Wild Things Freedom Center enjoined from charitable solicitation in South Carolina
May 12, 2025“South Carolinians are incredibly generous, and they deserve to know their contributions are going to legitimate, transparent causes,” said Secretary of State Mark Hammond Today, Secretary of State Mark Hammond…
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South Carolina Association of Technical College Commissioners announces 2025 award winners
May 9, 2025
The South Carolina Association of Technical College Commissioners (SCATCC) announces the selection of its 2025 award winners. Commissioner Leadership Award, George Piersol, Piedmont Technical College Honors an individual who has…
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Lowcountry Land Trust adds acres to Caw Caw Interpretive Center
May 8, 2025
Lowcountry Land Trust announced the permanent protection of the 35-acre Holly Grove property, which will serve as an official addition to the Caw Caw Interpretive Center in Ravenel, South Carolina. In…
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Lowcountry Food Bank holds ribbon cutting ceremony for its new Southern Regional Food Center in Hampton County
May 8, 2025
Food Lion Feeds Contributed $300,000 to Support the Facility’s Teaching Kitchen and Conference Room’s Community Resource Center Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB) held a ribbon cutting ceremony at its new Southern Regional Food…
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Sisters of Charity Foundation of SC welcomes new team member
May 7, 2025
The Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina announced the staff addition of Margie Blackwelder. Margie brings a wealth of experience and a heart for service to this Administrative Assistant…
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South Carolina ETV and Public Radio celebrates educators during May
May 7, 2025
Agency announces Bobbi Kennedy Award opportunity for educators South Carolina ETV and Public Radio (SCETV) is celebrating educators during Teacher Appreciation Week, held May 5-9, 2025. As part of this…
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Francis Marion University Education Foundation receives $100,000 grant from Power:Ed to help SC students retain their merit scholarships
May 7, 2025
Francis Marion University Education Foundation (FMUEF), has been awarded a $100,000 grant from Power:Ed, the philanthropy of SC Student Loan Corporation, to support the expansion of FMU’s Summer Success program…
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Charleston Parks Conservancy makes strategic hires to strengthen park stewardship and community engagement
May 7, 2025
The Charleston Parks Conservancy is expanding its team with four strategic hires—a full-time Volunteer Manager, a Marketing Manager, and two part-time horticulturists—to deepen community engagement and support the care of…
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Miss South Carolina delegates recognized at State House
May 6, 2025
The South Carolina State House welcomed more than 50 local delegates and volunteers from the Miss South Carolina Scholarship Organization on April 29 for Miss South Carolina Day, an annual…
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This Saturday! 32nd Annual National Association of Letter Carriers Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive supports Lowcountry Food Bank
May 6, 2025
The 32nd annual National Association of Letter Carriers Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive takes place nationally and in Charleston on Saturday, May 10. This event is the largest one-day food…
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We Are Sharing Hope SC recognized as 2025 Best Nonprofit to Work For
May 6, 2025
The statewide nonprofit donation program was among 50 organizations recognized from across the nation. We Are Sharing Hope SC (SHSC), South Carolina’s federally designated Organ Procurement Organization (OPO), has…
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SC Student Loan Corporation launches a new employee-directed mini grants program
May 1, 2025
South Carolina Student Loan Corporation (SCSLC), a nonprofit with over 50 years of experience in educational loan lending, has launched a mini grants program awarding a total of $25,000 to six SC nonprofits…
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PalmettoPride to launch SC Sweep campaign from April 25 to May 4
April 30, 2025
The statewide campaign is meant to encourage SC residents to pick up litter and keep South Carolina beautiful PalmettoPride, South Carolina’s anti-litter organization, is launching its new SC Sweep campaign. The statewide…
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IMPH releases action plan to improve health outcomes for moms and babies in rural SC through improved access to care
April 30, 2025
The plan includes recommendations to improve maternal and infant health in South Carolina The South Carolina Institute of Medicine and Public Health (IMPH), a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization working to collectively inform…
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Junior Achievement of Greater South Carolina launches JA Biztown Mobile® to help students gain better understanding of careers in South Carolina
April 29, 2025
Immersive Program Designed to Increase Career Exploration and Financial Literacy of Elementary School Students Junior Achievement of Greater South Carolina announces the launch of JA BizTown Mobile®. This program is…
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Publix Charities awards grant to address hunger in East Cooper communities
April 22, 2025East Cooper Community Outreach (ECCO) announced it has been awarded a $10,000 grant from Publix Super Markets Charities to support Hunger Relief. Established in 1966, Publix Super Markets Charities aims…
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Expanding the conservation of Fairfield Plantation
April 22, 2025
Lowcountry Land Trust announced the permanent protection of an additional portion of Fairfield Plantation—an ecologically rich and historically significant property located on the South Santee River at the gateway to…
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LaCorata Beverage LLC makes substantial donation of Graasi Organic Barley Water to Lowcountry Food Bank for distribution to partner agencies
April 21, 2025
The Lowcountry Food Bank announced today that LaCorata Beverage has made a substantial donation of 16 ounce Graasi Organic Barley Water bottles to Lowcountry Food Bank for the third consecutive…
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$500,000 donation from Boeing launches Interfaith Fund at Coastal Community Foundation
April 17, 2025
Applications are now open for faith-based organizations to receive grants from a new fund at Coastal Community Foundation, thanks to a $500,000 investment from Boeing. The Boeing Interfaith Fund supports…
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SC Cancer Alliance announces new Chief Executive Officer Nicole Echols
April 17, 2025
The South Carolina Cancer Alliance announced the appointment of Nicole Echols as its new Chief Executive Officer. Echols brings a wealth of experience in nonprofit leadership and stakeholder engagement. Most…
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ECCO receives $125,000 grant to expand Outreach efforts
April 17, 2025
East Cooper Community Outreach (ECCO) announced it has been awarded a $125,000 grant from the Charleston County Community Development and Revitalization Department. These funds will play a transformative role in…
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President and Chief Executive Officer
April 16, 2025
Lowcountry Land Trust is searching for its new President and Chief Executive Officer to lead this well-established organization. As a leading voice in conservation, the Lowcountry Land Trust’s CEO is responsible for…
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Dancing with the ARK’s Stars returns for its 15th year to support families facing Alzheimer’s
April 15, 2025
The ARK of South Carolina will host its 15th annual Dancing with The ARK’s Stars on May 10, 2025, at the Lowcountry Conference Center in Summerville Hilton, 406 Sigma Dr.,…
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We Are Sharing Hope SC celebrates National Blue & Green Day honoring donor families and transplant recipients
April 14, 2025
We Are Sharing Hope SC, South Carolina’s nonprofit, federally-designated organ, eye and tissue recovery program, in partnership with Donate Life South Carolina (DLSC) gathered with donor families and transplant recipients…
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RMHC Charleston announces major expansion: Expanding Hope
April 14, 2025
Crews Subaru Offers $50,000 Matching Gift to Amplify Community Giving After years in the making, the moment has finally arrived: Ronald McDonald House Charities of Charleston (RMHC Charleston) proudly announces…
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Caitlin Coaxum joins Lowcountry Food Bank as Major Gifts Officer
April 10, 2025
Caitlin Coaxum has joined Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB) as a Major Gifts Officer as LCFB expands its Development department. Lowcountry Food Bank Major Gift Officers are responsible for securing financial…
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Brittney Washington awarded 2025 Griffith-Reyburn Lowcountry Artist of the Year
April 9, 2025
Coastal Community Foundation announced Brittney Washington as the 2025 Griffith-Reyburn Lowcountry Artist of the Year. The award supports the creation of new artwork representing the look and feel of the…
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Charleston Parks Conservancy announces Inaugural Bloom Charleston Event celebrating public parks and Colonial Lake revitalization
April 8, 2025
The Charleston Parks Conservancy announced a new fall festival, Bloom Charleston, to celebrate the unveiling of Charleston’s first Idea Garden at Colonial Lake with an exciting panel of international speakers, immersive…
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Non-profits invited to participate in Charleston County’s Disaster Assistance Home Repair Program
April 8, 2025
Applications are now open for the first phase of Charleston County’s Disaster Assistance Home Repair Program, which invites non-profit organizations to apply for grant funding to repair owner-occupied homes damaged…
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Abacus Planning Group Advisor, Ann Beckwith, appointed to the Board of Directors for Sistercare
April 8, 2025
Abacus Planning Group proudly announces the appointment of Ann Beckwith, CFP® to the board of directors of Sistercare. Sistercare’s philosophy is to empower survivors of domestic violence and their children…
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Little Goat Island protected forever
April 2, 2025
Lowcountry Land Trust announced the permanent protection of Little Goat Island, an undisturbed sea island southwest of Goat Island and north of Isle of Palms along the Intracoastal Waterway. The…
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Lowcountry Land Trust announces permanent protection of Little Goat Island
April 1, 2025
A Pristine Sea Island Near Isle of Palms Secured Through Generous Land Donation Lowcountry Land Trust, a nonprofit committed to preserving Lowcountry landscapes and waterways for current and future generations,…
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Alternative Pathways to Educator Certification (APEC) Center at Columbia College selected as the 2025 Dick and Tunky Riley WhatWorksSC award winner
March 28, 2025
Columbia College’s Alternative Pathways to Educator Certification (APEC) Center has been named the winner of the 2025 Dick and Tunky Riley WhatWorksSC Award, awarded annually by The Riley Institute at…
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Power: Ed awards $95,000 grant to A Father’s Place to prepare young men for fatherhood and life
March 26, 2025
A Father’s Place (AFP), has been awarded a $95,000 grant from Power:Ed, the philanthropy of SC Student Loan Corporation, to support AFP’s Reality Check Program, which actively engaging both current…
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Gateway to Housing officially launches with new branding and community training program
March 25, 2025
NORTH CHARLESTON, SC – Gateway to Housing , a network of property owners and managers dedicated to opening their doors to residents at risk of experiencing homelessness in Charleston, has…
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Emmanuel’s Hammer raises $225K during annual Builder’s Breakfast
March 25, 2025
Emmanuel’s Hammer, a nonprofit, faith-based organization providing home rehabilitation services for under-resourced homeowners, hosted its 9th Builder’s Breakfast on Thursday, March 13. The event raised $225,000, setting a donation record…
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BJ’s Wholesale Club presents $46,784 donation to Lowcountry Food Bank and its food pantry partners at new Myrtle Beach club location
March 25, 2025
BJ’s Wholesale Club awarded a $46,784 donation through BJ’s Charitable Foundation to Lowcountry Food Bank and five of its Myrtle Beach food pantry partners. A check presentation was held at…
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New report highlights factors influencing the health of South Carolinians
March 25, 2025
New data explores the population health of South Carolinians and the impact of physical, mental, and social well-being on life expectancy, among other factors. The annual report released by County…
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Teach My People receives $30,000 grant from Power:Ed to boost college readiness program
March 20, 2025
PAWLEYS ISLAND, SC – For a second year, Teach My People (TMP) has been awarded a $30,000 grant from Power:Ed, the philanthropy of SC Student Loan Corporation, to support middle…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Larry Collett, Automation Captain
March 18, 2025
The LowcountryBizSC, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. We will be highlighting 20 entrepreneurs in each of our markets…
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SC Nurse retention initiative awarded $100,000 grant from Power:Ed
March 17, 2025
The SC Nurse Retention Initiative (SCNRI), an organization dedicated to attracting and retaining top nursing talent in Beaufort, Jasper, and Hampton Counties, has been awarded a $100,000 two-year grant from Power:Ed, the philanthropic…
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Meals on Wheels of Summerville marks milestone year in 2024, looks ahead to sustainability and growth in 2025
March 17, 2025
Meals on Wheels of Summerville continues to be a critical resource for the area’s most vulnerable residents, addressing food insecurity and social isolation as demand for services grows. In 2024,…
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SC Housing helps public servants achieve homeownership with the ‘25 Palmetto Heroes Program
March 17, 2025
SC Housing is turning homeownership dreams into reality for South Carolina’s public service heroes through the 2025 Palmetto Heroes Program, which provides $10,000 in forgivable down payment assistance alongside low,…
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Leadership South Carolina announces new executive director
March 14, 2025
Jody Jernigan Named Executive Director of State’s Most Respected Leadership Program Jody Jernigan has been named executive director of Leadership South Carolina, South Carolina’s oldest and most-recognized leadership development program.…
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Credit One Charleston Open selects Meeting Street Schools as official nonprofit
March 12, 2025
The Credit One Charleston Open, North America’s premier women’s-only tennis event, has announced the selection of Meeting Street Schools as its official nonprofit partner. Meeting Street Schools is a groundbreaking network of four…
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Walmart and Sam’s Club Fight Hunger. Spark Change Campaign Returns to the Lowcountry to Help Neighbors Who Face Food Insecurity
March 11, 2025
Taking place in stores and online, the 12th annual campaign supports local hunger relief efforts Everyone needs nutritious food to thrive, and in every community in America, people are working…
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$60,000 awarded at Palmetto Goodwill’s “Shark Tank”-style showcase for small business owners
March 11, 2025
Local entrepreneurs competed for investment funding at Palmetto Goodwill’s “Shark Tank”-inspired showcase. Five ambitious small business owners, representing the top graduates of our nonprofit’s intensive 12-week Microenterprise Accelerator Program (MAP), delivered…
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Join Our Team | Now Hiring: Director of Programs
March 6, 2025
We are currently hiring for the position of Director of Programs at YWCA Greater Charleston. If you’re passionate about making an impact and leading innovative programs, we would love to hear…
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Charleston Promise Neighborhood welcomes two new Board members
March 6, 2025Charleston Promise Neighborhood (CPN) has welcomed two new members to its Board of Directors, Jenni McCarty and Dr. Claire MacGeorge. Jenni McCarty is a shareholder in Baker Donelson’s Charleston office…
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Tickets for Charleston’s must-attend family Spring Event, Picnic for the Parks, go on sale March 7
March 6, 2025
Tickets for the 5th annual Picnic for the Parks go on sale Friday, March 7, 2025, and they sell out fast. Hosted by the Charleston Parks Conservancy, the family-friendly event…
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