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In business, philanthropy and life, James B. Duke surrounded himself with smart, hard-working men and women, committed to success and impact. He believed that through partnership with these individuals, bigger and better things were possible.

Today, Profiles of Service spotlights a few of the “behind- the-scenes” workers from grantee organizations, past and present, who share Mr. Duke’s commitment to making a difference. The Duke Endowment honors these exceptional nonprofit staff and volunteers who represent the human face of community efforts and who dedicate their time, talents and hearts to making those efforts successful.
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Profiles of Service:
David Holthouser

Exploring options for improving campus sustainability.

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Thoughtful Planning

Dawn Wilson and her team lay the foundation for potentially significant improvements in child welfare.

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Transforming the Arts

The Visiting Artist in Residence Program is enriching the campus experience at Duke University.

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Peace of Mind

A palliative care team supports Jay Hofecker and his wife as he battles cancer.

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Going Green

Center United Methodist Church is already seeing the benefits of green building in their new Christian Fellowship Center.