YMCA of Greenville celebrates 150 years of serving Greenville County
April 16, 2026The YMCA of Greenville officially commemorates its 150th anniversary, marking a sesquicentennial of service to the people of Greenville County. What began on April 16, 1876, when an interdenominational committee…
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Lily Pad refreshes Greenville County DSS office to provide trauma-informed spaces for children in foster care
April 16, 2026
Updated Living Room-Style Rooms Offer Comfort, Safety, and Resources for Children and Youth in Foster Care Lily Pad: A Soft Place to Land, a local nonprofit creating trauma-informed, welcoming spaces…
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Community support keeps Saint Frances’ doors and hearts open
April 15, 2026
By Karen Owens, Publisher Every day, the doors of Saint Frances Animal Shelter open to animals who have nowhere else to go. At Saint Frances, 85 percent of the animals…
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Issaqueena Chapter earns statewide recognition at DAR conference
April 15, 2026
The Issaqueena Chapter, NSDAR, brought home multiple awards from the South Carolina State Conference in Columbia this March, a reflection of both the chapter’s collective success and the dedication of…
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Upcountry Fiber Foundation gives $15,000 to local Upstate non-profits
April 15, 2026
Upcountry Fiber Foundation, the philanthropic arm and permanent endowment of internet service provider Upcountry Fiber, announced that it has donated $15,000 to three Upstate non-profit organizations to help them deliver…
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“Resilience & Revolution: Native Peoples in 18th Century South Carolina” exhibit at Georgetown Library through May
April 15, 2026
Free Public Exhibit is part of “A Glorious Cause” 250th Celebration During April and May 2026, “Resilience & Revolution: Native Peoples in 18th Century South Carolina,” a traveling exhibit from…
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Lifeguard
April 15, 2026
Thornwell is currently recruiting Lifeguards for Summer 2026! This position will maintain the safety of children and families in and around the pool, respond to emergencies, and assist with basic…
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Experience the Magic: Art After Hours returns to Brookgreen Gardens
April 15, 2026
This spring, the sculptures at Brookgreen Gardens are bathed in a whole new light. They are thrilled to announce the return of Art After Hours, offering you the rare opportunity…
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Tickets for Girl Named Tom on sale for October 3 concert
April 14, 2026
The Pawleys Island Music Festival of Music and Art is pleased to present the popular trio Girl Named Tom on Saturday, October 3, as part of its annual fall concert…
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Junior League of Columbia to host 2nd annual pickleball tournament supporting community impact
April 14, 2026
The Junior League of Columbia (JLC) invites the community to grab their paddles and join in for its 2nd Annual Pickleball Tournament, presented by ProMotion Rehab and Sports Medicine, taking…
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Lowcountry Land Trust protects key Wadmalaw Island property along Bears Bluff Road
April 14, 2026
Lowcountry Land Trust, a nonprofit committed to protecting land and water forever and connecting the community to conservation, announced the permanent protection of Newground, a working farm spanning 58 acres…
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Celebrate 10 Years of Impact: Join the Palmetto Giving Day Community Fiesta!
April 13, 2026
The clock is ticking, and the energy in Georgetown County is electric. Palmetto Giving Day 2026—the highly anticipated 36-hour online giving challenge—is officially here, uniting donors, local businesses, and nonprofits…
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SOS Care expands Oak Tree Farm community with two new housing buildings
April 13, 2026
In honor of Autism Acceptance Month, SOS Care is proud to announce the expansion of Oak Tree Farm, a premier residential community for adults with autism and intellectual disabilities. On…
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Leadership Georgetown County adds second supply drive in support of area school nurses
April 13, 2026
The Leadership Georgetown County Class 33, in partnership with the Georgetown County Chamber of Commerce, is calling on the community to support its efforts to provide medical supplies and other…
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DAV Charitable Service Trust awards a $35,000 grant to Senior Resources to help provide meals to homebound veterans
April 13, 2026
Senior Resources has received a generous grant of $35,000 from DAV Charitable Service Trust to provide nutritional support through Meals on Wheels to veterans in Richland County. This funding will…
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SC State Foundation receives $50,000 grant for scholarships from Power:Ed
April 13, 2026
Power:Ed, the philanthropic arm of South Carolina Student Loan Corporation (SCSLC), has awarded the South Carolina State University Foundation a $50,000 grant to provide scholarships to 35 deserving SC State…
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Homes of Hope Gala to feature two powerful stories of transformation
April 13, 2026
Homes of Hope Gala to Feature Two Powerful Stories of Transformation Homes of Hope will spotlight two powerful, real-life stories of transformation at its upcoming annual gala, Strong Foundations –…
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The new rules of reputation management
April 13, 2026
Public relations is changing. For years, many people thought of PR as media coverage, announcements and visibility. Those things still matter, but they are no longer enough. Today, public relations…
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Columbia Museum of Art May 2026 exhibitions and events calendar
April 13, 2026
EXHIBITIONS Rodney McMillian: A Son of the Soil On view through June 28, 2026 Rodney McMillian: A Son of the Soil is a thematic presentation of this important American artist’s…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Nikki Haley, The O6 Foundation
April 11, 2026
The Who’s on the Move, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. In this series you will see a diverse group of…
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Helping children in crisis, when no one else is there
April 10, 2026
A Three‑Part Series on St. Christopher’s Children For nearly two decades, St. Christopher’s Children has worked quietly to support underserved children across Georgetown County, providing new clothing and critical orthodontic…
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Black River United Way to host free seminar on raising resilient children
April 10, 2026
The Black River United Way will host a free community seminar, Raising Resilient Children, on Thursday, April 30, 2026, from 12:00 noon to 2:00 p.m. at the Andrews Public Library. This seminar is designed for…
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Hudson Berry Chapter, NSDAR plans book event April 18 for author and her time-traveling pup
April 10, 2026
Children’s author Karen Petit will share the story of her American Revolutionary War book, “Celebrate America! The People Declare Independence,” on Saturday, April 18, at the First Baptist Church in…
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HGTC Physical Therapist Assistant students support global outreach through shoe drive
April 10, 2026Partnership with Samaritan’s Feet results in 40 pairs of donated footwear for international distribution Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) students and faculty in the Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) program are making…
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Fashion for a Cause: Fountain Inn Museum to Host
April 10, 2026
History and high fashion are set to collide this May as the Fountain Inn Museum announces its upcoming fundraiser, “Get in the Pink.” The springtime brunch and fashion show promises…
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Samantha Tucker joins Meals on Wheels Greenville as Chief of Advancement
April 9, 2026
Meals on Wheels Greenville announced Samantha Tucker, CFRE, is joining the executive team as Chief of Advancement. Tucker brings more than two decades of nonprofit leadership experience to the role,…
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Charleston County to host mandatory forums for nonprofits seeking Community Investment, Accommodations Tax funding
April 9, 2026
With applications opening soon, Charleston County will host two public information forums for nonprofit, 501(c) organizations interested in applying for funding through the County Contributions Program, which includes Community Investment,…
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United Way of Greenville County invests in Greenville’s next generation of Black leaders
April 9, 2026
African American Leadership Affinity Group to Award Multiple $5,000 Scholarships and Launch Inaugural Pitch Competition | Deadline April 19 United Way of Greenville County, through its African American Leadership (AAL)…
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Greenville Triumph launch 2026 Read to Score initiative presented by ScanSource in collaboration with GE Vernova
April 9, 2026
As part of its ongoing commitment to investing in communities across the Upstate, the Greenville Triumph SC – announced the launch of their 2026 Read to Score initiative, presented by…
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Governor Henry McMaster, Together SC, United Way Association of South Carolina, and AmeriCorps SC announce 2026 Governor’s Volunteer Award recipients
April 8, 2026
Honoring the People and Partnerships Powering South Carolina Communities During National Volunteer Month Governor Henry McMaster, Together SC, United Way Association of South Carolina, and AmeriCorps SC announced the recipients…
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Children’s Charities of the Midlands awards $140,000 to local children’s programs
April 8, 2026
Children’s Charities of the Midlands, in conjunction with the ChippenWhales Plunge Team and partners, has presented $140,000 to local organizations helping children. The funds are the result of their 2025…
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Mission Lexington’s “Mission on the Move” campaign gains momentum through a community leadership gift
April 8, 2026
Mission Lexington announced strong momentum for its Mission on the Move capital campaign, an initiative designed to expand capacity and ensure the organization can serve neighbors in crisis for the…
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Join Us for the 34th Annual Spring Tide Community Clean Up & Chowder Cookoff
April 8, 2026
Murrells Inlet 2020 is excited to host the 34th Annual Spring Tide Community Clean Up & Chowder Cookoff on Sunday, May 3, and everyone is invited to take part in…
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Orangeburg Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. donates $2,500 to Edisto Habitat for Humanity
April 8, 2026Edisto Habitat for Humanity accepted a $2,500 donation from the Orangeburg Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. during their 2026 Day of Service, held in honor of Past…
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BridgeWay Brewing Joins Reedy River Duck Derby to Support Local Upstate Charities
April 7, 2026
The local craft beer scene is teaming up with a Greenville tradition for a cause that hits close to home. BridgeWay Brewing Co., located in the heart of the Bridgeway…
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Brookgreen Gardens announces return of “Summer Light: Art by Night” featuring massive glass sculptures by Craig Mitchell Smith
April 7, 2026
Brookgreen Gardens is proud to announce the return of its premier evening event series, Summer Light: Art by Night. Starting Wednesday, May 27, 2026, the historic sculpture gardens will be…
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Calling all animal lovers and pickleball enthusiasts: All4Paws to host annual pickleball fundraiser
April 7, 2026
All4Paws Animal Rescue is hosting its 4th Annual Pickle4Paws Pickleball Tournament on the weekend of April 18 and 19 at Waccamaw Regional Recreation Center, 83 Duncan Avenue, Pawley’s Island, SC,…
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Celebrate Mother Nature at Brookgreen Gardens’ Earth Day Festival
April 7, 2026
Brookgreen Gardens will host its annual Earth Day Festival on Saturday, April 18, offering families a day of environmental education and outdoor “Party for the Planet” festivities. The event runs…
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O’Quinn elected as Charitable Foundation board president
April 7, 2026
Kim O’Quinn has been elected President of the 2026 Board of Trustees for the Building Industry Associate of Central South Carolina Charitable Foundation. Kim joined the Board of Trustees in…
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Charleston Parks Conservancy unveils plan to reimagine Allan Park
April 7, 2026The Charleston Parks Conservancy has announced a fundraising effort to support the revitalization of Allan Park, a beloved neighborhood green space located at 365 Ashley Avenue in downtown Charleston. The…
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Small Acts, Big Impact: Walmart and Sam’s Club kick off 13th annual ‘Fight Hunger. Spark Change’
April 6, 2026
In-store or online, coastal South Carolina residents can turn everyday shopping into local meals for families in need. For the 13th consecutive year, all U.S. Walmart stores and Sam’s Club locations…
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Hope, Healing, and High Tea at Barnabas Horse Foundation’s spring fundraiser
April 6, 2026
By Karen Owens, Publisher The Barnabas Horse Foundation does amazing work, providing equine-assisted services for survivors of abuse and trauma, veterans, and first responders to improve their quality of life…
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Small Acts, Big Impact: Walmart and Sam’s Club kick off 13th annual ‘Fight Hunger. Spark Change.’
April 6, 2026
For the 13th consecutive year, all U.S. Walmart stores and Sam’s Club locations are launching the Fight Hunger. Spark Change. campaign, including right here in coastal South Carolina. The goal…
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TD SYNNEX Share the Magic adds fifth charity for first time in 16 years
April 3, 2026
Meyer Center for Special Children named inaugural 2026 President’s Choice Charity TD SYNNEX Share the Magic, now in its 16th year, announced the launch of the President’s Choice Charity, a…
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Early giving for Midlands Gives starts now: Make an impact for local nonprofits today
April 3, 2026
The spirit of community and generosity is building across the Midlands. Early giving for Midlands Gives Day, an impactful initiative of Central Carolina Community Foundation, starts April 1 and continues…
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Greenville Together expands housing navigation team with support from Piedmont Health Foundation
April 2, 2026
Greenville Together is accelerating its work to functionally end homelessness through a mission partnership with Piedmont Health Foundation, expanding and centralizing housing navigation across Greenville County. This investment strengthens one of the…
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THRIVE Laurens County hosts two free Community Listening Sessions in Waterloo and Mountville
April 2, 2026
Residents across Laurens County invited to share their voices, enjoy a free meal, and help shape a healthier community THRIVE Laurens County, a local coalition of residents, organizations, and institutions…
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The Big Red Barn Retreat announces Build On Your Land LLC as presenting sponsor of Fall Jam 2026
April 2, 2026
Annual benefit concert returns November 14 to support our nation’s heroes The Big Red Barn Retreat announced Build On Your Land LLC as the presenting sponsor of Fall Jam 2026,…
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South Carolina nonprofit leaders convene at State House to engage lawmakers on sector priorities
April 1, 2026
Together SC will bring nonprofit leaders from across the state to the South Carolina State House on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, for its annual Nonprofits at the State House event—an…
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CSX makes donation to Lowcountry Food Bank
April 1, 2026
Donation recognizes and uplifts individuals and organizations dedicated to honoring those who serve our communities Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB) announced it has been awarded grant funding from CSX Transportation to…
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