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Your gift today creates brighter days for older adults in our community.

Each day, the Durham Center for Senior Life serves more than 250 older adults at no cost to them. As a welcoming community hub, DCSL provides opportunities for connection, enrichment, and support through programs that promote healthy, active, and independent living. 

As we work towards our $30,000 year-end fundraising goal, every gift received by December 31, 2026, helps us sustain the programs and vital support services that enrich the lives of older adults in our community. Thank you for investing in their future and the future of DCSL.

Watch the video below to hear directly from the people who are at the heart of our mission and see what your generosity makes possible.

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Dedicate your donation

Make your donation in honor or memoriam of someone.
The Durham Center for Senior Life will send a card acknowledging your gift.
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Employer match program

Employee donation matching programs offer an opportunity to maximize the impact of your donation. Many companies match their employees’ donations, effectively doubling the value of your gift. By participating in an employer match program, you magnify the positive impact of your donation.
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Planned giving

For information on giving through a donor advised fund (DAF), to give the gift of real estate or vehicles, or to give via stock or bond, please contact us at donations@dcslnc.org or (919) 688-8247 ext 131
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City of Durham or NC State Employee
We are beneficiaries in both the SECC giving campaign and the 7 stars City of Durham Giving Campaign. If you believe you qualify, please reach out to your employer or our development team at donations@dcslnc.org
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In-kind donations

We greatly appreciate the generosity of our community members who wish to donate items to support our programs and services. We accept a variety of in-kind donations that enhance the lives of older adults, including but not limited to: 
 
-Non-perishable food items for our food pantry 
-Personal care items such as toiletries, hygiene products, and adult diapers 
-Books, puzzles, games, and other recreational materials 
-New Adult sized underwear of all sizes 
-Art and Craft supplies
 
Please reach out to your employer or our development team at donations@dcslnc.org

Accountability

We take our commitment to transparency and accountability seriously. Every donation we receive is a testament to the trust you place in us, and we are dedicated to ensuring that your generosity has a meaningful impact on Durham’s older adults. Our program efficiency meets standards set by both Charity Navigator and GuideStar so you can give with confidence. Your donation will be used where it is needed most to support our mission most effectively.  
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About Us

The Durham Center for Senior Life is a nonprofit organization and is designated by the State of North Carolina as a Center of Excellence.

Current Hours

Monday – Wednesday – Friday:
8:30 am – 5:00 pm

Tuesday – Thursday:
8:30 am – 7:00 pm
 
Saturday & Sunday: 
Closed

Contact

Durham Center for Senior Life
406 Rigsbee Ave.
Suite 202
Durham, NC 27701
Phone: 919-688-8247
Fax: 919-683-3406

Calendar



Click HERE to view the 2026 Holiday Calendar, including holiday observances and planned center closures.

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