Funds
The Resident Artists Fund
Provide support for artists in developing new work and techniques, advancing interdisciplinary research and engaging students through academics and campus life.
The Richard "Stick" and Teresa Holland Williams Endowed Fund
Named in honor of alumni Richard “Stick” Williams (Class of 1975) and Teresa Holland Williams (Class of 1977), whose generous seed gift established the endowment. Its purpose is to provide a permanent source of support that strengthens our sustainability, safeguards our mission and preserves the Stone Center’s lasting impact for generations to come.
The School of Social Work Scholarship Fund
Provide support for dozens of scholarship funds to help students. Some are designated for students who meet certain criteria — for example, a student who lives in a particular county or a student who is pursuing a particular career in social work.
The Scott Family Foundation Expendable Fund for Student Experiences
Ensure that students with financial need can take advantage of the school’s many transformational experiential learning opportunities that are available both through course work and extracurricular opportunities.
The Sean Douglas Fellowship Endowment
Provides support for professional development experiences for students through internships with the Stone Center. The Fellowship, named for UNC-Chapel Hill alum Sean Douglas, a U.S. Army veteran, aviator and community leader, provides semester-long paid internships. Students work directly with Stone Center staff to develop meaningful service and engagement experiences on campus and in the surrounding communities.
The Summer Bridge Program
Provides support for a six-week program that helps incoming students, many from underserved backgrounds, transition to college life.
The Susan Grey Akers Scholarship Fund
Inspired by Susan Grey Akers’ trailblazing legacy, this fund enhances the MSLS student experience by providing resources that foster academic achievement, professional growth and opportunities to learn and lead.
The William A. Whitaker Foundation Art Fund
Provides support for the Ackland to acquire works of art for the permanent collection.
The Wyndham Robertson Artist Residency Fund
Provides support for artists' residencies to ensure they remain a vibrant pillar of our programs, supporting artists in developing new work, advancing research, and engaging students. Named in honor of our founding board member.
The Young Alumni Carolina Covenant Scholarship Endowment Fund
Provides support for Carolina Covenant, a University program that provides support including, but not limited to, scholarships, orientation and mentoring.