With a mission to cure Duchenne muscular dystrophy
CureDuchenne breaks the traditional charitable mold and balances passion with business acumen. Our innovative venture philanthropy model funds groundbreaking research, early diagnosis and treatment access. With pioneering education and support programs, our organization drives real change for those with Duchenne muscular dystrophy and their loved ones.
Making an Impact
Your Dollar Counts
90%
90% of every dollar goes to research and mission critical programs.
Funding Critical Clinical Trials
16
16 projects funded by CureDuchenne have progressed to clinical trials.
Making an Impact
$50+M
We’ve raised over $50 million for research, education and care.
Accelerating a Cure
1st
CureDuchenne contributed early funding for the first FDA-approved Duchenne drug.
Working Towards the Future
$2.9B
Our model has leveraged $2.9 billion in follow-on funding for future programs from investors and biotech companies.
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Duchenne is a devastating muscle disease.
Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) is the most common form of muscular dystrophy, occurring in approximately 1:5,000 male births. Those affected with Duchenne lose their ability to walk, feed themselves, breathe independently and succumb to heart failure. But there’s hope through new pharmacological and gene-based therapies. You can help make a difference.