Upstate Warrior Solution announces two new Board Members
January 24, 2022
Upstate Warrior Solution (UWS) welcomes local business owner, Michael Fee, and US Marine Corps veteran, Greg Hall, to its Board of Directors. This brings UWS’ Board of Directors to a…
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Home Works to host first annual Hammer Classic Sporting Clays Fundraiser
January 20, 2022
Thursday April 21, South Carolina nonprofit Home Works will host its First Annual Hammer Classic, a sporting clays fundraiser benefiting their mission of compassionate construction. DETAILS: Thursday April 21, 2022…
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SC Office of Rural Health CEO Graham Adams wins Order of the Palmetto
January 20, 2022
Graham Adams, PhD, chief executive officer for the South Carolina Office of Rural Health (SCORH), has been awarded the Order of the Palmetto. The Order of the Palmetto is South…
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Sisters of Charity Foundation of SC announces promotion; new hire
January 20, 2022
The Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina (SCFSC) today announced a promotion as well as the addition of a new team member. Chynna A. Philips has been promoted to…
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YouthBASE after-school education program announces retirement of Linda Tassie and names new Executive Director
January 20, 2022
YouthBASE announces the retirement of Linda Tassie who served as Executive Director for more than a decade and names Melissa Huff as its new Executive Director effective January 18. Huff…
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Clinton Family YMCA Youth Baseball and Softball Registration
January 20, 2022
Registration has begun for Clinton YMCA youth baseball and softball. Playing ages 3-12 (age as of May 1, 2022) $50 members, $65 non members Deadline Thursday, February 3 $10 late…
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Better Business Bureau of the Upstate names 2022 Education Foundation Board Chair
January 19, 2022
Better Business Bureau® (BBB®) serving Upstate South Carolina is pleased to announce Stephanie Rose, Chief of Staff at The Parker Group, as the 2022 Board Chair of the Better Business Bureau…
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Better Business Bureau of the Upstate announces 2022 Board of Directors Chair
January 19, 2022
Better Business Bureau® (BBB®) serving Upstate South Carolina is pleased to announce the appointment of David Slade, Vice President of Employee Health & Benefits for Marsh & McLennan Agency in Greenville,…
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South Arts Southern Prize & State Fellows 2021
January 19, 2022
An exhibition series that in 2019 originated at 701 Center for Contemporary Art in Columbia, S.C., and is rapidly becoming the most important annual show of contemporary art made in…
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More SC families say “YES” to organ donation in 2021 than any previous year
January 19, 2022
479 lives saved, 45,000 lives healed by SC donors During unprecedented times, South Carolinians find the courage to give. On their darkest day after learning of the loss of a…
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Chapman Cultural Center announces its newest President & CEO
January 19, 2022
After an extensive search, Chapman Cultural Center is pleased to announce the hiring of Dan Mayer as its next President and CEO. He will lead the organization beginning February 10th,…
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SC Bar Member serves as keynote speaker for Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day event
January 19, 2022
Attorney Doward Harvin is an SC Bar Board Member On Monday, our nation honored the life and work of the late Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. South Carolina attorney…
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Dee Norton Child Advocacy Center recognizes the importance of Human Trafficking Prevention Month with IMPACT Program
January 18, 2022
Dee Norton Child Advocacy Center, the region’s leading resource to prevent abuse, protect children and heal families, is addressing the importance of Human Trafficking Prevention Month with resources aimed to…
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2022 Moms’ Run resumes in-person 5K at new location
January 16, 2022
After two years of virtual races, the 19th annual Moms’ Run + Family Fun Day will return for an in-person event at its new location. The 5K run/walk benefiting Postpartum…
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City to hold drive-thru food drive as a community service project/ national day of service
January 13, 2022
Who: Join District Two Councilman Edward McDowell, Jr., City of Columbia Officials, Richland School District One and the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Foundation January 17, 2022 as a community service…
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Healthy Learners welcomes new Board members and installs new officers
January 12, 2022
Emily Blayton and Matthew Roberts Join the Board of Trustees Healthy Learners announces the addition of Emily Blayton and Matthew Roberts to the Healthy Learners Board of Trustees, as well…
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Spring social skills groups and job training at The Unumb Center for Neurodevelopment
January 12, 2022
Registration is open now for the spring semester of social skills groups and job training at The Unumb Center for Neurodevelopment. The spring semester includes weekly in-person sessions at The…
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Countybank reaches goal of $5,000 for debit card donations swipe campaign
January 12, 2022
Countybank announced the results of its second annual debit card swipe campaign that occurred throughout December 2021. The bank reached its maximum contribution goal of $5,000. “We could not be…
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Greenville First Steps taps Noble Aim Consulting for program needs
January 12, 2022
Local non-profit Greenville First Steps has retained Noble Aim Consulting to help determine the need for community-wide home visits for parents of newborns. Led by well-known change management consultants Dr.…
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Richland Library announces new Artist-In-Residence
January 11, 2022
Welcome Mary How, Artist, Board-Certified Art Therapist and Emotional Wellness Coach Richland Library continues providing unfettered access to programming, services, and resources, including mental health and mindfulness support. Please join us…
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GLOBAL ECO ADVENTURES names new president
January 11, 2022
Thomas Mullikin Jr. to lead the internationally recognized non-profit By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Thomas Mullikin, Jr., son of Dr. Tom Mullikin, chair of the S.C. Floodwater Commission, was named…
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Non Profit Minute – Laurie Rovin, The Homeless Period Project
January 11, 2022
The Who’s on the Move, Non Profit Minute is an interview in support of the amazing impact that local non profits have on our communities. We would like to thank…
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MUSC presenting sponsor of SC7
January 11, 2022
By W. Thomas Smith Jr. The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) became the presenting “named” sponsor of the third-annual South Carolina 7 (SC7) expedition with the University’s sponsoring donation…
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Riggs Partners announces 2022 CreateAthon® nonprofit clients
January 11, 2022
Three South Carolina nonprofit organizations will be the beneficiaries of pro bono marketing and communication services provided by Riggs Partners during its 24th annual CreateAthon®. The marketing marathon will…
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Upstate Warrior Solution announces leadership gift for Veteran Resource Center
January 10, 2022
Upstate Warrior Solution (UWS) announced a leadership gift for a new Veteran Resource Center project, which will serve as a hub for veteran services in the Upstate. The project’s capital…
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Sisters of Charity Foundation of SC President to retire in the summer of 2022
January 10, 2022
Tom Keith, the long-time president of the Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina will retire in July of 2022. Keith is the founding president of the Foundation which began in…
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South Carolina Beer Wholesalers Association donates $10,000.00 to the South Carolina Human Trafficking Task Force
January 10, 2022
The South Carolina Beer Wholesalers Association (SCBWA) announced that it recently presented a $10,000.00 donation to the South Carolina Human Trafficking Task Force. “Since 2019, our beer wholesaler members and…
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Dr. William F. Schmidt matching gift challenge for the Center for Developmental Services (CDS)
January 10, 2022
The Center for Developmental Services announced a matching gift challenge to kick off 2022. Dr. Bill Schmidt, founder and Emeritus Board member and his wife, Jean, have pledged to match…
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Central Carolina Community Foundation now accepting scholarship applications for 2022-2023 school year
January 10, 2022
Central Carolina Community Foundation is now accepting scholarship applications for the 2022-2023 school year now through March 5, 2022. More than 200 scholarship opportunities are available — totaling over $500,000.…
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Sisters of Charity Foundation of SC President to retire in the Summer of 2022
January 10, 2022
Tom Keith, the long-time president of the Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina will retire in July of 2022. Keith is the founding president of the Foundation which began…
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Lowcountry Food Bank names three new Board members
January 10, 2022
Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB) announced that three new Board members have joined its Board of Directors: Mark Crocker, Rick Redden, and Dr. Kimberly Butler Willis. The LCFB Board is comprised…
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EdVenture Children’s Museum names Interim President and CEO
January 8, 2022
EdVenture’s Board of Trustees is pleased to announce that Willie Calloway has been named as the Interim President and CEO. Mr. Calloway has been serving on the EdVenture Board since…
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YWCA Greater Charleston to honor Dr. Thaddeus Bell and Trudy B. Lucas with MLK Celebration Awards
January 7, 2022
Two outstanding advocates of diversity will receive awards at YWCA Greater Charleston’s 50th Annual Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration this January. Harvey Gantt Triumph Award Trudy B. Lucas…
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Lowcountry Food Bank hires Teresa Johnson as Director of People and Culture
January 7, 2022
The Lowcountry Food Bank, whose mission is to lead the fight against hunger throughout the 10 coastal counties of South Carolina, is pleased to announce the hiring of Teresa Johnson…
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VisionGreenwood’s broadband pilot program for rural Greenwood could serve as model for other communities across the South Carolina
January 7, 2022
VisionGreenwood, an established community partner dedicated to making Greenwood the best place in which to live, work and raise a family, has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the…
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Greenville Center for Creative Arts elects new board members
January 6, 2022
GCCA Elects New Members to Its Board of Directors Greenville Center for Creative Arts (GCCA) announced seven new members elected to its board of directors. Earle Furman, GCCA Founder and…
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Laurens YMCA Announces Polar Plunge Fundraiser
January 5, 2022
Have you ever wanted to participate in a Polar Plunge?! Now’s your chance! Laurens YMCA has announced their first annual Polar Plunge! Funds raised will go towards the annual campaign…
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Countybank Foundation makes charitable donations this holiday season
January 5, 2022The Countybank Foundation recently made a number of donations totaling $10,000 to local charitable organizations in Greenwood, Greenville, Greer, Simpsonville, and Anderson. Donations will go toward immediate human services needs…
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Sisters of Charity Foundation of SC announces board appointments
January 5, 2022
The Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina (SCFSC) today announced new and reappointed board members and 2022 board officers who will each help support the organization’s work to strategically…
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Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA/BCaBA)
January 5, 2022
Are you a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) looking to join a collaborative, fun, flexible, and motivating organization? The Unumb Center for Neurodevelopment is hiring! Founded in 2010 by Dan and…
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SC Wildlife Federation’s Forks, Knives, and Spoonbills: A Conservation Dinner
January 3, 2022
DUE TO THE RISING COVID NUMBERS, WE HAVE MADE THE CAUTIOUS DECISION TO POSTPONE THIS EVENT UNTIL LATER IN THE SPRING. PLEASE STAY TUNED FOR OUR NEW DATE! The South…
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Farmer named new leader at United Ministries
January 3, 2022
John Farmer is the new executive director at United Ministries of Clinton. Farmer replaces the retiring Melvin Bailey, who served as executive director for 11 years. “I’m excited to be…
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Laurens County Museum Lecture Series on Hold
January 2, 2022
The monthly Revolutionary War Lecture Series by Durant Ashmore at the Laurens County Museum has been postponed until further notice thus cancelling the Tuesday, January 4th event. “The World Turned…
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Cait Przetak joins Dee Norton Child Advocacy Center as Communications Coordinator
December 23, 2021
Dee Norton Child Advocacy Center, the region’s leading resource to prevent abuse, protect children and heal families, welcomes Cait Przetak in her new role as Communications Coordinator. Cait joins the…
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Family Promise of Laurens County Announces New Executive Director
December 20, 2021
Family Promise of Laurens County is pleased to announce that Mary Lynn Tollison has joined the organization as its new executive director. She began her work the week of December…
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New report supports increasing women’s workforce participation as solution to South Carolina’s labor shortage
December 20, 2021
To recruit more women into the workforce, employers must improve the workplace The COVID-19 pandemic stretched the national economy to a breaking point causing unemployment to spike, especially among women. …
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Trident United Way volunteers help school kids & farmers in unique GrowFood Carolina program
December 20, 2021
Recently, Trident United Way volunteers helped pack boxes to provide hope and nutrition for local school children. The volunteers gathered at GrowFood Carolina’s downtown Charleston warehouse to fill up boxes…
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LRADAC announces Ashley Bodiford as new Prevention Director and Troy Workman as Director of Intervention Services
December 20, 2021
LRADAC, the designated alcohol and drug abuse authority for Lexington and Richland Counties, announces that Ashely Bodiford has been hired as Prevention Director and Troy Workman has been promoted to…
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YWCA Greater Charleston announces 2022 MLK Celebration theme and parade marshal
December 20, 2021
YWCA Greater Charleston’s signature MLK Day Parade, part of its annual Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration, the largest and longest-running event of its kind in South Carolina, will…
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Dee Norton Child Advocacy Center offers five strategies to help children identify ‘grooming’ and prevent sexual abuse
December 16, 2021
Dee Norton Child Advocacy Center, the region’s leading resource to prevent abuse, protect children and heal families, offers suggestions and best practices to help children identify and avoid grooming. By…
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