The Shingleton Society pays tribute to William W. Shingleton, MD, the founding director of Duke Comprehensive Cancer Center, now known as Duke Cancer Institute.

Shingleton Society
The Shingleton Society honors the generosity of donors who have made a gift of $1,000 or more during our fiscal year, which runs July 1 through June 30. The impact of this philanthropy is significant as Duke Cancer Institute continues its quest to extend and improve the lives of all people with cancer.
This committed group of annual donors stands shoulder-to-shoulder with world-class physicians, researchers, and caregivers dedicated to improving the lives of those affected by cancer. We are grateful to every donor who has chosen to partner with us in our quest to change the rules on cancer. With your support, we are moving further, faster, and with greater purpose.
For more information or to apply for membership, please contact Sharon White, Senior Director of Leadership Annual Giving, at 984-227-1410.
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Benefits
Shingleton Society members receive invitations to educational and recognition events from Duke Cancer Institute and Duke Health, including the annual Society Luncheon and Shingleton Awards Celebration. For more information or to give, contact Sharon White, Senior Director of Leadership Annual Giving, 984-227-1410.
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Member—$1,000
Members are committed annual giving donors dedicated to supporting Duke Cancer Institute’s physicians, researchers, and caregivers in our pursuit to eradicate cancer as we know it.
Founder—$2,500
Recognizes Dr. William W. Shingleton, the founding director of the Duke Comprehensive Cancer Center, now known as Duke Cancer Institute, for his dedication to the field of cancer research.
Ambassador—$5,000
Recognizes annual donors who demonstrate their loyalty and commitment through their gifts to build upon Dr. William W. Shingleton’s achievements and to create a cancer center that is internationally renowned for its cutting-edge research, patient care, and treatment.
Leadership—$10,000
Paves the way for even greater research, health care, and education and for continuing philanthropy.
Innovator—$25,000
Innovation is central to Duke Cancer Institute’s mission and a requirement to transform research, health care, and education to benefit society. We celebrate donors who are partners in our innovative spirit.
Benefits
Shingleton Society members receive invitations to educational and recognition events from Duke Cancer Institute and Duke Health, including the annual Society Luncheon and Shingleton Awards Celebration.
The Shingleton Award is inspired by William W. Shingleton, MD, founding father and emeritus director of the Duke Comprehensive Cancer Center. This prestigious award recognizes the outstanding service and generosity of individuals committed to advancing the fight against cancer. Over the years, Duke Cancer Institute has honored many individuals, couples, and families for their generosity in contributing both time and financial resources.
Clayton Homes of Oxford
Dan George, MD
The Menges Family and the I'm Not Done Yet Foundation
Leslie Graves
Past Award Recipients
2021
Sandy and Jean Costa
Jonathan Levin
P. Kelly Marcom, MD
Sue White
Jonathan Wigser
2020
Steele and Molly Dewey
Rick Gieryn
Aaron Katz
Kevin Oeffinger, MD
Fred and Alice Stanback
Mary Ellen Williams
2019
Meg and Bill Lindenberger
Macey Colvin
Joseph O. Moore, MD
2018
Carol and Harold Johnson
Sam Poley
2016
Melinda and Stan Epperson
Harry Rhoads
2015
The Rory David Deutsch Foundation
The Holt Brothers Foundation
Ellyn and Alan Samsky
2014
William Caler, Jr.
Gerhard Cless
Barbara Horne
Nancy and Gordon Wright
2013
Thomas And Janet Kean
Nick Valvano
2012
Beischer Family
John Emerson
2011
R. Ross Harris
Lyn Proctor & Gary Hock
Myles Wittenstein
2010
Debbie Deal & Frank Moody
2009
Melanie Parkins Bacheler
2008
Michael Fields
Alice & Fred Stanback
2007
Jean & Steve Case
Stacey Case
2006
Ken Coates
Rachel Shanberg
Jon Spicehandler, M.D.
2005
Gigi & William Harris
Mattye & Marc Silverman
2003
Frank Courtney
Mary Woodall
2002
Nancy Emerson
Dianne & Mike Traynor
2001
Kate and Cary Harrison
Charles Hayes
2000
Barbara & Robert Bell
Rebecca & Malcolm Briggs
Marlene & Frederic Malek
1994
Ahmad Alzabin
Dana Fields
B.J. & Bob Williams
1993
Jo Ryan Armstrong
Carlton Harris, M.D.
Suzanne Koenigsberg
1992
Carma Burton
Ellen & Ben Jordan
Anne & Jim Powell, M.D.
Genie & Bob Stone
1991
Laura Carpenter Bingham
Wolfgang K. Joklik, Ph.D.
Patsy Rendleman
Marsha & Jack Slane
1990
Frankie & Pete DuBose, Jr.
Peggy & Mac McMurry
Ellen & Gerry Sigal
1989
Roberts Timberlake
Edward Williams
1988
John Amos
Joann & David Grimes
1987
Peter Armstrong
John Carter
Edwin Jones, Jr.
W. Osborne Lee, Jr.
Edwin Morris
1988
John Amos
Joann & David Grimes
1989
Roberts Timberlake
Edward Williams