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Through a joint partnership with DHIC and partners, Self-Help, the City of Durham and AJ Fletcher Foundation, Duke's 2.5M contribution helped create 82 new affordable units.
With a bright smile and an infectious laugh, Joann Carpenter radiates positive energy. At her home dedication ceremony, Habitat for Humanity staff commented on her spirit as Carpenter took the keys and moved in with her family as a new homeowner.
In partnership with the City of Durham, Self Help, SunTrust/Truist, NC Community Development Initiative, Duke contributed $3M to enable small and nonprofit developers to build affordable housing units in Durham.
