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
Our Strategies for Impact
Strengthening the Public Health System to Protect Us All
Collaborate with state and local leaders in their efforts to transform and strengthen their public health systems.
Increasing Health Access for Communities Through Partnerships
Support partnerships between community-based organizations, health departments, health systems and other groups to increase access to and improve health for all communities.
Modernizing Public Health Data Collection and Analysis
Create a bold and bipartisan public-private initiative to unlock health insights within 24 hours for communities, families and businesses to promote wellness, safety and economic vitality.
Promoting and Protecting the Public’s Health Through Communication
Coordinate with cross-sector partners to apply communications science across multiple channels to build trust in public health.
Fortifying Global Health Security
Work with partners to improve pandemic preparedness around the globe and support activities to address the growing threat of drug-resistant infections.
Addressing the Impact of Extreme Weather on Health
Work with communities and public health systems to prepare for heat and other threats caused by extreme weather.
Building a Strong Foundation
Create a strong base activated by our board, staff and partners that enables us to achieve our mission to fight threats to health and safety and protect health and wellbeing.