Empowering Students

From elementary school through college

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Who We Are

The Emily Krzyzewski Center, a nonprofit organization in Durham, North Carolina, implements four distinct programs designed to build on the academic, career, and leadership potential of students who are traditionally underrepresented in higher education. Collectively, our programs serve students from elementary school through college and equip them with the skills necessary to successfully complete higher education, connect to promising careers, and become agents of change within their communities. 

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Impact

The Center serves over
2,000
students annually.
The Scholars to College class of 2025 received
109
acceptances to colleges and universities.
Game Plan: Future supported
215
students through 1:1 advising last year.

Celebrating 20 Years

In 2026, the Emily K Center reaches an exciting milestone – 20 years of service to the Durham community. We are honored and grateful for two decades of impact and look forward to a bright future of possibility.

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2025 Annual Report

See what we have accomplished together. Our 2025 Annual Report tells the story of the Center’s journey and a year of impact.

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Voted INDY's Best Kid's Nonprofit!

The Emily K Center is honored to be recognized in INDY Week’s Best of the Triangle readers’ choice awards for 2025. Thank you to everyone who voted and continues to champion the Emily K Center’s mission to help students dream big, achieve more, and reach their full potential.

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Thank you to key community partner, Durham Public Schools!

Thank you to our Center Level Sponsor, Nuna Baby, for their annual support of the Emily K Center!

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Your generous contribution helps empower Durham students on their paths to college.

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