The Duffield Family Foundation DBA Maddie's Fund
Accepts applications
The Duffield Family Foundation DBA Maddie's Fund is a private foundation in Pleasanton, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $11.0 million in 181 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $1.5 million. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$11.0 million
- Number of grants181
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$1.5 million
- Assets$278 million
- New grantees68%
Giving in 2024 was down from $18.5 million the year before.
68% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $9.9 million | 264 | $260 million |
| 2023 | $18.5 million | 298 | $267 million |
| 2024 | $11.0 million | 181 | $278 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Amy Zeifang 6150 Stoneridge Mall Rd Suite 125, Pleasanton, CA 94588 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (925) 310-5450, grants@maddiesfund.org |
| What to submit | Please see our website at www.maddiesfund.org to review our guidelines. |
| Deadlines | Please see our website for additional information. |
| Restrictions | Grants to animal organizations and groups only |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Duffield Family Foundation DBA Maddie's Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 41 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 31 | $4.2 million |
| Maryland | 3 | $1.5 million |
| New York | 8 | $1.2 million |
| Tennessee | 5 | $1.1 million |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $984,453 |
| Wisconsin | 9 | $938,014 |
| Florida | 15 | $791,090 |
| Utah | 3 | $755,000 |
| Texas | 9 | $666,500 |
| Ohio | 2 | $408,103 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Companions and Animals for Reform and Equity | 2023 vision: human and animal well-being | $1.5 million |
| San Francisco SPCA | 2022 - 2025 comet program | $1.2 million |
| Uc Davis Foundation | Behavioral euthanasia study | $1.1 million |
| Cornell University | Maddie's shelter medicine program, years 20 - 24 continuation grant | $935,000 |
| Humane Rescue Alliance | Community conversations steering committee 2024-25 | $878,993 |
| University of Wisconsin-Madison | Maddie's clinical instructor | $827,014 |
| Best Friends Animal Society | 2022 - 2025 shelter embed program | $750,000 |
| University of Tennessee | Aligncare's 5-year strategic plan through 2029 | $704,983 |
| Inquiring Systems Inc | Maddie's university online course development - deep dive modules | $625,000 |
| Austin Pets Alive | Community conversations steering committee 2024-25 | $572,500 |
| Joybound People & Pets | 2024 bring your dog to workday | $405,000 |
| Open Door Veterinary Collective | 2025 - 2027 maddie's million pet challenge | $403,103 |
| University of Florida Foundation | Maddie's million pet challenge | $335,090 |
| Aligncare Health Inc | Community conversations - october 2024 - monthly winner | $330,000 |
| Team Shelter USA LLC | 2025 maddie's million pet challenge | $310,000 |
| National Animal Care & Control Association | 2024 - 2026 operations support | $260,000 |
| Brother Wolf Animal Rescue | 2024 hurricane relief grant | $250,000 |
| Kent Animal Shelter | Capital campaign | $250,000 |
| Friends of Oakland Animal Services | Community clinics | $203,610 |
| Project Street Vet | Strategic planning consultant - year 2 & 3 | $150,000 |
| JVR Shelter Strategies LLC | Community engagement case study | $141,000 |
| The Paw Mission Inc | 2024 - 2025 conference scholarship fund | $120,000 |
| Humane World for Animals | 2025 animal care expo sponsorship | $90,460 |
| Association of Shelter Veterinarians | Dental care planning grant | $80,000 |
| The Inner Pup | 2025 community health fair for people & pets sponsorship | $79,488 |
| The Association for Animal Welfare Advancement | 2024 fall conference scholarships | $76,000 |
| Natives in Vetmed | 2025 conference and clinical practice experience scholarship fund | $75,000 |
| Multicultural Veterinary Medical Association | Open access fees | $68,108 |
| Underdog Pet Rescue | Ultrasound machine | $65,000 |
| Lucky Dog Animal Rescue | 2025 scholarships for rural organizations | $62,000 |
| Asheville Humane Society | 2024 hurricane relief grant | $50,000 |
| Housing Equity & Advocacy Resource Team | 2024 general operating support | $50,000 |
| National Kitten College | Maddie's university online course development (series) - kitten college | $50,000 |
| Operation Kindness | 2025 texas unites conference scholarships | $50,000 |
| Pasco County Board of County Commissioners | 2024 hurricane relief grant | $50,000 |
| My Dog Is My Home | 2025 co-sheltering conference scholarships | $46,000 |
| Good Shepherd Humane Society | 30th anniversary hero awards | $45,000 |
| Love for Animals Inc | 30th anniversary hero awards | $32,000 |
| Veterinary Care Accessibility Project | Pet health insurance research | $31,074 |
| Atlanta Dog Mom Full Hearts | 30th anniversary hero awards | $30,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Amy D Zeifang
- Laurie Peek
- Michael Duffield
- Mary Ippoliti-Smith
- Valerie Stoltenberg
- Steve Hill
Questions people ask
Does The Duffield Family Foundation DBA Maddie's Fund accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Please see our website for additional information.
How much does The Duffield Family Foundation DBA Maddie's Fund give?
$11.0 million in tax year 2024, across 181 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs The Duffield Family Foundation DBA Maddie's Fund?
Its 2024 filing lists Amy D Zeifang (Chairman), Laurie Peek (Secretary), Michael Duffield (Board Member) and Mary Ippoliti-Smith (Executive Leader) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Duffield Family Foundation DBA Maddie's Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals, education and housing and homelessness.