INSPIRING IMPACT
Showcasing the remarkable people, programs and innovations fueled by the generosity of Carolina’s donors and volunteers.
Michael Jordan’s historic $10 million gift honors his mother and expands UNC School of Social Work’s local and global impact
Largest gift in school history will advance social work innovation and support students and faculty.
Bill and Peggy Britt Foundation $5M gift to prepare future public service leaders
Generous gift will strengthen the UNC School of Government’s efforts to grow North Carolina’s public service workforce.
Pivotal gift strengthens first-year students’ transition to Carolina
College of Arts and Sciences program renamed Shroff Summer Bridge Program
Landmark grant celebrates Tom Kenan’s commitment to the arts
Transformative $20 million grant advances Carolina’s bold vision
Preparing North Carolina’s rural educators
With support from private philanthropy, programs like Fellows for Inclusive Excellence are creating new pathways for students to serve North Carolina, bringing fresh energy, innovation and commitment to communities that need it most.
Wilson Library showcases 509-year-old edition of ‘The Odyssey’
Printed entirely in Greek, this copy has deep ties to the advent of modern printing and was donated by a Carolina professor
She searches for sunlight energy solutions
Chemistry professor Jillian Dempsey’s lab researches ways to convert solar energy into liquid fuels.
Stories archive
Browse the complete Carolina Giving Stories collection to learn more about the many ways Carolina donors and volunteers drive progress and support Tar Heels.