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Many families in North Carolina are not safe, even in their own homes.

See how the Center's research has led to changes in the law

Fraud committed against the elderly in North Carolina is rampant. Scams target all seniors, rich and poor, all races, both male and female.

Click here for the Center’s recommendations to prevent fraud committed against the elderly in North Carolina.

Too many North Carolinians drop out of school. But Marcus, a three-time dropout, is now on the Dean’s list at his community college.

Learn more about Marcus and the Center's research on dropouts....

Here's what others are saying about the Center's impact on North Carolina citizens

“North Carolinians are fortunate to have an independent, nonprofit organization that analyzes state programs and other issues important to this state. Its recommendations have helped improve the lives of our residents and promote more efficient use of governmental funds.” -- The Transylvania Times

“It’s an organization that often takes on tough chores. If the nonpartisan, nonprofit N.C. Center for Public Policy Research were a child in a large family, it would be the dutiful one who was utterly dependable, not the prodigal son. Whether the issue is higher education, or community colleges, or money and politics, the Center’s findings are solid and often helpful to lawmakers.”  -- The News and Observer of Raleigh