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Our Mission The Mary Duke Biddle Foundation supports the Arts and K-12 education in Chatham, Durham, Orange, and Wake Counties, as well as Duke University.
Background
El Futuro works with Latinx students and parents to support and foster academic success. Photo courtesy of El Futuro
A Sampling of Recent Grants
Mary Duke Biddle established the foundation in 1956, following the philanthropic example set by her family’s investments in Duke University, North Carolina Central University, and numerous other charitable organizations. Today, MDBF supports K-12 education nonprofits that promote student success and learning and offer high-quality arts instruction for underserved students. In addition, MDBF supports cultural organizations in recognition of the vital role of the arts in creating strong, vibrant communities. Duke University also receives support.
Upcoming Events • 2022 K-12 Education Grant Program
• Village of Wisdom, Durham
Application period March 1-March 15, 2022
• El Vínculo Hispano/The Hispanic Liaison, Siler City
Pre-application conversations February 1-February 28, 2022
• Helps Education Fund, Research Triangle
• 2022 Arts Grant Program
• Community Music School, Raleigh
Application period June 1-June 15, 2022
• Arts Access, Raleigh
Pre-application conversations May 1-May 31, 2022
• The ArtsCenter, Carrboro • Durham Symphony, Durham • Diamanté Arts & Cultural Center, Cary • The Beautiful Project, Durham • El Futuro, Triangle Region
Community Music School offers instrument, voice, music theater, and music technology education in small groups and individual instruction by professional musicians and educators. Photo courtesy of Community Music School
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Get in Touch!
Phone: 919-493-5591 info@mdbf.org Website: mdbf.org
In 2022, MDBF anticipates awarding $730,000 in grants to support K-12 Education, the Arts, and the nonprofit sector. Go to mdbf.org or specific funding goals, eligibility, and application guidelines. In 2021, the foundation responded to the COVID-19 crisis by awarding $295,000 to support K-12 students, artist relief funds and arts organizations, and community-based relief efforts and rental assistance, in addition to $1,013,000 in its regular grantmaking programs. Maestro William Curry directs musicians with the Durham Symphony Orchestra at Pullen Park. Photo by John Franklin