDC and our partners have placed in us by safeguarding relationships and providing the highest quality service at all times
Collaboration
Creating value for our partners and CDC by linking the public, private and philanthropic sectors to leverage resources and expertise
Mutual Respect
Treating everyone with dignity and respect and honoring the value of our staff, partners and the people we serve
Constant Innovation
Using philanthropy as an opportunity to contribute to breakthrough collaborations and innovations to address complex health challenges