Duke University Health System Inc is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit charitable organization and hospital system based in Durham, North Carolina. The organization combines the Duke University School of Medicine, Duke University School of Nursing, Duke Clinic, and member hospitals into an integrated system focused on research, clinical care, and education. The organization operates hospital facilities and employs approximately 26,905 people across its operations.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$8.6B
+7.6% YoY
Annual Giving
$1.1M
-24.5% YoY
Grant Count
54
-12.9% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$21K
-13.3% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
Duke Health strives to transform medicine and health locally and globally through innovative scientific research, rapid translation of breakthrough discoveries, educating future clinical and scientific leaders, advocating and practicing evidence-based medicine to improve community health, and leading efforts to eliminate health inequalities.
The organization's grantmaking focuses on Education, Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking, and Human Services.
Grantmaking
Duke University Health System Inc makes grants to support community initiatives and charitable causes. Recent grants include:
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The organization primarily funds initiatives in North Carolina, Wisconsin, and Texas.
Grant Distribution by State
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of June 2024:
- Total Assets: $8,567,717,732
- Total Revenue: $5,766,300,632
- Total Expenses: $5,073,619,859
- Number of Employees: 26,905
As of June 2023:
- Total Assets: $7,958,888,279
- Total Giving: $2,054,288
The organization maintains a Four-Star rating based on its Accountability & Finance performance.
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $8,567,717,732 | $7,958,888,279 | $8,260,774,039 |
| Revenue | $5,766,300,632 | $4,672,834,668 | $4,600,505,996 |
| Expenses | $5,073,619,859 | $4,623,216,546 | $4,174,139,522 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $295,728,981 | $95,601,985 | $372,772,809 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
250 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Durham Public Schools Foundation ($100,000), Habitat for Humanity of Durham ($75,000), Coalition to Strengthen Americas ($60,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| ALICE AYCOCK POE CTR FOR HEALTH EDU RALEIGH, NC | SPONSORSHIP | $17,500 |
| ALLIANCE MEDICAL MINISTRY INC RALEIGH, NC | COMMUNITY SUPPORT | $20,000 |
| BAND TOGETHER RALEIGH, NC | SPONSORSHIP | $10,000 |
| BENNETT COLLEGE GREENSBORO, NC | COMMUNITY SUPPORT | $9,525 |
| BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF THE TRI MORRISVILLE, NC | COMMUNITY SUPPORT | $7,500 |
| BOYS CLUB OF WAKE COUNTY INC RALEIGH, NC | SPONSORSHIP | $20,000 |
| CAPSTONE EVENT GROUP INC RALEIGH, NC | SPONSORSHIP | $17,000 |
| CASA RALEIGH, NC | COMMUNITY SUPPORT | $46,000 |
| CATHOLIC CHARITIES OF THE DIOCESE O DURHAM, NC | COMMUNITY SUPPORT | $25,000 |
| CHATHAM OUTREACH ALLIANCE PITTSBORO, NC | COMMUNITY SUPPORT | $15,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Craig T. Albanese, MD serves as the principal officer of the organization.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| VINCENT E PRICE | DIRECTOR | 3 | — |
| MARY E KLOTMAN MD | DIRECTOR | 12 | — |
| ERIK PAULSON | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| LESLIE E BAINS | DIRECTOR | 2 | — |
| GAIL BELVETT MD DDS | DIRECTOR | 4 | — |
| DENISE BENNETT | DIRECTOR | 2 | — |
| WILLIAM HAWKINS | DIRECTOR | 4 | — |
| FEDERICO MANON | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| CARMICHAEL S ROBERTS | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| NANCY M SCHLICHTING | DIRECTOR | 2 | — |
| LAURENE SPERLING | DIRECTOR | 8 | — |
| MOIRA RYNN MD | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| CRAIG T ALBANESE MD | DIRECTOR/CEO | 42 | $1,979,770 |
| G RICHARD WAGONER JR | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| DENISE BARNES | DIRECTOR | 2 | — |
| PETER GROSSI | DIRECTOR | 50 | — |
| GARHENG KONG | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| TOM LISTER | DIRECTOR | 2 | — |
| ALISON TOTH | DIRECTOR | 17 | — |
| GERALD HASSELL | DIRECTOR | 2 | — |
| THOMAS A OWENS MD | EXECUTIVE VP, DUHS & COO | 62 | $1,586,319 |
| ROBERT N WILLIS | VP FINANCE/CONTROLLER/CAO/TREASURER | 50 | $735,941 |
| MONTE D BROWN MD | VP FOR ADMINISTRATION/SECRETARY | 60.1 | $760,434 |
| MARY K MARTIN | CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER, DUH | 40 | $924,190 |
| BARBARA M GRIFFITH MD | PRESIDENT, DUKE RALEIGH HOSPITAL | 40 | $725,856 |
| DEVDUTTA SANGVAI MD | PRESIDENT, DUKE REGIONAL HOSPITAL | 60 | $590,341 |
| PRISCILLA RAMSEUR | VP-PART YEAR PATIENT CARE/CHIEF NURSE | 50 | $375,853 |
| TERRY MCDONNELL | SVP-PART YEAR PATIENT CARE/CHIEF NURSE | 40 | $235,170 |
| RICHARD P SHANNON MD | CHIEF QUALITY OFFICER | 40 | $1,150,357 |
| JEFFREY M FERRANTI | VP & CHIEF DIGITAL OFFICER | 40 | $1,032,996 |
| KEITH STOVER | VP FINANCE/COO, PRMO | 40 | $627,639 |
| MARY ANN FUCHS | FORMER VP PATIENT CARE/CHIEF NURSING OFFICER | 50 | $1,083,315 |
| RHONDA BRANDON | CHIEF HR OFFICER | 50 | $883,099 |
| WILLIAM J FULKERSON MD | FORMER OFFICER | — | — |
| JOHN P MORDACH | FORMER OFFICER | — | $523,330 |
| A EUGENE WASHINGTON MD | CHANCELLOR EMERITUS FOR HEALTH AFF. | — | — |
| KATHLEEN GALBRAITH | FORMER KEY EMPLOYEE | — | $222,820 |
| LEIGH BLEECKER | FORMER KEY EMPLOYEE | 0.1 | $485,406 |
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Duke University Health System Inc fund?
Duke Health strives to transform medicine and health locally and globally through innovative scientific research, rapid translation of breakthrough discoveries, educating future clinical and scientific leaders, advocating and practicing evidence-based medicine to improve community health, and leading efforts to eliminate health inequalities. The organization's grantmaking focuses on Education, Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking, and Human Services.
How do I apply for a grant from Duke University Health System Inc?
Duke University Health System Inc makes grants to support community initiatives and charitable causes. Recent grants include: • Durham Public Schools Foundation: $100,000 (Community Support) • Habitat for Humanity of Durham: $75,000 (Community Support) • Coalition To Strengthen America's Health Care: $60,000 (General Support) Based on the most recent IRS 990 filing (2023), the organization reported total giving of $2,054,288, with typical awards ranging from $2,000 to $150,000.
Where does Duke University Health System Inc make grants?
The organization primarily funds initiatives in North Carolina, Wisconsin, and Texas.
What size grants does Duke University Health System Inc award?
In 2024, Duke University Health System Inc awarded 54 grants totaling $1.1M — an average of about $21K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Duke University Health System Inc's EIN?
Duke University Health System Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 56-2070036. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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