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Philanthropy

Since 1933, a foundation of philanthropy has enabled Durham Academy to be a school equal to the passion and aspirations of its students. This vibrant tradition of giving impacts every corner of our campuses, benefiting students and teachers in their endeavors today, and supporting their dreams for tomorrow. We are deeply grateful to our Cavalier community; your philanthropic support ensures our ability to implement our school's mission, reach our ambitions and extend our tradition of excellence. 

Our top fundraising priorities for 2023–2024 are the DA Fund and Beyond the Threshold.

 

 

The Durham Academy Fund, our annual fundraising effort, ensures students an unparalleled experience in academics, athletics, arts and all areas of pursuit.

Student-teacher relationships are the heart of the school, and the DA Fund fuels every facet of the DA experience for every student and every faculty member, every day. A gift to the DA Fund immediately impacts the school's areas of greatest need.

 

Learn How the DA Fund Changes Lives
 

 

 

Beyond the Threshold not only supports our talented students and teachers but will also create a future of far-reaching impact.

This campaign is the most ambitious fundraising effort Durham Academy has ever undertaken.

 

Help Take DA Beyond the Threshold

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DA Alumni Community

As a Durham Academy alum, you are part of a lifelong network of individuals driven by the moral, happy, productive values instilled here at DA.

Find Ways to Stay Connected & Give Back

Alumni Giving Back

Unique giving opportunities are available to help make DA's culture of giving accessible to alumni at all stages of their careers and lives. 

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tim.mckenna@da.org

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Erika Estrada Boden
Class of 1999

I think it’s important to give back to DA because it’s a school that has given me so much. It feels very fulfilling to make a small impact on a community that had such a major impact on me, through the quality education I received, the amazing faculty who guided me, and the lifelong friends I made. Contributing to someone else’s experience at DA is just my way of expressing gratitude for my invaluable DA experience."