Voterheads receives grant to expand free newsletter across Columbia metro area, addressing need for public meeting knowledge
October 8, 2024
Free weekly subscription notifies those who live, work, or own a business or property in Richland County of upcoming public meetings, agendas
Voterheads, a South Carolina-based technology company that provides monitoring of local government public meetings nationwide, is pleased to announce, with help from a recent grant from the Knight Foundation Fund at Central Carolina Community Foundation, the expansion of its free newsletter service throughout Richland County. Covering public meetings in the entire Columbia metro area, this initiative helps ensure residents have access to what is being voted on and discussed at local public meetings, such as councils, planning commissions, etc.
After a year-long test run distributed by MidlandsBiz, the newsletter is now a standalone offering of Voterheads with dedicated social channels, continuing its mission to keep the public informed and engaged.
Mike Switzer, CEO of Voterheads and host/producer of SC Public Radio’s South Carolina Business Review, expressed his enthusiasm for the project: “We are thrilled to extend our outreach and services to Richland County. Our goal is to empower residents with the information they need to participate actively in their local government and community. Thanks to the Knight Foundation’s generosity, we can now reach even more people and continue to promote civic engagement.”
For more information about Voterheads and to subscribe to the newsletter, please visit Voterheads’ website (https://www.voterheads.com/newsletters/south-carolina/midlands).
About Voterheads
Voterheads is a pioneering platform dedicated to enhancing civic engagement by providing timely and comprehensive information on local government meetings and agendas. Our mission is to empower citizens and businesses with the knowledge they need to participate actively in their communities and stay abreast of votes that may affect them. By offering free newsletters and easy-to-use tools, Voterheads ensures that residents and businesses stay informed about the decisions that impact their daily lives. With a commitment to transparency, accessibility, and nonpartisanship, Voterheads is transforming the way people interact with their local governments. For more information, visit Voterheads’ website (voterheads.com).
About Central Carolina Community Foundation
Central Carolina Community Foundation, the Midlands’ leader in collaborative philanthropy, is a nonprofit organization serving 11 counties in the Midlands of SC by distributing grants and scholarships and linking the resources of donors, nonprofits, and area leaders to communities in need. Major initiatives include the online giving challenge Midlands Gives, Connected Communities grants, the One SC Fund, and annual scholarships. For more information about the Foundation, visit www.yourfoundation.org or call 803.254.5601.
