Impact Stories

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

Carolina Stories

Daniel Bowen (right) meets with Ross Tompkins, assistant to the town manager, to discuss Chapel Hill's sustainability initiative.

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Giving back to the community

SECU Foundation members holding check

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Investing in local leadership

Sarah Hoffman portrait

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An advocate for mental health

Sarah Hoffman smiling for a photo.

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Advocating for mental health

Purshotam Aruwani sitting at a desk with a computer and monitor.

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A summer in public safety

Anita Brown-Graham poses outside on UNC-Chapel Hill's campus.

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Preparing the Workforce for Economic Recovery

A photo of downtown Kinston with American flag.

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Giving local governments a boost

Five Carolina Law students, accompanied by Dean Martin Brinkley and Professor Lissa Broome at the Court of Justice of the European Union in Luxembourg.

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Gaining Mutual Understanding