Illuminating the humanity and possibility in us all—one story at a time.Stories from people of all backgrounds and beliefs

Core values

- It has collected and preserved over 644,531 participant stories, creating the largest archive of human voices, which helps in understanding and appreciating diverse American experiences[2][5].
- The One Small Step initiative has been shown to increase empathy and hope for civil communication across political divides, with participants feeling more hopeful and respectful towards those with differing political views[1].
- StoryCorps content helps a large majority (94% in 2019) of listeners better understand the experiences of people different from them, promoting empathy and understanding[4].
- The organization has various initiatives that address the needs of marginalized and underserved populations, such as veterans, LGBTQ+ individuals, and refugees, among others[2][4].
- It contributes to a culture of understanding and respect, with 81% of listeners feeling positive about humanity and 60% believing in the possibility of meaningful conversations with those holding different political beliefs[2].