The Duke Endowment Pledges $2.5 Million to Duke Homestead to Preserve Important N.C. History
May 30, 2024
As part of its 100th year anniversary, The Duke Endowment has approved a $2.5 million grant to the Duke Homestead State Historic Site in Durham, the largest private monetary gift ever given to a state historic site from a single donor.
Celebrating 100 Years of Commitment to the Carolinas
January 18, 2024 | Eric E. Frazier
The Duke Endowment was established a century ago by James B. Duke and continues to be inspired by the people of the Carolinas and a shared vision for our future.
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Study Suggests Refinements in Foster Care Grantmaking
A study of The Duke Endowment's foster care grantmaking from 2006 to 2015 recommends that the Endowment continue to invest in and refine its efforts to help children who've been placed outside of their familial homes.
March 15, 2018 | Phillip H. Redmond Jr.
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Responding with Faith to Fight Hunger and Help Farmers
About every other year in North Carolina, Come to the Table conferences link members of the faith community with farmers, gardeners, educators, health professionals and community organizers to find ways to relieve hunger and sustain local agriculture.
January 4, 2018 | Kristen R. Richardson-Frick
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Rural Churches Helping Rural Communities
Rural communities and rural Methodist churches share many characteristics and dynamics. Each want to honor their rich past and have a place in a vibrant future. Both have abundant assets; some well appreciated but others less obvious.
November 14, 2017 | Jason Gray