The Durham Jaycees is an organization of young professionals between the ages of 21 and 40 who are dedicated to leadership development through community service. Through projects like the Haunted House, Casino Night, the Great Human Race, and a multitude of others, the Jaycees have raised money for community organizations in addition to growing Jaycee members into leaders and creating lifelong friends. We've been serving the community of Durham, North Carolina since 1938!

The Durham Jaycees meet the second Tuesday of each month at 6:30 PM.

Our meetings are held at the R. David Thomas Hotel and Conference Center on Duke University’s West Campus. Directions to the Center can be found here. Dinner will be provided for this meeting.

Please subscribe to our calendar for upcoming events.

There are often events going on in and around Duke's campus and the R. David Thomas Center has provided us with a parking pass in order to access their parking lot during our meetings. If you are a guest interested in visiting us, or if you are a member who seems to have misplaced your pass, please contact Catherine Thomas and she will gladly email you a copy.

DSA Nomination forms

As a part of our longstanding commitment to community service, leadership, and individual development, the Durham Jaycees annually reward individuals who make a difference for Durham .

Please help us honor young adults and others who share our commitment and dedication to this community. Click the links below to access nomination forms and nominate a deserving person you know.

Together, we can change our world!

Outstanding Teenager

Outstanding Young Educator

Outstanding Young Farmer

Outstanding Senior Citizen

Outstanding Young Public Servant

Young North Carolinian and Distinguished Service Award

Jaycee Boss of the Year
(Must be nominated by a member in good standing of the Durham Jaycees)

All nominations must be received by the Durham Jaycees prior to 6:00 PM on Tuesday, March 19, 2013.  Please submit your completed nomination forms to:

Chandler Vatavuk, 2013 Durham Jaycees President

Email:
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US Mail:
DSA Nominations
c/o Durham Jaycees
PO Box 1402
Durham, NC 27702

Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to email the Durham Jaycees at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , or call 866-610-4887 and someone will return your call shortly.

The Chapel Hill - Carrboro Sunrise Rotary Club Rubber Duck Race

June 1, 2013

The 10th Annual Rubber Duck Race begins at 11:00 am by the Mill House at West Point on the Eno River, Durham, NC.  Winners are determined and announced at the end of the race.  Visitors are welcome!