United Way of the Piedmont welcomes eight new board members, honors departing members
April 1, 2024
United Way of the Piedmont is pleased to announce the appointment of eight new board members who bring a breadth of experience and insight to the organization. United Way welcomes…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: non-profit, on-the-move
SC Council on Competitiveness launches innovative SC Asset Network (SCAN) mapping tool
March 27, 2024
The SCAN tool offers users a comprehensive resource to explore South Carolina’s economic landscape, with the ability to search for specific companies, industry sub-sectors, and discover highlighted and emerging technologies…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc, laurenscountybuzz Category: government, non-profit, on-the-move
Phillip Phillips to perform live in Spartanburg at free concert celebration
March 27, 2024
An evening of music and community spirit brought to you by BMW Charity Pro-Am presented by TD SYNNEX and The Johnson Group The BMW Charity Pro-Am presented by TD SYNNEX…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: entertainment, local-industry, non-profit, on-the-move, social-scene, sports
Issaqueena Chapter, NSDAR earns state honors
March 27, 2024
The Issaqueena Chapter, National Society Daughters of the American Revolution received awards and honors during the recent conference of the South Carolina State Society DAR at the 128th State Conference…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc, laurenscountybuzz Category: non-profit, on-the-move
Judson Mill District to host Indie Craft Parade in August
March 27, 2024
Fifteenth anniversary festival promises to be biggest to date Indie Craft Parade, an annual two-day celebration of all things handmade, will return to its roots in August by holding its…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: non-profit, on-the-move, the-arts
Entrepreneur Minute – Barbara Rackes, SC Women in Leadership
March 26, 2024
The Who’s on the Move, 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…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: entrepreneurship, government, non-profit, on-the-move, podcast
K9 SAR Team with South Carolina Search & Rescue Dog Association achieves national certification with North American Police Work Dog Association
March 25, 2024
Team Dock, a K9 SAR team with the South Carolina Search & Rescue Dog Association (SCSARDA), a non-profit, all-volunteer professional search and rescue team dedicated to finding missing people with…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: non-profit, on-the-move
Local nonprofit launches statewide literacy leader think tank
March 25, 2024
Turning Pages SC, a nonprofit that teaches adults to read better, has launched Literacy SC. This groundbreaking casual coalition unites decision-makers from various literacy programs across South Carolina. It’s key…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc, laurenscountybuzz Category: non-profit, on-the-move
New data highlights factors influencing the health of South Carolina
March 21, 2024
Data shows the healthiest counties have well-resourced civic infrastructure Today, the South Carolina Institute of Medicine and Public Health (IMPH) highlights the continued progress the state is making in clinical care, including…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: non-profit, on-the-move
Ronald McDonald House Charities appoints 3 new board members
March 21, 2024
Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Carolinas announced the appointment of three new members to its Board of Directors. The addition of these distinguished individuals strengthens the organization’s leadership team…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: non-profit, on-the-move
SC Public Radio to co-host “a celebration of the music of Marian McPartland” concert event in honor of national jazz legend
March 18, 2024
SC Public Radio, in partnership with the ColaJazz Foundation, the University of South Carolina Press and the Koger Center for the Arts, will host A Celebration of the Music of…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: media, non-profit, on-the-move
Premier Arts Collective
March 16, 2024
Premier Arts Collective is a faith-based nonprofit organization on a mission to bring healing and hope to individuals in need. This mission is fulfilled in many ways, including art and…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: non-profit
Jewish Family Services Social Worker
March 16, 2024
The Greenville Jewish Federation is a non-profit promoting the Jewish values of tikkun olam (repairing the world), Tzedakah (charity and social justice), and Torah (Jewish learning) through educational, social, and…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: non-profit
Medicinal Whiskey Charity is hosting a Kentucky Derby Party
March 12, 2024
Benefiting Clement’s Kindness Fund for the Children and Prisma Health Children’s Hospital BI-LO Charities Children’s Cancer Center Medicinal Whiskey Charity is hosting a Kentucky Derby Party on Saturday, May 4,…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: non-profit, on-the-move
Compass of Carolina announces 2024 Board of Directors
March 12, 2024It is with much gratitude that we announce the Compass of Carolina’s 2024 Board Officers and Directors: John Riddle (ELLIOTT DAVIS) as Chairman, Heather Volz (FIDELITY BANK) as Vice-Chairwoman, James…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: non-profit, on-the-move
Greenville Jewish Federation participates in Advocacy Day
March 11, 2024
Leadership of the Greenville Jewish Federation took part in a day of advocacy in Columbia at the State House on March 6th. Rep. Beth Bernstein read a pro-Israel resolution, condemning…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: non-profit, on-the-move
SCDOA and IMPH honored with 2023 South Carolina Notable State Documents Award
March 10, 2024
The South Carolina Department on Aging (SCDOA) in partnership with the South Carolina Institute of Medicine and Public Health (IMPH) was announced as a winner of the 2023 South Carolina…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc, laurenscountybuzz Category: government, non-profit, on-the-move
Countybank Foundation donates $5,000 to Anderson Interfaith Ministries
March 7, 2024
The Countybank Foundation, established in 1971 representing Countybank and Greenwood Capital, donated $5,000 to Anderson Interfaith Ministries (AIM), a non-profit organization that meets the needs of under-resourced individuals and families…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: banking-and-finance, non-profit, on-the-move
Amanda Herlihy named GSA Business Report’s 2024 Women of Influence honoree
March 5, 2024
Amanda Herlihy, executive director of the SC Governor’s School for the Arts & Humanities Foundation, was named a 2024 Woman of Influence by GSA Business Report. This honor is bestowed…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: non-profit, on-the-move
Emmanuel’s Hammer to host the 2024 Annual Builder’s Breakfast
March 5, 2024
Emmanuel’s Hammer, a nonprofit, faith-based organization providing home rehabilitation services for under-resourced homeowners, will host their annual Builder’s Breakfast on Tuesday, March 12, 2024, at 7:00 AM. The event and…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: non-profit, on-the-move
Ten at the Top welcomes new board Mmembers
March 4, 2024
Ten at the Top announced the addition of twelve new board members for the 2024-2025 term. The new members participated in the TATT New Board Member orientation session that was…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: non-profit, on-the-move
YMCA of Greenville announces 2024 Annual Campaign goal, continuing its impact in the community
March 4, 2024
YMCA of Greenville announces 2024 Annual Campaign goal, continuing its impact in the community YMCA of Greenville announced its 2024 Annual Campaign goal of $1.44 million to help improve the…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: non-profit, on-the-move
Meyer Center for Special Children celebrates 70 years of serving the Upstate’s children with disabilities
March 4, 2024
The Meyer Center for Special Children this year celebrates 70 years of serving the Upstate’s children with disabilities. During a special event held at the Meyer Center to commemorate the…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: day-care, education, life, local-industry, non-profit, on-the-move
‘Bedtime Stitches’ exhibit at Upcountry History Museum showcases distinctive talents of fabric artist Salley Mavor
February 28, 2024Bringing stories from the pages of her books to life is what fabric artist and children’s author Salley Mavor does best, and her latest exhibit, “Salley Mavor: Bedtime Stitches,” showcases…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: chamber, churches, day-care, education, entertainment, life, marketing-and-communications, media, non-profit, on-the-move, social-scene, the-arts
Countybank Foundation donates $2,500 to Multiplying Good
February 27, 2024
The Countybank Foundation, established in 1971 representing Countybank and Greenwood Capital, donated $2,500 to Multiplying Good, an organization that helps people reach their full potential and discover their power to…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: banking-and-finance, non-profit, on-the-move
The Assault on Mt. Mitchell recognized by Gran Fondo Guide
February 26, 2024
Cycling challenge recognized as one of the Top 10 Gran Fondos in North America The Gran Fondo Guide, the world’s leading cycling events platform, recently recognized The Assault on Mt.…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: non-profit, on-the-move
Compass of Carolina hires Director of Marketing & Development
February 22, 2024
Compass of Carolina announced the hiring of a new Director of Marketing & Development, Kimberly Broadway. Mrs. Broadway brings a fresh perspective to Compass of Carolina after transitioning from the…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc, laurenscountybuzz Category: non-profit, on-the-move
SC Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities Foundation receives Platinum Seal of Transparency for the fourth consecutive year
February 21, 2024
The South Carolina Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities Foundation proudly announces that they have earned the 2024 Platinum Seal of Transparency from Candid. Candid is a highly respected…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: non-profit, on-the-move
Antiwan Tate of My Brother’s Keeper-Spartanburg recognized with award
February 21, 2024
Mary Black Foundation has awarded Antiwan Tate the 2024 Dr. George Newby, Jr. Health Equity Leadership Award. The award honors the legacy of Dr. Newby by celebrating the work of…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: non-profit, on-the-move
We Are Sharing Hope SC celebrates a milestone year in 2023
February 20, 2024
We Are Sharing Hope SC (SHSC), South Carolina’s nonprofit organ and tissue recovery service, reflects on their 2023 unprecedented milestones and growth, showcasing the exceptional generosity of the South Carolinian community.…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: non-profit, on-the-move
Sustain SC welcomes new CEO, Leslie Skardon
February 15, 2024
The Board of Directors of Sustain SC, a nonprofit organization connecting the sustainability goals of business in South Carolina with local solutions, is excited to announce the appointment of Leslie…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: business-services, economic-development, environmental, headlines, non-profit, on-the-move
Aldon Knight to assume Executive Director role at Upstate Forever this May
February 13, 2024
Current ED Andrea Cooper will stay engaged with the organization, focusing on strategy, special projects, and donor relations On behalf of local conservation nonprofit Upstate Forever (UF) and its board…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: headlines, non-profit, on-the-move
SC Nonprofit Summit 2024: Bringing Together Leaders for Collective Impact
February 13, 2024
North Charleston, SC ~ February 13, 2024 South Carolina’s annual Nonprofit Summit, hosted by Together SC, our state’s association of nonprofit, philanthropic, and community organizations and sponsored by Dominion Energy,…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: economic-development, environmental, non-profit, on-the-move, philanthropy
Countybank Foundation donates $2,500 to Faith Home
February 13, 2024
The Countybank Foundation, established in 1971 representing Countybank and Greenwood Capital, recently donated $2,500 to Faith Home, a Christian rehabilitation program for men and women seeking treatment for alcoholism and…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: banking-and-finance, non-profit, on-the-move
Exhibit at Upcountry History Museum explores Centennial Legacy of The Duke Endowment
February 12, 2024A traveling exhibit highlighting a century of progress as envisioned by James B. Duke, founder of The Duke Endowment, is now on display at the Upcountry History Museum – Greenville…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: churches, economic-development, education, energy, entertainment, marketing-and-communications, media, non-profit, on-the-move, philanthropy, the-arts, utilities
Announcing Disability Next Door SC
February 12, 2024
A campaign challenging stereotypes about people with disabilities so we are accepted and included in communities throughout South Carolina. The South Carolina Statewide Independent Living Council, in partnership with the…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc, laurenscountybuzz Category: non-profit, on-the-move
YMCA Judson Community Center reveals facility upgrades in response to community childcare needs at annual SouperBowl event
February 8, 2024
The YMCA of Greenville today revealed the nearly $500,000 facility upgrades at the Judson Community Center while celebrating its 21st annual SouperBowl fundraising event for its Annual Campaign. YMCA Judson…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: construction, day-care, non-profit, on-the-move
Junior Achievement of Greater South Carolina receives $75,000 Power:Ed grant
February 8, 2024
Junior Achievement of Greater South Carolina (JAGSC), a nonprofit dedicated to inspiring and preparing young people to succeed in a global economy, has been awarded a $75,000 grant from Power:Ed,…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: education, non-profit, on-the-move, philanthropy
TealHaus CEO and Founder Lindsay Niedringhaus joins the Boards of Loaves & Fishes and RIZE Prevention
February 8, 2024
Lindsay Niedringhaus, Founder and CEO of TealHaus, recently joined the Board of Directors of two local nonprofits: Loaves & Fishes and RIZE Prevention. TealHaus is a strategic marketing firm that…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: marketing-and-communications, non-profit, on-the-move
FUEL selects the Half a Sorrow Foundation as 1H24 grant recipient
February 7, 2024
FUEL – a Greenville, S.C.-based brand building agency – announced that it has selected the Half a Sorrow Foundation as the FUEL for Good Grant recipient for 1H 2024. The…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: non-profit, on-the-move
SCRA announces new Member Companies and grant funding
February 7, 2024
SkilRedi and VBASE Oil Company were accepted as South Carolina Research Authority Member Companies. Advent Innovations Limited Company and FinSiteful received new grant funding. All SCRA Member Companies receive coaching…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: non-profit, on-the-move
Rebuild Upstate promotes Rose Davis to Community Engagement Director
February 5, 2024
Rose Davis is the new Director of Community Engagement for Rebuild Upstate. In this role, Davis will sit on the Leadership Team of the organization and oversee a wide range…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: non-profit, on-the-move
South Carolina Charities, Inc. appoints Bob Stegner to Board President
February 5, 2024
Judson Conwell has been appointed to Director of Corporate Partnerships and Assistant Tournament Director South Carolina Charities, Inc. (SCCI), the non-profit foundation of the BMW Charity Pro-Am presented by TD…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: local-industry, non-profit, on-the-move, sports
Martus expands leadership team to meet growing demand for nonprofit budgeting and reporting solutions
February 1, 2024GREENVILLE, SC – Martus Solutions (Martus), a leading budgeting and reporting solution, announced the expansion of its executive leadership team to support the company’s growing portfolio of customers, partners, and…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: business-services, non-profit, on-the-move
More forests, farms, and green space protected by Upstate Forever in 2023
January 31, 2024
Organization worked with landowners, funders, and partners to facilitate permanent conservation easements on nearly 800 acres last year in Upstate South Carolina Local conservation nonprofit Upstate Forever announced that the…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: non-profit, on-the-move
Rebuild Upstate adds RSVP Project Manager
January 30, 2024
Rebuild Upstate has added Ryan Hulon as the organization’s RSVP Project Manager for Anderson County. Hulon served in the US Army 82nd Airborne from 1997 to 2007. Years after his…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: non-profit, on-the-move
‘Unicorn of the Sea’ rises from the deep in new exhibit at Upcountry History Museum
January 30, 2024
From its depiction in the 1500s as an angry sea monster to its portrayal as a unicorn of the sea and now as an icon of pop culture, the narwhal…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: chamber, churches, day-care, education, entertainment, environmental, hospitality, local-industry, marketing-and-communications, media, non-profit, on-the-move, the-arts
Spoleto Festival USA announces 2024 festival season
January 30, 2024
Spoleto Festival USA, the country’s premier performing arts festival, has announced a star-studded lineup for 2024 including more than one hundred performances across the Holy City for 17 days and…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc, laurenscountybuzz Category: non-profit, on-the-move, the-arts
Twenty-two Fellows Selected for 2024 South Carolina Afterschool Leaders Empowered (SCALE) Fellowship
January 29, 2024
SCALE equips emerging afterschool and expanded learning leaders with the resources, frameworks, partnerships, and curriculum-curating skills to advance education programming in South Carolina. Twenty-two afterschool and summer program leaders from…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: education, non-profit, on-the-move
Harris Teeter’s Health Partner Round Up campaign takes center stage in support of The ALS Association
January 29, 2024
Shoppers at South Carolina Stores Can Round Up for ALS – Every Cent Counts in the Fight Against ALS Harris Teeter announced the launch of its Health Partner Round Up…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, upstatebizsc Category: non-profit, on-the-move, retail
