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Provides donors with the opportunity to inscribe their name, a loved one’s name, their business, or in memoriam, to create a lasting legacy. A permanent brass plate with your inscription will be installed on the seat you select in the Stone Center Auditorium. Your named seat serves as a reminder of your commitment to the Stone Center’s mission.

Provides support for the maintenance of and resources for The Harbor, our newly renovated student-centered space on the Stone Center's third floor, designed to transform student learning and experience.

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.

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. 

Supports Sustainable Carolina, UNC-Chapel Hill’s central hub for advancing sustainability by connecting campus operations, academics, and research, tracking progress, and engaging the community in hands-on efforts to reduce environmental impact and promote long-term well-being.

Provides support for an award to students who desire to travel abroad for a minimum of one semester. These students choose their own plans of study and report back to us upon completion of study. Fellowships awards range up to $2500 and are offered once per year.