Impact Stories

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

Carolina Stories

Portrait of Marisa Marraccini against a blue squiggle background.

4 min read

Ask a Professor: Marisa Marraccini on suicide prevention

Jordyn Middleton stands smiling surrounded by children from the Durham Boys & Girls Club who are all pointing at her.

5 min read

'Realizing dreams, beyond your dreams'

Kara Hume smiles and faces the camera while posing in a gym. Each hand grips an exercise ring hanging down.

3 min read

Ask a Professor: Kara Hume on fitness for all

Portrait of Rymer in front of the UNC School of Education.

5 min read

Bridging access

A portrait of Dorothy Espelage.

2 min read

International forums and worldwide problems

The inaugural Sources of Strength class taking group photo in front of brick building.

2 min read

Promoting mental wellness

Portrait of Kaylee Burrell leaning on the desk in her middle school classroom

5 min read

Led by Her Passions

A blurry person walks down a corridor.

1 min read

The Impact of GiveUNC