Impact Stories

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

Carolina Stories

Athletes do pushups in a gym.

6 min read

Power Hour

UNC School of Social Work Dean Ramona Denby-Brinson.

2 min read

Addressing kinship care

People walking past helped wanted sign.

2 min read

Where are the workers?

Carissa Hessick stands outside.

2 min read

Tracking campaign contributions

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

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

A portrait of Dorothy Espelage.

2 min read

International forums and worldwide problems

Portrait of John Spencer with his purple heart.

2 min read

Correcting the record

Dr. Danielle Spurlock teaching to her class.

2 min read

Analyzing housing security

An action shot of Gigi Cloney wearing boxing gloves

4 min read

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