Duke Cancer Institute (DCI) completed its celebration of five decades of life-changing discovery and care with a black tie event on Saturday, October 14, 2023. The evening's finale unveiled the total raised for cancer research and care during DCI's anniversary time frame: more than $86 million, including $32.7 million in planned gifts.
More than 225 guests attended the event, which alone raised $100,000.
Hosted by DCI Executive Director Michael Kastan, MD, PhD, the event featured inspiring stories from several cancer survivors, a guest appearance by former Duke basketball coach Mike Krzyzewski, and a performance by award-winning actress, singer, and philanthropist Kristin Chenoweth.