Program Areas
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Program Areas

The Duke Endowment seeks to fulfill the visionary genius and innovative legacy of James Buchanan Duke, one of the great industrialists and philanthropists of the 20th century. We focus our expertise and resources on children, health care, higher education and rural churches within the Carolinas.

Child Care

CC_teacher_wStudent_SMALLWe partner with select nonprofits and organizations that prevent child abuse and neglect, strengthen families, equip children with essential skills and help teens become self-sufficient adults. By expanding opportunities for vulnerable children, we hope to help them lead successful lives as they mature.

Health Care

HC_doc_wInjection_SMALLWe focus resources on community outreach, equitable access to quality care, prevention and wellness, rural health, and workforce development. By improving access to quality health care, we seek to enhance the lives of individuals and the vitality of communities in the Carolinas.

Higher Education

HE_student_studying_SMALLEndowment funding for the four institutions designated by James B. Duke — Duke University, Davidson College, Furman University and Johnson C. Smith University — has helped transform the educational horizon of the Carolinas. By increasing access to exceptional opportunities for higher education, we aspire to cultivate individual potential and improve communities.

Rural Church

RC_congregation_singing_SMALLEndowment funding helps build sanctuaries and fellowship halls, provide clergy training and support, and expand targeted ministries. By supporting rural United Methodist churches and their leaders in North Carolina, we aim to expand church outreach in communities throughout the region.
 
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2010 Annual Report

A Journey Together highlights efforts that convened diverse groups of people for planning and learning.View the annual report.

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Child Care

Helping vulnerable children lead successful lives.

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Health Care

Mary Piepenbring discusses the Endowment's work in health care.

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Higher Education

Fostering excellence through education.

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Rural Church

Supporting rural United Methodist churches and their leaders is part of Rural Church's focus.

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The Story of James B. Duke

His story is one of humility and commitment, knowledge and compassion, which he used to establish The Duke Endowment.

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