At Duke University School of Medicine, we believe in the extraordinary impact of generosity. The support of our philanthropic partners enables us to train the next generation of scientists, ensure that every patient receives the highest standard of care, build and sustain meaningful community partnerships, and accelerate groundbreaking research. Our philanthropic partners help save lives.
As part of a university-wide effort, Duke Health is embarking on the ambitious MADE FOR THIS campaign to generate resources that will propel innovation, drive discovery, and improve lives around the world. We’re uniting all the extraordinary members of the Duke Health community to meet this moment. That means scientists, clinicians, educators, learners, staff, patients, community partners … AND YOU.
Together, we can achieve extraordinary outcomes and make a lasting impact on the world.
Ways to Give
Medical Annual Funds
Annual funds support scholarships, innovative research, faculty, curriculum enhancements, and new technologies to enhance the school and educational experience for our students.
Departments & Divisions
With over 1,000 residents and fellows in programs ranging from very small sub-specialty fellowships to large specialty programs, we always striving to provide the best training possible.
Wilburt C. Davison Society
Honoring founding dean Wilburt Cornell Davison, MD, and his commitment to supporting medical students and their financial needs. Davison Society gifts provide critical support for Duke medical students and trainees.
Frequently Asked Questions
Gifts by Credit Card
Gift by Check
- U.S. Mail
Alumni and Development Records
Duke University
Box 90581
Durham, NC 27708-0581
Phone: (919) 684-2338
Fax: (919) 684-8527
- Express Mail
Duke University Cashiering – ADR
Smith Warehouse Bay 8, Room B-103
114 South Buchanan Boulevard
Durham, NC 27701
Phone number for private carrier deliveries: (919) 684-4245
*Note IRS regulations stipulate contributions sent by private carriers must be dated based on Duke’s date of receipt, whereas gifts sent through the US Postal Service can be dated based on the postmark date.
- U.S. Mail
Electronic Transfer
- Please notify Alumni and Development Records at (919) 684-2338 or adrecords@duke.edu after you have scheduled an electronic transfer. If you are trying to meet a deadline, you might also consider charging your gift to a credit card or mailing a payment through an express carrier. Note that IRS regulations stipulate that contributions sent by private carriers must be dated based on Duke’s date of receipt, whereas gifts sent through the US Postal Service can be dated based on the postmark date. Learn more here.
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Yes. When making your gift online, you may specify that it is in honor or memory of a loved one, healthcare provider, or another individual who is meaningful to you.
Please visit our Gift Planning page to learn more about the various types of planned gifts and how they can benefit you as well as the School of Medicine.
To make a donation of stocks, mutual funds or other securities, please send a completed Make a Stock Gift Form. For specific questions contact the Alumni & Development Records Office via email at stockgifts@duke.edu or via telephone at 919-684-2338.
Yes, contributions are tax-deductible as provided by law. The Duke tax ID number is 56-0532129.
To qualify for a current year tax-deduction, make your gift before December 31.
Gifts to endowments create perpetual funding that support Duke Health’s core priorities and programs. They are among the most far-reaching philanthropic investments a donor can make. Learn more about endowment giving.