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Targeting Pressing Problems in the Carolinas

In our work to nurture children, promote health, educate minds and enrich spirits, The Duke Endowment identifies areas of need in which grant funding can help make effective and lasting improvements.

In this section, you'll find information about specific efforts. This list highlights key issues that have received significant funding, often over several years. By sharing these experiences and insights, we hope to foster collaboration so that we may learn from others as well.

Issue Areas

Choose a topic below to learn more about our work in that area or contact us.

 
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2008 Annual Report

Extending our reach – collaborating in tough economic times. View the annual report.

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Long-Term Results

Beth Brandes sees opportunities for reinventing the child welfare system and improve long-term outcomes.

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Focus on Financial Aid

Neil Williams discusses the importance of financial aid strategies to higher education today.

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Safer Hospital Care

Hospitals collaborate to define and implement practices that keep patients safe and reduce medical mistakes.

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Ready for Next Step

The Rev. R. Mark King, now 30 pounds lighter, is ready to continue an effort to stay healthy.