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Endowment Intends to Distribute Up to $5B Over 15 Years

December 10, 2024 | The Duke Endowment

The Duke Endowment’s Trustees announced their intent to distribute up to $5 billion in grants across North Carolina and South Carolina over the next 15 years.

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The Duke Endowment Plans To Give At Least $1.9 Billion To 4 Colleges Over 15 Years

The Duke Endowment plans to distribute up to $5 billion in grants in North Carolina and South Carolina over the next 15 years, including support for four higher education institutions.

December 18, 2024 | Forbes

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The Duke Endowment celebrates 100 years, pledges to give $5 billion in grants

The Duke Endowment announced it's intent to give away $5 billion in grants across the Carolinas over the next 15 years as part of 100th anniversary.

December 18, 2024 | The Charlotte Observer

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Duke Endowment celebrates 100th year with big boost in grantmaking

The Duke Endowment will distribute $5 billion over the next 15 years, about $1 billion more than its current projected philanthropy.

December 18, 2024 | Business North Carolina

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Duke Endowment Pledges $1.9 Billion to 4 Colleges

The Duke Endowment plans to distribute up to $5 billion in grants in North Carolina and South Carolina over the next 15 years, including support for four higher education institutions.

December 18, 2024 | Inside Higher Ed