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Duke Athletics is committed to giving back to both the campus and surrounding community. Our teams, along with individual student-athletes, take part each year in a wide range of service initiatives and projects while remaining active with community organizations, schools and hospitals.
In the fourth edition of Bench to Beat Cancer, 231 Duke student-athletes, coaches and staff helped raise $37,324, pushing the event’s four-year total to $121,884 in support of patients and families facing the financial burdens of cancer care.
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Duke Athletics’ Rubenstein Student-Athlete Civic Engagement Program is celebrating 10 years of service, leadership and global engagement, having supported more than 315 student-athletes since 2015.
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Duke Athletics hosted over 200 kids at the 2025 National Girls and Women in Sports Day Clinic, presented by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina. Held in Cameron Indoor Stadium, the event featured hands-on instruction from Duke’s women’s varsity teams.
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After an ACE trip to Panama, Duke wrestler Connor Barket returned inspired to support young athletes in Durham through his Rising Athletes Foundation.
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Duke field hockey and Duke Cancer Institute teamed up to raise funds and awareness for cancer research. Proceeds from donations leading up to the game against Boston College directly supported DCI’s ongoing efforts.
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The third annual Dribble for Victory Over Cancer, hosted by Duke men’s basketball, raised more than $130,000 for pediatric cancer research and drew 700 participants around Duke’s athletic campus.
Duke men’s and women’s basketball volunteered at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Durham and Orange Counties, connecting with local youth through basketball games and art activities.
Duke Athletics staff and student-athletes participated in the annual 919 Day of Service across Durham, supporting local organizations and strengthening community connections.
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Duke volleyball welcomed Bailey to its 2024 signing class through Team IMPACT, which connects children facing serious illness with college athletic teams.
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Duke and Arizona State met in the Brotherhood Run charity exhibition game, with proceeds benefiting Duke Children’s Hospital.
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For the second straight year, Duke and NC Central volleyball joined forces in support of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Durham and Orange Counties.
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Thanks to the Fence for the Fight campaign, Duke fencing helped dedicate a room in the Duke Cancer Center in memory of Elizabeth Beguinet.
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Duke men’s basketball was featured in ESPN’s "My Wish" series, helping fulfill a lifelong Duke fan’s dream through Make-A-Wish.
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Duke’s men’s and women’s golf teams raised $17,697.60 during the 2023-24 season through Birdies for Babies in support of Duke Children’s.
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Durham recognized Mike Krzyzewski’s longstanding community impact by designating N.C. 751 as Coach K Highway.
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United Black Athletes has become a thriving organization at Duke, creating community and empowering student-athletes on campus and in Durham.
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Duke men’s lacrosse honored former Blue Devil Jimmy Regan and supported the Army Ranger Lead the Way Fund through its annual military appreciation game.
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Duke women’s basketball dedicated its annual Pink Game to honoring breast cancer survivors and fighters, with supporters wearing pink and participating in a pregame survivor reception.
Duke women’s basketball welcomed Cambria through Team IMPACT, continuing the department’s commitment to meaningful connections with children facing serious illness.
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Duke baseball continued its Bases for Babies and K’s 4 Kids initiatives to raise funds for Duke Children’s Hospital and cancer research.
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Duke wrestling added James Walter through Team IMPACT, creating a lasting bond between the team and a passionate Duke fan.
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Duke women’s basketball participated in the national We Back Pat initiative to raise awareness for Alzheimer’s research.
Duke and Pitt used the inaugural Hoops4ALS games to raise awareness and funds for ALS research while honoring those impacted by the disease.
Duke women’s basketball combined a game-day teddy bear toss with a hospital visit to deliver gifts and holiday cheer to Duke Children’s patients.
The Rubenstein Student-Athlete Civic Engagement Program continued to grow, expanding access to immersive international service opportunities for Duke student-athletes.
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The Mamba and Mambacita Sports Foundation partnered with Duke men’s basketball to host a skills academy clinic for young athletes on campus.
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Duke volleyball renewed its commitment to the Duke Cancer Institute’s Teen and Young Adult Oncology Program through Spike Out Cancer.
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Duke women’s soccer raised $6,539 through its annual Pink Game, adding to the program’s growing support of Duke Cancer Institute.
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GoDuke The Magazine explored the lasting impact of the Duke and NC Central volleyball partnership within the Durham community.
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Duke Athletics staff marked 919 Day through service activities across Durham, reinforcing the department’s dedication to community impact.
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Ja’Mion Franklin earned national recognition for his outstanding community service and leadership.
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Duke and NC Central volleyball collaborated on a community event tied to their historic matchup and fundraiser for the Boys & Girls Clubs.
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Duke men’s basketball partnered with Duke Children’s, the V Foundation and the Pediatric Cancer Research Foundation for its annual fundraising event.
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Duke student-athletes reflected on their summer service experience in Vietnam, where they taught academics, sports and life skills.
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Participants shared reflections from their immersive ACE experience in South Africa, highlighting community engagement and personal growth.
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Duke student-athletes reflected on lessons in sustainability, service and community during the 2023 ACE Program in Costa Rica.
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Ja’Mion Franklin’s community engagement earned ACC recognition and showcased his commitment to service beyond football.
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The ACC honored several Duke student-athletes, a team and the department’s United Black Athletes chapter for their service efforts.
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Coach K spoke at the Emily Krzyzewski Center graduation, emphasizing the importance of community support and education in Durham.
Duke Athletics was recognized nationally for its longstanding partnership with Team IMPACT and its support of children facing serious illness and disability.
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Duke Student-Athlete Development partnered with Special Olympics for a campus event featuring games, dancing and community connection.
