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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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Child-Centered Approach

The Children's Home Society works with hard-to-place children to involve them in finding adoptive families.

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Dream School

The Davidson Trust has been a key for Eissabeth Dizon to be able to attend the school of her dreams.

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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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Room with a View

Laurels of Junaluska offers housing and community for seniors and retired clergy on a former North Carolina farm.