Central Carolina Community Foundation accepting scholarship applications for 2020-2021 school year
January 22, 2020
More than 190 scholarship opportunities totaling $500,000+ are available to students Central Carolina Community Foundation is now accepting scholarship applications through March 5, 2020, for the 2020-2021 school year. More…
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EngenuitySC to conclude Competitiveness Week 2020 with a celebration of creative entrepreneur Mark Rapp
January 15, 2020EngenuitySC, the local nonprofit that works with area leaders to make the Columbia, S.C., region a standout choice for top talent and competitive companies, will close out its annual Competitiveness…
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Orangeburg law firm donates 250 turkeys for Thanksgiving
December 2, 2019For the sixth consecutive year, the Orangeburg law firm Lanier & Burroughs donated 250 turkeys to local individuals and families in need of a little assistance during Thanksgiving. “One of…
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One SC Fund awards more than $313,000 for Hurricane Relief and Disaster Preparation
November 19, 2019
Grants bring total to more than $4.8 million distributed to nonprofits since the fund’s inception The One SC Fund Committee awarded $313,344 in grants to 11 organizations across South Carolina…
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Kids Teeth hosts free visits with Santa; collects food donations
November 18, 2019
Mount Pleasant pediatric dentist Kids Teeth will welcome Santa and Mrs. Claus to both office locations this holiday season. This free event is open to the community. Participating families are…
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Coastal Community Foundation awards $8,000 to the Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired South Carolina
November 11, 2019
Coastal Community Foundation recently announced grant recipients from its Northern Lowcountry Regional Grants program. Of the 160 organizations that submitted applications, the Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired South…
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Charleston networking group continues to fight senior hunger and isolation in the Lowcountry
November 5, 2019
Charleston networking group continues to fight senior hunger and isolation in the Lowcountry The Lowcountry Senior Network (LSN) is proud to host the 4th Annual Holiday Harvest Gala to support…
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Steeplechase secures presenting sponsor Baker Motor Company
October 31, 2019Race Day promises elevated social, music, fashion experiences Thousands of horse aficionados, spectators and local vendors will converge on The Plantation at Stono Ferry Racetrack on Sunday, November 17, 2019…
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Charleston Commercial donates $30,000 to Lifeline Children’s Services
October 25, 2019
Local investment firm Charleston Commercial is making a significant impact on the state’s foster care crisis. The company — led by C. Kendrick and managing director Joshua Schaap — donated…
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Green Heart Project announces capital campaign in support of new urban farm project
October 23, 2019
Most ambitious project to date will enable local nonprofit to more than double their reach in the community The Green Heart Project, a local nonprofit focused on education, healthy food…
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Lowcountry manufacturers celebrated for giving back at LMC annual event
October 16, 2019
Manufacturers have pledged more than $10 million dollars to local philanthropic efforts Lowcountry manufacturers have awarded or pledged more than $10,000,000 to local and regional charities, non-profit organizations and educational…
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American Heart Association kicks off 2020 Heart Walk fundraising
September 23, 2019Jim Newsome, Katie Schumacher, and Dan Battista Last week the American Heart Association held its Lowcountry Heart Walk Executive Kickoff at Wild Dunes Resort with more than 100 attendees. Hosted by…
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Nexton hosts annual Work Outside Day
September 17, 2019Nexton, the most technologically advanced community in South Carolina, hosted its second Work Outside day. Approximately 70 employees from a dozen regional companies, including Greystar, Equifax and Robert Bosch participated…
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Looking back: East Cooper Community Outreach remembers Hurricane Hugo and its origin
September 12, 2019Area nonprofit looks back to its roots for 30th anniversary and their expanded offerings from storm relief to permanent resource for community members. The Lowcountry is approaching the 30th anniversary…
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Central Carolina Community Foundation accepting financial donations to the One SC Fund to support Hurricane Dorian Relief efforts
September 8, 2019
Central Carolina Community Foundation is accepting financial donations to the One SC Fund at www.OneSCFund.org to support nonprofit organizations that are, and will be, responding to the needs of individuals…
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Charleston RiverDogs game to benefit Alzheimer’s research
August 27, 2019
Sign Up with Code to Support Local Non Profit Celebrate Labor Day Weekend while giving back at the ballpark. The RiverDogs Alzheimer’s Awareness Night will take place on Sunday, September…
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Poverty: More than meets the eye
August 27, 2019Area nonprofit explores the difference between generational and situational poverty Poverty is most likely not the first thought that comes to mind when one hears Mount Pleasant. However, East Cooper…
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South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association to host annual Hospitality Leaders Golf Tournament
August 14, 2019
The South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association (SCRLA) will host its 2019 Hospitality Leaders Golf Tournament at the Dataw Island Golf Club on Monday, September 9. Presented by US. Foods,…
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BP donates $1 million to the International African American Museum
July 16, 2019
BP announced a major financial commitment of $1 million to the International African American Museum (IAAM). The donation supports the museum construction along with programs and education. BP has a…
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Local firm, SeamonWhiteside, raises more than $60,000 through local fundraisers
July 3, 2019
SeamonWhiteside participated in the Palmetto 200, Brain Tumor Walk, and Hard Hats with Heart Events SeamonWhiteside (SW+), a leading landscape architecture and engineering firm, recently participated in its fifth Palmetto200…
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Make-A-Wish® South Carolina announces new VP of Mission Advancement
June 28, 2019
Make-A-Wish® South Carolina announced that Amanda Osborne is joining the staff of the chapter as its new Vice President of Mission Advancement. In her role, Osborne will help build relationships…
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Wishes in Bloom raises record funds in the Lowcountry for Make-A-Wish and reveals a Wish LIVE
May 23, 2019
On May 19, 2019, the Lowcountry community enriched the garden with hope and strength for wish kids at the third annual Wishes in Bloom garden party hosted by Magnolia Plantation…
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2019 MGC Long Run gives $25,491.60 to the USO South Carolina
May 21, 2019
The MGC Long Run, a 15k, 5k, Virtual 5k and Kids’ Fun Run, raised $25,491.60 for USO South Carolina. For over 77 years, the USO has been the nation’s leading…
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Coastal Community Foundation
May 16, 2019
Coastal Community Foundation of South Carolina empowers individuals, families and organizations to make a lasting impact on coastal communities in South Carolina through permanent, endowed funds for charitable giving. We…
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American Heart Association celebrates Charleston Go Red For Women Luncheon
May 8, 2019
The American Heart Association will welcome more than 200 women at the 7th Annual Charleston Go Red for Women Luncheon on Thursday, May 23rd at Hotel Bennett in downtown Charleston.…
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Mellon Foundation awards $1.5 million grant to IAAM
April 18, 2019
The New York-based Andrew W. Mellon Foundation has awarded the International African American Museum (IAAM) a $1.5 million grant: $1 million to support the museum’s creation and construction and $500,000…
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Make-A-Wish® South Carolina announces new President & CEO
April 15, 2019
Make-A-Wish South Carolina announced Misty Farmer as its new President and CEO. A native of Birmingham, Alabama, Farmer moved to Greenville, SC in 2014 to become Make-A-Wish South Carolina’s new…
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Big success at 8th Annual Shuck-A-Rama benefiting the Brain Injury Association of South Carolina
February 4, 2019The Brain Injury Association of South Carolina (BIASC) brought in more than $22,500 in revenue at its 8th Annual Shuck-A-Rama oyster roast on Friday, January 18. More than 230 patrons…
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Big success at 8th Annual Shuck-A-Rama benefiting the Brain Injury Association of South Carolina
February 4, 2019
The Brain Injury Association of South Carolina (BIASC) brought in more than $22,500 in revenue at its 8th Annual Shuck-A-Rama oyster roast on Friday, January 18. More than 230 patrons…
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Mayor Tecklenburg joins the Brain Injury Association of South Carolina’s Shuck-A-Rama Host Committee
January 10, 2019The Brain Injury Association of South Carolina (BIASC) announced the addition of Mayor John Tecklenburg to the Host Committee for its 8th Annual Shuck-A-Rama. The Oyster Roast is BIASC’s primary…
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Mayor Tecklenburg joins the Brain Injury Association of South Carolina’s Shuck-A-Rama Host Committee
January 10, 2019
The Brain Injury Association of South Carolina (BIASC) announced the addition of Mayor John Tecklenburg to the Host Committee for its 8th Annual Shuck-A-Rama. The Oyster Roast is BIASC’s primary…
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First Horizon Foundation’s grant process live
November 25, 2018Fresh off of the 25 Years of Giving Campaign, the First Horizon Foundation is accepting nonprofit funding requests for its next grant cycle. Eligible nonprofits are encouraged to submit their…
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First Horizon Foundation’s grant process live
November 25, 2018
Fresh off of the 25 Years of Giving Campaign, the First Horizon Foundation is accepting nonprofit funding requests for its next grant cycle. Eligible nonprofits are encouraged to submit their…
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HUB International to match up to $50,000 for hurricane relief
November 2, 2018HUB International’s regional offices are working hard to contribute to disaster relief in the Carolinas and surrounding areas, thanks to HUB International’s HUB GIVES program. The sixth largest insurance, benefits…
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HUB International to match up to $50,000 for hurricane relief
November 2, 2018
HUB International’s regional offices are working hard to contribute to disaster relief in the Carolinas and surrounding areas, thanks to HUB International’s HUB GIVES program. The sixth largest insurance, benefits…
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Four Charleston area residents selected for Leadership South Carolina Class of 2019
October 16, 2018Four Charleston area residents have been selected for the Class of 2019 of Leadership South Carolina, the state’s oldest and most-respected leadership development organization. Each year some 50 participants demonstrating…
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Four Charleston area residents selected for Leadership South Carolina Class of 2019
October 16, 2018Four Charleston area residents have been selected for the Class of 2019 of Leadership South Carolina, the state’s oldest and most-respected leadership development organization. Each year some 50 participants demonstrating…
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Central Carolina Community Foundation accepting financial donations to the One SC Fund in preparation for Hurricane Florence relief efforts
September 12, 2018
Central Carolina Community Foundation is accepting financial donations to the One SC Fund at www.OneSCFund.org to support nonprofit organizations that are, and will be, responding to the needs of individuals…
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Spaulding-Paolozzi Foundation pledges $500,000 to Founders Fund
August 13, 2018The Charleston-based Spaulding-Paolozzi Foundation approved a $500,000 grant to the International African American Museum’s (IAAM) Founders Fund. The IAAM has less than $1 million to raise to conclude its…
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Critical role of philanthropy in S.C. higher education
June 4, 2018By John P. Dowd III The Citadel recently celebrated a significant milestone as its six-year Foundation for Leadership campaign came to a close. Over this period, we raised a record…
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Critical role of philanthropy in S.C. higher education
June 4, 2018
By John P. Dowd III The Citadel recently celebrated a significant milestone as its six-year Foundation for Leadership campaign came to a close. Over this period, we raised a record…
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Areas of Progress – May 17
May 17, 2018
Areas of Progress is a weekly roundup of measurable areas of improvement and progress from around the state, especially in the areas of education, entrepreneurship, the arts, the environment, energy, agriculture, and philanthropy. Conway lights up The…
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Citadel Foundation raises $250 million in historic anniversary campaign
May 15, 2018The Citadel Foundation has successfully completed the most ambitious fundraising effort in the college’s 175-year history. The six-year Foundation for Leadership campaign sought to raise $175 million to celebrate the college’s milestone anniversary.…
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Next-door neighbor makes major investment in International African American Museum
April 23, 2018
$1 Million Boost from BMW Pushes Museum Toward Goal Global automotive manufacturer BMW has invested $1 million in the forthcoming International African American Museum (IAAM). This leadership gift to the…
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Next-door neighbor makes major investment in International African American Museum
April 23, 2018
$1 Million Boost from BMW Pushes Museum Toward Goal Global automotive manufacturer BMW has invested $1 million in the forthcoming International African American Museum (IAAM). This leadership gift to the…
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Dominion Energy supports Critical Community Needs by giving more than $1 million to charity
January 9, 2018
Focus is on essential needs for shelter, access to health care, and food security in communities served by Dominion Energy Grants to be shared by 161 organizations in 11 states…
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One SC Fund awards $266K for flood and hurricane relief
December 6, 2017One SC Fund Awards $266,500 in Flood and Hurricane Recovery Grants Over $3.4 million distributed to nonprofits since funds inception The One SC Fund Grants Committee has announced the seventh…
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One SC Fund awards $266K for flood and hurricane relief
December 6, 2017
One SC Fund Awards $266,500 in Flood and Hurricane Recovery Grants Over $3.4 million distributed to nonprofits since funds inception The One SC Fund Grants Committee has announced the seventh…
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BJ’s Wholesale Club jumpstarts fundraiser with $10,000 donation to Ladson Youth Organization
March 23, 2017BJ’s Wholesale Club announced that it has donated $10,000 to Ladson Youth Organization, a youth sports league in Berkeley County. The donation from the BJ’s Charitable Foundation will help fund…
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BJ’s Wholesale Club jumpstarts fundraiser with $10,000 donation to Ladson Youth Organization
March 23, 2017
BJ’s Wholesale Club announced that it has donated $10,000 to Ladson Youth Organization, a youth sports league in Berkeley County. The donation from the BJ’s Charitable Foundation will help fund…
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