Guided by our mission, informed by our founder’s vision, and with a commitment to promoting equity and inclusion, the Doris Duke Foundation (DDF) supports the following national grantmaking programs:
![Performing Arts](/siteassets/funding-areas/apheromodule.jpg)
Through the Arts Program, the foundation supports performing artists with the creation and public performance of their work, with a particular focus on contemporary dance, jazz and theater artists.
![Medical Research](/siteassets/funding-areas/medical-research/mrp-hero-dr-alice.jpg)
Through the Medical Research Program, the foundation strives to advance the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of diseases by strengthening and supporting clinical research.
![Environment](/contentassets/e9fc2627298e41cea6a31db53c43c8bd/ephero.jpg)
Through the Environment Program, the foundation seeks to ensure a thriving, resilient environment for wildlife and people, and to foster an inclusive, effective conservation movement.
![Smiling father holding up toddler](/siteassets/funding-areas/cwp-funding-areas.jpg)
Through the Child Well-being Program, the foundation aims to promote children’s healthy development and protect them from abuse and neglect.
![Building Bridges](/contentassets/d06f5c1bc7c24ace9837807ef0cddd0d/bbphero.jpg)
Through the Building Bridges Program, the foundation works with U.S. Muslims to increase mutual understanding and well-being among diverse populations for the benefit of building stronger, inclusive communities.
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