Impact Stories

Stories that show how privately funded research, programs and initiatives are making a difference.

Carolina Stories

Kristy Woodson Harvey poses with arms crossed.

4 min read

Best-selling author finds home in Carolina

Dante Pittman stands with hand on hips with Whirligig Park in the background

3 min read

Going back to where he started

Person smiling making coffee.

2 min read

Research leading to less loneliness

An exterior photo of the School of Government building.

1 min read

High-impact fellows

People walking past helped wanted sign.

2 min read

Where are the workers?

Portrait of Daniel Johnson in front of a black background.

3 min read

Active-duty journalism

Portrait of Aimee Wall arms crossed, smiling at camera.

2 min read

Serving local leaders

Raul Reis stands in front of a doorway.

2 min read

Fostering collaboration and community

Shayla Douglas stands in downtown Garner

2 min read

Leading locally

Dante Pittman poses outside with hands on hips and whirligigs in the background.

3 min read

Strengthening North Carolina’s local governments

Chris Atack and Duane Hampton in police uniforms pose at the UNC School of Government.

1 min read

A Mission for Public Service

Tori Smith Ekstrand in front of a wall featuring the United State Constitution.

2 min read

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