Duke Medicine Development and Alumni Affairs

Duke Health Development and Alumni Affairs (DHDAA) is a non-profit organization based in Durham, North Carolina. The company employs 64 people and generates approximately $20.4 million in annual revenue. DHDAA serves as the fundraising arm of Duke Health, focusing on securing philanthropic support across all aspects of the organization. DHDAA's work encompasses a wide range of fundraising activities, including connecting donors with philanthropic priorities in various health areas and facilitating large-scale gift opportunities. They focus on cultivating relationships with grateful patients, alumni from the Schools of Medicine and Nursing, and a network of generous donors and friends. The organization manages a number of boards and councils, including the Duke Health Board of Visitors, to support its mission. A key aspect of DHDAA's success is its ability to connect individual donor interests with the diverse needs of Duke Health. They prioritize building strong relationships with donors, understanding their philanthropic goals, and aligning those goals with impactful opportunities within the organization. During the Duke Forward campaign, DHDAA played a crucial role in raising $1.4 billion, demonstrating its effectiveness in securing substantial philanthropic support. For more information about Duke Health Development and Alumni Affairs, please visit their website at giving.dukehealth.org.