South Carolina Empowerment Centre – Free Food for Seniors and Children
January 31, 2023
The South Carolina Empowerment Centre offers food resources to children and seniors in our community. Each month kids ages 18 and younger who are in school can receive a bag…
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Enjoy Black History Month programs at the CMA
January 31, 2023A mix of talks, films, and music celebrating Black artists The Columbia Museum of Art is offering a slate of programming celebrating Black History Month this February, including art talks,…
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We Are Sharing Hope SC celebrates donation milestone in South Carolina
January 31, 2023
We Are Sharing Hope SC, the state’s nonprofit organ and tissue recovery service, honors more donor legacies than ever before. Last year, 894 South Carolina families made the selfless decision…
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Laurens County First Steps Board Meeting
January 31, 2023
The Laurens County First Steps Board of Directors will meet on Monday, February 13, 2023 at the Laurens County First Steps office (1029 West Main Street, Laurens, SC 29360). The…
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Sisters of Charity Foundation of SC announces new Senior Director of Grantmaking and Strategy
January 31, 2023
The Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina (SCFSC) has announced the promotion of Meredith Mathews to Senior Director of Grantmaking and Strategy. In her new role, Meredith will lead…
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Darnall W. and Susan F. Boyd Aquarium & Reptile Conservation Center set to open March 2, 2023 at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden
January 30, 2023
Riverbanks Zoo and Garden, a world-class recreational and educational attraction in Columbia, S.C., will open the much anticipated Darnall W. and Susan F. Boyd Aquarium & Reptile Conservation Center on…
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Matching gift challenge for the Center for Developmental Services
January 30, 2023
Dr. William “Bill” Schmidt, founder and Emeritus board member of the Center for Developmental Services (CDS), along with his wife, Jean, are challenging the community to support CDS. All gifts…
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Greenville Housing Fund acquires large Greenville complex
January 30, 2023
Greenville Housing Fund (GHF) announced its purchase of Century Plaza Apartments, formerly known as The Ivy, a 212-unit complex on Century Drive in the Overbrook neighborhood. In GHF’s largest financial…
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Clinton YMCA – Hosting A Chicken Truck Sale
January 27, 2023
The Clinton YMCA will be hosting a Chicken Truck Sale from House of Raeford. The last time the chicken truck came was in 2021 with over 300 orders. Pre-orders are…
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Clinton Family YMCA Youth Baseball and Softball Registration
January 26, 2023
Registration for YMCA youth baseball and softball is open. The deadline to register your child is Thursday, February 9. Playing Divisions Baseball: (Ages as of May 1, 2023) age 3-4…
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Wendy Methvin named SEL4SC Executive Director
January 26, 2023
The Social Emotional Learning Alliance for South Carolina (SEL4SC) announced that it has appointed Wendy Methvin as its executive director. After graduating Phi Beta Kappa and magna cum laude in…
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Trident United Way and Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce accepting applications for Lead United
January 25, 2023
Community Leadership Program equips participants with the necessary skills to serve on a nonprofit board of directors North Charleston, SC— Trident United Way is once again partnering with the Charleston…
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Thornwell Charter School Now Enrolling
January 25, 2023
Parents who are interested in enrolling their children in grades 5K – 11 at Thornwell Charter School (TCS) are asked to complete the enrollment form that can be found on the…
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Main Street Laurens to Renovate Wells Clardy Cottage
January 25, 2023
Main Street Laurens has announced the hiring of Mantis Homes to renovate the “Wells Clardy Cottage” located on West Main Street into a showplace AirBnb. Main Street Laurens was gifted…
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Laurens County First Steps to Hold Ultimate Community Baby Shower and Family Resource Fair
January 24, 2023
Laurens County First Steps has partnered with Healthy Blue BlueChoice HealthPlan of SC to make sure every family has the resources they need for success. The community Baby Shower for…
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Midlands Literacy Council wins $4,500 grant from national group
January 23, 2023
Turning Pages SC, a literacy council serving adults in Richland and Lexington Counties, has won a $4,500 unrestricted grant from a New York based foundation. This past fall, under new…
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Clinton Family YMCA Renovates Indoor Pool and Adds Cardio Equipment
January 23, 2023
If you’re a member of the Clinton Family YMCA you’ve noticed some changes lately. The first upgrade is the renovation of the indoor pool. Being the only indoor pool in…
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Inaugural Legacy Gala to raise funds for housing initiatives in Spartanburg
January 22, 2023
This February 3, 2023 United Way of the Piedmont’s African American Leadership Society (AALS) is hosting its first ever Legacy Gala. This evening will be a showstopper, with dinner, dancing,…
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Residential Director
January 22, 2023
Responsibilities: The Residential Director oversees 2 ICF locations, and 2 CRCF locations. Residential Director is responsible for establishing goals and priorities, reallocating resources to ensure compliance with regional, state, and…
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Charleston Parks Conservancy launches national search for Executive Director
January 21, 2023The Charleston Parks Conservancy has launched a national search for an executive director to lead the 16-year-old nonprofit. “Since its founding, the Conservancy has become an integral player in the…
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LRADAC announces Shannon Boone as new Human Resources Director
January 21, 2023
LRADAC, the designated alcohol and drug abuse authority for Lexington and Richland Counties, announces that Shannon Boone has been hired as the agency’s new Human Resources Director. In her new…
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Canterbury House announces new chairman and president
January 21, 2023
Canterbury House is under new leadership as its chairman and president, Dr. Edmund Rhett Jr., officially stepped down from his post this morning. Fred Fabian, president of eLifespaces, will succeed…
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Center for Developmental Services announces new Board Members for 2023
January 20, 2023The Center for Developmental Services announces the appointment of five new members to its Board of Directors: Gerardo Cisneros, Jason Misrahi, Johanna Perez, Dominic Picciuto, and Anthony “Tony” Toklo. These…
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41 Upstate leaders selected to become Riley Fellows
January 19, 2023
Forty-one leaders from across the Upstate will have new tools and perspectives to leverage diversity to improve organizational outcomes and drive social and economic progress in South Carolina, gained through…
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Camp Rise Above hosts inaugural Glamping Gala fundraiser
January 19, 2023
Camp Rise Above, the local nonprofit founded in Mt. Pleasant more than twelve years ago, is hosting its first ever Glamping Gala fundraiser on March 10, 2023 at the beautiful…
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Charleston Digital Corridor announces 2023 iFiveK
January 17, 2023
Following the successful return of this tech-focused 5k race to downtown Charleston in 2022, the Charleston Digital Corridor (CDC), along with title sponsor Charleston County Economic Development, is pleased to…
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YMCA of Greenville and XP League Greenville partner to bring team esports to Greenville County youth
January 17, 2023
YMCA of Greenville and XP League Greenville have joined forces to bring a youth esports league to the community for gamers ages 7-17. YMCA of Greenville’s Caine Halter Family YMCA…
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Riggs Partners announces 2023 pro bono marketing marathon for nonprofits
January 17, 2023
Riggs Partners will hold its 25th annual CreateAthon event to benefit Midlands- and Upstate-area nonprofits on March 23-24, 2023. CreateAthon is a 24-hour marathon during which professionals provide marketing services…
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United Way of Laurens County Bags of Love Community Project
January 16, 2023
There are lots of ways to show love and support for those in need and the United Way of Laurens County is seeking community support for their “Bags of Love”…
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Seven disaster-trained volunteers from South Carolina deploy to Georgia to assist families impacted by storms, tornadoes
January 16, 2023
Disaster trained volunteers from the South Carolina Region of the American Red Cross are deploying to support disaster relief efforts in Georgia where damaging storms ripped through most of the…
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Carol Reeves, Executive Director of Just Say Something retires as Phillip Clark takes the helm
January 16, 2023
Carol Reeves, founding board member, has officially retired as CEO/Executive Director from Just Say Something, effective December 31, 2022. Since the mid 80’s, Mrs. Reeves has led the organization as…
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Palmetto Promise Institute announces new President & CEO
January 12, 2023
Wendy D. Damron, CPA, of Charleston is New PPI Leader Palmetto Promise Institute (PPI) announced the appointment of Wendy Damron as the organization’s new President and CEO, effective January 16th,…
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Midlands Youth Apprenticeship Program launches in 2023
January 12, 2023
Special Interest Sessions Available for Interested Families In partnership with Midlands Technical College (MTC) and Apprenticeship Carolina, the Columbia Chamber is recruiting new participants in the Midlands Youth Apprenticeship Program…
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Medasic Recovery Clinics launch statewide Foundation to combat opioid addiction
January 12, 2023
Medasic Recovery Clinic announced that it has launched a non-profit arm, The Medasic Foundation. The Foundation will provide clients who are combatting opioid addiction with financial assistance to receive services…
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Central Carolina Community Foundation now accepting scholarship applications for 2023-2024 school year
January 12, 2023
Central Carolina Community Foundation is now accepting scholarship applications through March 5, 2023, for the 2023-2024 school year. More than 230 scholarship opportunities are available, totaling over $550,000. Interested students…
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Countybank successfully completes swipe to donate campaign
January 12, 2023
Countybank announced that it has successfully completed its third annual swipe to donate campaign that occurred throughout December 2022. “We could not be more thankful to our customers for consistently…
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Statewide nonprofit makes an impact
January 12, 2023
Limitless Purpose is thrilled to announce its impact since the statewide nonprofit was founded in 2019. Despits the inevitable delays caused by the COVID pandemic, the volunteer-led organization has made…
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The Institute for Child Success to announce advocacy coalition’s early childhood common agenda for 2023-2024 legislative session
January 11, 2023
On Saturday, January 21, the Institute for Child Success, an early childhood organization, will gather other child-serving nonprofits and family advocates at the State House in Columbia, SC from 10:30-11:15…
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YWCA Greater Charleston hosts 51st Annual MLK celebration
January 11, 2023
Pictured is K.J. Kearney, founder of Black Food Fridays and this year’s parade marshal This January, South Carolinians will come together to celebrate Charleston’s 51st Annual Reverend Dr. Martin Luther…
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Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina announces new Board and committee members
January 10, 2023
The Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina (SCFSC), an organization dedicated to reducing poverty in South Carolina through action, advocacy, and leadership, is excited to deepen its impact as…
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Newberry County Water Rescue and Dive Team: Saving Lives in South Carolina
January 10, 2023
Motivated by a tragic drowning on Lake Murray that occurred just a few months prior, first responders from across Newberry County came together in January 2006 with the goal of…
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Laurens County Cancer Association Part-Time Executive Director
January 9, 2023
The Laurens County Cancer Association is seeking to hire a Part-time Executive Director. Our Mission: The Laurens County Cancer Association is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing quality-of-life services to Laurens…
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Denise Hines joins Lowcountry Food Bank as Chief Financial Officer
January 9, 2023
Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB) announced today that Denise Hines has joined the organization as Chief Financial Officer (CFO). This critical role directs the financial and accounting practices of LCFB. These…
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Exhibition of 20th-century women artists with ties to the South coming to the CMA
January 9, 2023
Our Own Work, Our Own Way: Ascendant Women Artists in the Johnson Collection opens January 21 The Columbia Museum of Art announces featured exhibition Our Own Work, Our Own Way:…
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Justine Allen promoted to Assistant Director of Ten at the Top
January 5, 2023
Ten at the Top (TATT) has announced the promotion of Justine Allen to Assistant Director. Allen has served in the role of Program & Event Manager since joining TATT in…
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Elisabeth Kovacs named Executive Director of SC Future Makers
January 5, 2023
Economic and Workforce Development Professional to Lead First-In-The-Nation Program SC Future Makers, a 501c3 nonprofit organization affiliated with the South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance, announced that Elisabeth Kovacs will serve as…
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Laurens County Museum Revolutionary War Program Scheduled for January 19
January 4, 2023
The Laurens County Museum will host another history lecture in January – “The Role of Alcohol in the American Revolution” Revolutionary War Lecture. Alcohol proved to be an important aspect…
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The Rose Ball Beneficiaries Committee now accepting letters of intent for grants to benefit charitable organizations in Greenville County
January 4, 2023
The Rose Ball, Greenville’s longest-running charitable event, is accepting letters of intent between January 1-13, 2023 for grant applications. The Rose Ball Beneficiaries Committee determines recommended grants for funding in…
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LEAD Upstate presents financial donations to three Upstate K-9 programs
January 4, 2023
LEAD Upstate held a press conference on Tuesday to present three Upstate K-9 programs with financial contributions. Representatives from the Greenville Sheriff’s office, Greer Police Department and Travelers Rest Police…
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Kids On Point receives $57,000 Power:Ed grant to expand its services to North Charleston
January 4, 2023Kids On Point (KOP), a nonprofit that works year-round with students in under-resourced Charleston neighborhoods to foster life-and career-readiness skills, has been awarded a $57,000 grant from Power:Ed, a philanthropy…
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