Upcoming Event: Swimming & Diving versus NCAA Women's Championship on March 18, 2026 at 10 a.m. Prelims / 6 p.m. Finals
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10 a.m. Prelims / 6 p.m. Finals
Swimming & Diving
vs NCAA Women's Championship
Iron Dukes Membership
Iron Dukes Membership
Membership overview
Iron Dukes membership starts at $120 a year. Members make a pledge and may pay in installments during the fiscal year, which runs July 1 through June 25. All pledges for the 2025–26 year must be paid in full by June 25, 2026. Every gift supports scholarships, facilities, and program needs across Duke’s 27 varsity sports.
Ways to give
Give online, by phone, or by check. Make checks payable to Duke University and mail to 110 Whitford Drive, Box 90542, Durham, NC 27708. For stock gifts, donor-advised funds, IRA distributions, or other transfers, call (919) 613-7575 for help.
Multi-year pledges
Multi-year pledges give programs steady support and can improve your Iron Dukes priority. Donors who commit to a five-year pledge, with a minimum of $1,250 per year, or who include Duke Athletics in their estate plans may receive additional lifetime giving credit.
Matching gifts
Many employers match charitable gifts and may double your impact. To request a match, file a matching gift claim with your employer. Matching gifts do not count toward required contributions for Men’s Basketball or Football season ticket rights.
Donor-advised funds and private foundations
Gifts from donor-advised funds and private foundations may support Duke Athletics. Federal rules prevent using these gifts for contributions that confer the right to purchase season tickets. Duke may accept such gifts but ticket purchase rights will not be granted.
Planned and deferred giving
Deferred gifts such as bequests and retirement plan gifts help shape Duke’s long-term future. Including Duke Athletics in your estate plans may also affect your Iron Dukes priority. Contact us if you have included Duke in your plans or if you want help making a planned gift.
Membership and season ticket purchase rights
Members who want season tickets for men’s basketball in Cameron Indoor Stadium or football in Blue Devil Tower must make annual contributions to the Annual Fund at levels set by Duke Athletics. Gifts that directly or indirectly provide seating rights are not tax deductible. Gifts from donor-advised funds, private foundations, employer matching programs, IRA charitable rollovers, and appreciated securities do not satisfy required contributions tied to ticket purchase rights.
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Join the Iron Dukes
Questions about gifts or planned giving? Call (919) 613-7575 or email irondukes@duke.edu.
