Dave & Cheryl Duffield Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Dave & Cheryl Duffield Foundation is a private foundation in Incline Village, Nevada. In tax year 2024 it gave $7.0 million in 14 grants; the typical grant was $173,662 and the largest $3.7 million. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$7.0 million
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$173,662
- Largest grant$3.7 million
- Assets$887 million
- New grantees43%
Giving in 2024 was up from $6.7 million the year before.
43% 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 | $10.9 million | 32 | $526 million |
| 2023 | $6.7 million | 33 | $874 million |
| 2024 | $7.0 million | 14 | $887 million |
How to apply
Dave & Cheryl Duffield Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Dave & Cheryl Duffield Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Nevada.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nevada | 7 | $5.2 million |
| New York | 1 | $2.8 million |
| Hawaii | 1 | $604,074 |
| Florida | 1 | $600,000 |
| California | 1 | $387,500 |
| Utah | 1 | $34,800 |
| Arizona | 1 | $25,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Liberty Dogs Foundation | Operating grant | $3.7 million |
| Cornell University | Duffield institute for animal behavior | $2.8 million |
| Washoe County School District | Support for incline high school personalized learning | $1.0 million |
| Maui Humane Society | Community connections grant | $604,074 |
| K9'S for Warriors | Veterinary clinic | $600,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of North Lake Tahoe | Duffield youth program, providing after school programming | $387,500 |
| Nevada Military Support Alliance | Nmsa gala sponsorship | $200,000 |
| Incline High School Boosters | Highlander home gala sponsor, crab feed sponsorship, fund-a-need matching grant | $147,325 |
| Pet Network Humane Society | Fur ball sponsorship, fur ball fund-a-need matching grant | $115,000 |
| Canines With A Cause | Prison program mentorship | $34,800 |
| Dogtree Pines Senior Dog Sanctuary | Honorary donation | $25,000 |
| Incline Education Fund | Incline star follies production | $25,000 |
| Assistance Dogs International (Adi) | Adi international conference sponsorship | $10,000 |
| Northern Nevada Concerns of Police Survivors | Annual fundraiser sponsor | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- James Dugdale
- Cheryl Duffield
- Chris Watts
- David Duffield
- Amy Zeifang
- Laurie Peek
- Sean O'Connell
Questions people ask
Does Dave & Cheryl Duffield Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Dave & Cheryl Duffield Foundation give?
$7.0 million in tax year 2024, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $173,662.
Who runs Dave & Cheryl Duffield Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists James Dugdale (President (Thru 5/31/24)), Cheryl Duffield (Board Member), Chris Watts (Treasurer) and David Duffield (Board Member) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does Dave & Cheryl Duffield Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals, education and youth programs.