Inspirational Stories
Our donors and friends don’t just make financial gifts; they invest in a healthier future for all.
Leading by Example
Carol Deane advances her long history of support for Duke by establishing a Presidential Distinguished Chair
New Professorship Honors Namesake’s Creativity and Passion
A new gift from the R.J. Samulski Innovation Foundation has endowed a professorship in the Department of Radiation Oncology.
Margolis Family Foundation Gives $10 Million to Duke University to Advance Health Policy Across U.S., World
The Robert and Lisa Margolis Family Foundation has given $10 million to Duke University towards the Margolis Center for Health Policy.
I’m Not Done Yet Foundation Rings Nasdaq Opening Bell
Several DCI representatives were thrilled to join the founders of the I’m Not Done Yet Foundation to ring the opening bell at Nasdaq
Grateful Family Honors Physician with Presidential Chair in Endocrinology
An anonymous $5 million gift has established a Presidential Distinguished Chair Professorship in endocrinology in honor of Diana McNeill, MD.
The Path to Pay it Forward: A Duke Family Committed to Changing the World
Todd Brady, and Andrea Darling explain why they choose to give back, and shared what they hope to accomplish through their philanthropy.
George McLean’s Estate Gift Pays His Appreciation Forward
In appreciation of the gifts of knowledge and training, the George W. McLean estate has funded an endowment to support endocrinology research.
Elizabeth Harden M.D.’78: Investing in the Future of Medicine
When Elizabeth Harden entered Duke School of Medicine in 1974, only 22 percent of medical school students in the U.S. were women. Harden found no such attitudes at Duke.
Creating a Legacy of Innovation in Medicine
Georgeanna J. Klingensmith's generous bequest funds a professorship in pediatrics at Duke University School of Medicine.
Doug and Stefanie Kahn: New Gift Supports Work to Uncover the Genesis of Alzheimer’s Disease
The Kahns’ gift will support the newly established Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center that is focused on gathering data in pre-symptomatic, young, and diverse populations.