Impact Stories

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

Carolina Stories

Lane stands in front of South Building on U.N.C. campus.

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Finding a different path

Ana Zurita Posas, Scott Hamilton, and Kevin Guskiewicz stand chatting at the GoldenLEAF Luncheon.

3 min read

Supporting North Carolina’s rural communities

Veteran Matthew Colon stands in a barn with a horse, facing the camera. An American flag is in the background.

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Helping Veterans Thrive

Dr. Sheikh examines a patient with health care professionals taking notes in the background.

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Doing What She Loves

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

3 min read

Strengthening North Carolina’s local governments

Doctor at desk with head in hands.

2 min read

STEPPS to address physician stress

Ilana Shtivelman in front of the UNC Veterans Resource Center.

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Serving veterans through social work

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

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A Mission for Public Service

Dr. Joseph Muenzer with Cathy Bryson and Vaughn Bryson.

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Pioneering care for rare diseases

Elderly women participate in an exercise class

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Moving toward better cognition

Trenette Goings stands in a classroom.

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Goings the extra mile

A United States flag flies

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Documenting veteran histories