CureDuchenne’s mission is to save the lives of children and young adults affected by 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.

Duchenne is a Progressive Muscle-Wasting Disease Impact on the Body Resulting from a defective gene responsible for producing the key muscle protein, dystrophin, the body loses the ability to walk, and eventually the ability to breath — resulting in heart failure.

Pinkies Up To Cure Duchenne FINDING A CURE, ONE PAINTED PINKIE AT A TIME. Starting this fall, you can help raise awareness and funds to find a cure for Duchenne muscular dystrophy — all by painting your pinkie nail blue!

Make Your Donation Go Twice As Far Did you know many companies offer a matching gift program to encourage philanthropy among their employees? And that some companies even match donations from spouses and retirees? By simply participating in corporate matching, you may be able to double, or even triple, the impact of your employees’ gift! Contributions of any amount will help us find a cure for Duchenne. Whether you give $10 or $10 million, every dollar you donate helps to advance the care, treatment and search for a cure.

Join Pinkies Up To Cure Duchenne by visiting give.cureduchenne.org/pinkiesup