Student life & well-being

Support a vibrant, inclusive campus experience that fosters belonging, tradition and lifelong connection to Carolina while supporting the whole student academically, emotionally and personally.

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Providing education in a vibrant setting

We champion a campus where innovation, leadership and discovery are not only expected but encouraged. By supporting our student population and fostering a positive campus culture, you can help our student population stay empowered.

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A conversation with a Student Body President

Adolfo Alvarez ’26 went from not knowing if he was going to attend college to becoming UNC-Chapel Hill’s 2025-26 student body president — nothing short of an incredible journey.

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Your support in action

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Health, Medicine & Scientific Discovery
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Fighting hunger, feeding hope

Carolina students, faculty and partners are fighting food insecurity and building lasting solutions through the Carolina Hunger Initiative.

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Social & Behavioral Sciences
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A journey beyond Darwin

Sarah McGlothlin explores the human side of adaptation and care in the Galápagos.

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Education & Child Development
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Ask a Professor: Anne Maheux on generative AI use among adolescents

The assistant professor in the UNC College of Arts and Sciences and Winston Family Distinguished Fellow at the Winston Center on Technology and Brain Development discusses how the use of digital media, including generative AI, impacts teens.

Support a world-class education

Your support allows Carolina students to prosper in their coursework, extracurriculars and personal lives, allowing students to leave Chapel Hill better than they found it. 

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Office of the Executive Director for the Arts Expendable Fund

Provide support for CPA's vital operations and the creation of thought-provoking arts experiences.

Pharmacy Student Activities Fund

Provides support for resources like professional development, leadership training and community engagement that transform classroom learning into real-world impact for our students.

The Graduate School Fund for Experiential Learning

This fund provides stipends for graduate students, ensuring that financial constraints do not hinder their ability to pursue experiential learning opportunities in non-academic settings.

Carolina Food Pantry Network

Provides funding for new and existing food pantries in schools and units across campus to ensure that every member of the Carolina community is food secure and has access to nutritious meals without barriers. Your gift to this fund will allow us to grow our network of on-campus food pantries, so that no matter where students are located, they have access to the food and personal care items they need.

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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 student life and well-being. 

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