Funds
Center for Public Engagement with Science
Supports a network of field sites through semester-long, immersive experiences in North Carolina and abroad where students live and learn in diverse ecosystems — from mountains to coasts to urban environments while advancing education, research, and community engagement.
Department of Economics
Provides support for the department's greatest needs, which include showcasing faculty research, aiding students' travel to conferences and competitions, funding the Quantitative Financial Economic Program and offering seminars and Career Preparation courses.
Environment, Ecology and Energy Program (E3P)
Provides support for the highest priorities of the Environment, Ecology and Energy Program (E3P).
Environmental Sciences & Engineering
Provides support to the greatest need of the department to study how environmental factors such as air, water and pollution affect human health and develop solutions to protect our communities.
Epidemiology
Provides support for the department to investigate the causes, patterns and prevention of diseases and health conditions in populations.
IE Director's Fund
Supports the director in expanding strategic partnerships with academic collaborators, advancing innovative research and educational initiatives, and fostering meaningful engagement with local stakeholders on critical environmental challenges.
Institute for the Environment - Greatest Needs
This fund provides the UNC Institute for the Environment with the flexibility to deploy resources where they are most needed to support core programs, advance emerging research, and respond to urgent environmental challenges.
The Ackerman Center for Excellence in Sustainability
Provides discretionary support for the Ackerman Center for Excellence in Sustainability at UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School. The Ackerman Center for Excellence in Sustainability drives responsible thought leadership and education to accelerate progress in social and environmental sustainability through innovative and profitable business solutions.
The Department of Earth, Marine and Environmental Sciences Fund
Provides support for the Earth / Geological Sciences, Marine Sciences, and Environmental Sciences programs.
The Social Work Unrestricted Fund
Provide flexible support for student scholarships, faculty research and community initiatives, ensuring the greatest impact where it's needed most.