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The Duke Endowment
The Duke Endowment is a private foundation established in 1924 by James B. Duke.
James B. Duke and his family were innovative business leaders and visionary philanthropists. The foundation is considered to be his philanthropic legacy.
The Duke Endowment has worked to help people strengthen communities in North and South Carolina through nurturing children, promoting health, educating minds, and enriching spirits.
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www.dukeendowment.org
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James B. Duke and his family were innovative business leaders and visionary philanthropists. The foundation is considered to be his philanthropic legacy.
The Duke Endowment has worked to help people strengthen communities in North and South Carolina through nurturing children, promoting health, educating minds, and enriching spirits.
Web Address
www.dukeendowment.org
Social Media Links
Facebook - www.facebook.com/TheDukeEndowment
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Hinton gets $425K grant from Duke
Foundation: Duke Endowment
The Duke Endowment grant will be used to develop two leadership initiatives. The first will be for adults — taking a look at leadership styles, effective leadership and how strong leaders can make...more
Foundation: Duke Endowment
The Duke Endowment grant will be used to develop two leadership initiatives. The first will be for adults — taking a look at leadership styles, effective leadership and how strong leaders can make...more
NC SHIIP Hangs on to Funding in $1.3 Trillion Federal Budget
Foundation: Duke Endowment
The Community Services Block Grant funds Community Action Agencies that meet “employment, housing and crisis prevention needs” for low-income people according to the North Carolina Department of...more
Foundation: Duke Endowment
The Community Services Block Grant funds Community Action Agencies that meet “employment, housing and crisis prevention needs” for low-income people according to the North Carolina Department of...more
Foundation receives grant to help the medically uninsured in Burke County
Foundation: Duke Endowment
The Blue Ridge HealthCare Foundation recently received a $750,000, three-year grant from The Duke Endowment to develop a collaborative network of health care for the low income, uninsured residents...more
Foundation: Duke Endowment
The Blue Ridge HealthCare Foundation recently received a $750,000, three-year grant from The Duke Endowment to develop a collaborative network of health care for the low income, uninsured residents...more
Foundation receives grant to help the medically uninsured in Burke County
Foundation: Duke Endowment
The Blue Ridge HealthCare Foundation recently received a $750,000, three-year grant from The Duke Endowment to develop a collaborative network of health care for the low income, uninsured residents...more
Foundation: Duke Endowment
The Blue Ridge HealthCare Foundation recently received a $750,000, three-year grant from The Duke Endowment to develop a collaborative network of health care for the low income, uninsured residents...more
What Does Lilly's New $10M Philanthropic Investment Mean for Rural Engagement?
Foundation: Duke Endowment, Lilly Endowment
A different model of philanthropic investing in rural communities that is focused on a single or just a handful of counties over the long haul is now being tested by both community foundations...more
Foundation: Duke Endowment, Lilly Endowment
A different model of philanthropic investing in rural communities that is focused on a single or just a handful of counties over the long haul is now being tested by both community foundations...more
Public Education Partners receives grant, award recognition
Foundation: Duke Endowment
“We are deeply honored, humbled, and motivated by receiving a fund grant from the Community Foundation,” Sanders said. “Because of Mrs. Southern's passion for children and education, we are now...more
Foundation: Duke Endowment
“We are deeply honored, humbled, and motivated by receiving a fund grant from the Community Foundation,” Sanders said. “Because of Mrs. Southern's passion for children and education, we are now...more
EMS seeks grant to expand community care
Foundation: Duke Endowment
... is awaiting word of a possible grant to expand a fledgling concept called community paramedicine. It is a growing idea that is starting to show up in several counties across the state, according...more
Foundation: Duke Endowment
... is awaiting word of a possible grant to expand a fledgling concept called community paramedicine. It is a growing idea that is starting to show up in several counties across the state, according...more
CDC Grant Targets Four NC Counties with High Obesity Rates
Foundation: Duke Endowment
Four North Carolina counties received grant money: Lee, Edgecombe, Halifax and Northampton. Obesity is a growing problem. One in three Americans are obese, which can contribute to Type 2 diabetes,...more
Foundation: Duke Endowment
Four North Carolina counties received grant money: Lee, Edgecombe, Halifax and Northampton. Obesity is a growing problem. One in three Americans are obese, which can contribute to Type 2 diabetes,...more
New endowment grant recognizes Connie Maxwell's successful legacy
Foundation: Duke Endowment
Connie Maxwell Children's Home has established a strong reputation for excellent residential care of children, rehabilitation of broken families, and ongoing efforts in life skill education. The Duke...more
Foundation: Duke Endowment
Connie Maxwell Children's Home has established a strong reputation for excellent residential care of children, rehabilitation of broken families, and ongoing efforts in life skill education. The Duke...more
McLeod receives grant to screen, treat infants exposed to drugs
Foundation: Duke Endowment
FLORENCE, SC (WMBF) - In the wake of the opioid epidemic, McLeod Health is working to protect infants. Recently, the hospital announced the development of a new program to educate pregnant women and...more
Foundation: Duke Endowment
FLORENCE, SC (WMBF) - In the wake of the opioid epidemic, McLeod Health is working to protect infants. Recently, the hospital announced the development of a new program to educate pregnant women and...more
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