Annual Fund
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Annual Fund
Every gift makes a world of difference
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Giving to –

make the Duke experience possible.

The Annual Fund gives flexible funds to deans across Duke’s 10 schools that set students on a path toward invention and innovation. Gifts support need-based financial aid, world-class teaching, hands-on learning and the tenfold inspiration that motivates students to do and be greater every day.

What “together” can do

In the last year, more than 51,000 members of the Duke community added more than $47 million in flexible support—setting a new record. Read more about the amazing ways your contributions have been working for Duke students.

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An Investment in Future Climate Leaders
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An Investment in Future Climate Leaders
The Fuqua School of Business
Dina Coker MBA '93
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Dina Coker MBA '93
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Alumni Couple’s Gift Boosts Innovation and Graduate Education
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Alumni Couple’s Gift Boosts Innovation and Graduate Education
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One Day in the Life of Duke Students
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One Day in the Life of Duke Students
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Our Giving Story: Mary Lynn and John Wigodsky
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Our Giving Story: Mary Lynn and John Wigodsky

This fiscal year, more than 51,700 alumni, parents, students, faculty, staff and friends gave to Duke’s 16 Annual Fund designations. 

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