CDC Foundation

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CDC Foundation
Type: Non-profit
Parent organization:
Employees:
Executive: President and CEO
Budget:
Address: 600 Peachtree Street Northeast, Atlanta, GA 30308, USA
Website: https://www.cdcfoundation.org/
Creation Legislation: CDC Foundation Authorization Act of 1992
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CDC Foundation
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Mission
The CDC Foundation works to unleash the power of collaboration between the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), philanthropies, corporations, organizations, and individuals to save and improve lives by tackling health threats. Its mission is to support and expedite CDC's critical health protection work both domestically and internationally.
Services

Public Health Program Management; Emergency Response; Research Funding

Regulations

CDC Foundation (CDC Foundation) is an independent, nonprofit organization established by Congress to mobilize philanthropic and private-sector resources to support the health protection mission of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). It facilitates collaborations that aim to improve public health outcomes globally.

Official Site

Mission

The CDC Foundation's mission is to enhance the CDC's ability to respond to health threats by fostering partnerships across various sectors. It supports the CDC in advancing public health through funding, expertise, and by enabling innovative programs that might not otherwise be possible within the constraints of government funding[1].

Parent organization

The CDC Foundation operates independently but in close partnership with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to support its mission and programs[2].

Legislation

The CDC Foundation was authorized by the CDC Foundation Authorization Act of 1992, which gave Congress the power to establish the foundation to bolster CDC's public health efforts[3].

Partners

  • Various corporations, foundations, and individuals for funding and collaboration.
  • Numerous public health programs and initiatives in partnership with CDC.

Number of employees

The exact number of employees isn't specified, but the foundation manages hundreds of programs, indicating a significant staff complement.

Organization structure

The CDC Foundation's structure includes:

Leader

The foundation is led by a President and CEO.

Divisions

  • - Program Development for creating and managing health initiatives.
  • - Partnerships and Development to engage and expand partnerships.
  • - Communications for public engagement and information dissemination.

List of programs

  • - Emergency Response Fund to support rapid response to public health emergencies.
  • - Public Health AmeriCorps for developing the public health workforce.
  • - Health Equity initiatives to address disparities in health outcomes.

Last total enacted budget

The CDC Foundation has raised over $2.2 billion since its inception, but specific annual budget figures are not publicly detailed[4].

Staff

Information on the exact number of staff members is not available, but the foundation employs a team to manage its extensive portfolio of public health programs.

Funding

The CDC Foundation secures funding through donations from individuals, corporations, and foundations. It does not have a large endowment, instead relying on ongoing contributions to support its activities.

Services provided

The CDC Foundation provides services that include managing public health programs, funding research, and responding to emergencies. It also works to build partnerships that leverage resources and expertise for health protection, disease prevention, and health equity[5].

Regulations overseen

As a non-profit, the CDC Foundation does not oversee regulations but operates within the legal and ethical frameworks applicable to non-profits and public health.

Headquarters address

600 Peachtree Street Northeast, Atlanta, GA 30308, USA

History

The CDC Foundation was established in 1995 following authorization by Congress in 1992. It has since played a critical role in supporting CDC's mission, particularly in areas where direct government funding might be limited or slow to respond to emerging health threats[6].

External links

References

  1. ↑ "About Us". CDC Foundation. https://www.cdcfoundation.org/about-us. 
  2. ↑ "Centers for Disease Control and Prevention". CDC. https://www.cdc.gov/. 
  3. ↑ "About Us". CDC Foundation. https://www.cdcfoundation.org/about-us. 
  4. ↑ "About Us". CDC Foundation. https://www.cdcfoundation.org/about-us. 
  5. ↑ "About Us". CDC Foundation. https://www.cdcfoundation.org/about-us. 
  6. ↑ "About Us". CDC Foundation. https://www.cdcfoundation.org/about-us. 
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