Business, work & the economy

Prepare students for life after graduation, using a Carolina education to address real-world challenges and better serve the state, nation and world. 

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Powering North Carolina’s workforce and economy

As North Carolina's flagship public university, UNC-Chapel Hill has a responsibility to drive economic growth and opportunity across the state. The University educates the nurses, social workers, teachers and business leaders North Carolina needs and supports economic vitality and community development across all 100 counties, building a stronger future for North Carolina.

Your support matters.

Help ensure North Carolina has the talent, leadership and innovation needed to meet tomorrow's challenges. Your support expands educational opportunities, strengthens communities and accelerates economic growth across the state.

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Business education

Help students apply business practices to real-world endeavors.

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Economic research

Through research, students can better understand their position in greater market trends.

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Real-world application

Preparing Tar Heels for the workforce is a top priority and can only be achieved through career services and industry engagement.

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Steven D. Bell Hall opens its doors

Steven D. Bell Hall opened its doors as UNC Kenan-Flagler’s newest space for learning, collaboration and innovation. The modern building doubles the space for teaching so that 50% more students can study undergraduate business. 

Support workforce preparation efforts

Help bring student innovations to real-world markets. In providing funding for novel projects and cutting-edge research, you’re helping students position themselves in a competitive marketplace. 

Tar Heel Business Academy Scholarship Fund

Provides need-based scholarships for high school students to attend the Tar Heel Business Academy, UNC Kenan-Flagler’s pre-college business program.

The Kenan-Flagler PhD Discretionary Fund

Provides discretionary support for the PhD program at UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School, including top-up stipends for current PhD students.

Center for Banking and Finance Endowment Fund

Provides support for student learning and professional leadership in banking and finance law through research, teaching, and industry‑focused programs at UNC School of Law.

Friends of the Shuford Program in Entrepreneurship

Provides support for high-impact courses and experiential learning opportunities in the Shuford Program.

Your support in action

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Making space for a dream fulfilled

Senior Addie Afeworki reflects on the scholarship that helped her thrive at Carolina.

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Mentorship helped graduating Peachtree Scholar find her path

For senior Grace Brown, the Peachtree Scholarship opened a community of mentors.

Jake Beck and Olivia McCormack

Micro-internships offer real-world experience in 60 hours

Jake Beck and Oviya Kumar balanced schoolwork and professional projects through the UNC Career Center program.

Contact us

Have questions or want to explore how your giving can make the greatest impact? We welcome the opportunity to connect and learn more about what inspires you. Reach out to start a conversation about your philanthropic goals and how you can support business, work and economy initiatives.