Habitat for Humanity of Greenville’s Fields named to Riley Fellow program
January 29, 2024
Joseph Fields, Habitat’s Vice President of Equity, has been named to the Diversity Leaders Initiative (DLI) from Furman University’s Riley Institute Spring cohort. A graduate of Chaminade University, Fields served…
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Laurie Rovin appointed Executive Director of Compass of Carolina
January 29, 2024
Compass of Carolina is thrilled to announce the appointment of Laurie Rovin, as the permanent Executive Director as of December 2023. Ms. Rovin joined Compass of Carolina as Interim Director…
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Countybank Foundation donates $2,500 to SC Ovarian Cancer Foundation
January 25, 2024
The Countybank Foundation, established in 1971 representing Countybank and Greenwood Capital, donated $2,500 to the South Carolina Ovarian Cancer Foundation, an organization dedicated to improving the health of women through…
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Sisters of Charity Foundation of SC announces new trustees for 2024
January 25, 2024
Foundation announces new members and officers to serve on Board of Trustees The Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina is announcing its new Board of Trustees members and officers…
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Forty-eight Midlands Leaders join Diversity Leaders Initiative
January 25, 2024
An award-winning program with over 2,700 graduates across South Carolina, the Diversity Leaders Initiative leverages diversity to drive progress. Forty-eight leaders from across the Midlands have been selected to participate…
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OneSpartanburg, Inc., Spartanburg Academic Movement, partner on STAR Fellowship to align educational opportunities with current and future industry needs
January 25, 2024
In collaboration with the Spartanburg Academic Movement, OneSpartanburg, Inc. has launched The STAR Fellowship to better align internship, apprenticeship, and mentorship opportunities with the current and future needs of industries…
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Habitat Greenville launches 12th CEO Build
January 25, 2024
A group of Greenville business and community leaders pledged to help build a new Habitat for Humanity of Greenville home Wednesday afternoon. The 12th Habitat Greenville CEO Build will include:…
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Artisphere
January 24, 2024
Founded in 2003, Artisphere’s mission is to create a nationally recognized Fine Arts festival that enhances the quality of life and economic vitality in South Carolina. This 3 day fine…
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Venture Carolina releases the 2024 Upstate Upstarts list
January 23, 2024
Venture Carolina, a nonprofit dedicated to bridging the funding gap between investors and entrepreneurs, announced the launch of the 2024 Upstate Upstarts List. The Upstate Upstarts Lists is a new…
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Junior Achievement of Greater South Carolina launches JA Finance Park Mobile® to help teens gain greater understanding of the realities of managing finances
January 22, 2024
Immersive Program Designed to Increase Financial Literacy and Capability of High School Students Today, Junior Achievement of Greater South Carolina announces the launch of JA Finance Park Mobile®. This program…
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Habitat Greenville garners $15,000 grant from Lowe’s
January 19, 2024
Habitat for Humanity of Greenville County received a $15,000 grant Wednesday from Lowe’s to help repair four homes in the City of Greenville. The funding from Lowe’s is part of…
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Red Ribbon Resale to close on January 31, 2024
January 18, 2024
17 Year Legacy of Compassion and Support AID Upstate announces the closure of its thrift store, Red Ribbon Resale, on January 31, 2024. AID Upstate opened Red Ribbon Resale in…
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Fain McDaniel announced as new board chair of SC Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities Foundation
January 18, 2024
The South Carolina Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities Foundation announces that current board member Fain McDaniel has assumed the role of board chair, effective January 1, 2024. McDaniel…
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Nine Upstate organizations receive Barbara Stone Foundation’s Community Innovation Grants to support programming for people with disabilities
January 18, 2024
The Barbara Stone Foundation, a non-profit organization focused on supporting visionary and creative programs and initiatives for individuals with disabilities, recently awarded nine Community Innovation Grants to Upstate non-profits. The…
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Sustain SC announced new Executive Committee and Board Members
January 17, 2024
Sustain SC, an economic development-driven organization connecting the sustainability goals of business in South Carolina with local solutions, announced its 2024 Board of Directors with a new Chair and two…
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Over 400 volunteers participate in United Way’s MLK Day of Service
January 17, 2024
On Monday, January 15, 2024, more than 400 volunteers came together in Spartanburg to serve over 1,000 total hours at local non-profits in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.…
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Countybank and Greenwood Capital pledge more than $73K to United Way
January 16, 2024
Countybank and Greenwood Capital donated $73,552 as part of their annual fundraising campaign to United Way, which was then distributed per associate-based donations to their respective local United Way organizations…
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Art Opens Doors creates opportunity for Greenville elementary students to build a more inclusive and vibrant community through art making
January 12, 2024Greenville Center for Creative Arts (GCCA) announced the launch of Art Opens Doors, a community art project developed by the Open Doors team of the Diversity Leaders Initiative (DLI) Upstate…
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Habitat Laurens to “Rock The Block” this January
January 12, 2024
Cypress Street in the Lydia Mills neighborhood will get a transformation this month led by Habitat for Humanity of Laurens County. Habitat Laurens will be holding a “Rock The Block”…
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Special veterans program with Stacy Pearsall at Upcountry History Museum
January 10, 2024
On Saturday, January 13, 2024, Stacy Pearsall, one of America’s most decorated female combat photographers, will lead a panel discussion at the Upcountry History Museum with fellow Veterans as they…
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Greenwood Pathway House receives national Chick-fil-A True Inspiration Award
January 9, 2024
Greenwood Pathway House is receiving $30,000 as a Chick-fil-A True Inspiration Awards recipient. The award, presented during a news conference at Chick-fil-A in Greenwood, is part of a national program…
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Habitat Greenville launching 12th CEO Build this Month with panel discussion on affordable housing
January 9, 2024
A panel discussion focusing on the challenges of affordable housing both locally and abroad will serve as the kick-off for the 2024 Habitat for Humanity of Greenville County CEO Build.…
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Matching gift challenge for the Center for Developmental Services
January 8, 2024
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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Award winning social media strategist joins NP Strategy
January 4, 2024
Ryal Curtis to Lead Social Media Team as Senior Director NP Strategy, a strategic communications firm providing crisis, media and public relations assistance, will launch a robust expansion of its…
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Countybank successfully completes swipe to donate campaign
January 4, 2024
Countybank announced that it has successfully completed its fourth annual swipe to donate campaign that occurred throughout December 2023. “We could not be more thankful to our customers for consistently…
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The Greenville Jewish Federation is hosting three events in January to highlight cooking and heritage
January 4, 2024
The Greenville Jewish Federation is hosting three events this month that highlight the way Jewish traditions have helped shape southern cooking for generations. A new cookbook by Rachel Gordon Barnett…
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More than 700 Carolina children expected to be diagnosed with cancer in 2024
January 3, 2024
According to Children’s Cancer Partners of the Carolinas (CCP), the patient and family support organization that serves all of North and South Carolina, cancer will remain the #1 disease killer…
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FUEL accepting applications for nonprofit grant program
January 3, 2024
FUEL, a Greenville, S.C.-based brand building agency, is accepting applications until January 17 for its FUEL for Good Grant program for the first half of 2024. As part of its…
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United Way of the Piedmont invites the community to sign up for 2024 MLK Day of Service
January 3, 2024
On Monday, January 15, 2024, people across Spartanburg County will join together to serve their community in celebration of the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and…
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The Soapstone Preservation Endowment launches campaign to raise $500,000 by 2025
January 3, 2024
The Soapstone Preservation Endowment, a public charity created for the sole purpose of protecting and promoting the history and legacy of the Liberia Community and Soapstone Baptist Church in the…
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Spartanburg Water provides grant support to Play.Advocate.Live Well. (PAL)
December 21, 2023
Grant will help fund the Spartanburg organization’s Trails Stewardship Program Play.Advocate.Live Well. (PAL) was recently awarded a grant for more than $3,500 by Spartanburg Water to assist with the success…
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The Northside Development Group announces Bill Barnet to transition from Board of Directors to Emeritus role in 2023
December 20, 2023
The Northside Development Group announces Founding Board Chair, Bill Barnet’s transition from Board of Directors to First Emeritus Board Member. Barnet, who chaired the board from the organization’s founding in…
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GSHRM Recognizes chapter Award winners
December 19, 2023
The Greenville chapter of SHRM (the Society for Human Resource Management) announced the winners of its annual HR Awards at a reception held at the Poinsett Club in downtown Greenville.…
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RoseTree Marketing, a marketing agency for small businesses and associations, opens in Media, PA
December 19, 2023
RoseTree Marketing, a full-service marketing agency that specializes in helping small businesses, associations and non-profit organizations grow and succeed, announced the opening of its new office in Media, PA. RoseTree…
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Rebuild Upstate raises nearly $65,000 for home preservation at inaugural silent auction event
December 19, 2023
GREENVILLE, S.C. – Rebuild Upstate, a local nonprofit dedicated to preserving safe and affordable housing for individuals and families in need, celebrated its wildly successful A Toast to Home event…
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South Carolina Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities Foundation announces Director of Development
December 19, 2023
The South Carolina Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities Foundation in Greenville has hired Jared Martin as Director of Development. Martin will create, implement, and oversee the organization’s development…
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TD SYNNEX Share the Magic distributes $1.3 million to Upstate children’s charities
December 12, 2023
A Child’s Haven, Clement’s Kindness, Make-A-Wish® South Carolina and Pendleton Place receive funding for critical operations TD SYNNEX Share the Magic, a charitable fundraising initiative created by Peter Larocque, President…
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Upstate leaders selected for Liberty Fellowship Class of 2025
December 12, 2023
Five Upstate leaders have been selected for Liberty Fellowship’s Class of 2025. The Fellowship brings together a small group of established leaders with a wide range of thought, professions, geographic…
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Origin launches “Home for the Holidays” campaign providing foreclosure counseling & support services for South Carolinians
December 12, 2023
“Origin SC is changing lives and giving hope… and I wouldn’t have been able to do this without your help.” – Ashley D, Former Client Origin SC, a leading state-wide…
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AID Upstate
December 8, 2023
Since 1987, AID Upstate has been at the forefront in the fight against HIV/AIDS. Efforts began several years earlier, first as a committee and then as a task force in…
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Christmas card syndrome
December 7, 2023
By Jeff Becraft This was actually first put out there in 2020… but I have come across several people who are really down, discouraged and lonely… so I would like…
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Local Jewish Federation is Shining A Light on antisemitism
December 7, 2023
As the Jewish community in the Upstate prepares for Hanukkah this week, the Greenville Jewish Federation is taking part in a nationwide antisemitism campaign. Shine A Light is a purpose-driven…
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Habitat Greenville dedicates first Bramlett Park home
December 7, 2023
Habitat for Humanity of Greenville County welcomed a new home and new neighborhood to its community of families Wednesday. Jessica Jones became the first homeowner in one of Habitat Greenville’s…
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Erin Thompson elected to United Way of Greenville County’s Board of Directors
December 6, 2023
Erin Thompson, vice president of Messer Construction Co., has been elected to United Way of Greenville County’s Board of Directors. “As the local Messer team grows its presence in the…
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Progress spotlighted at Greenville Housing Fund’s Annual Meeting
December 5, 2023
Even in a year plagued by record high interest rates, Greenville Housing Fund celebrated significant achievements in tackling Greenville’s affordable housing challenges at its 2023 Annual Meeting Tuesday. With several…
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Spartanburg gives nonprofits raise over $70,000 for Giving Tuesday at the 4th Annual Brew Good event
December 5, 2023
Spartanburg Gives hosted the 4th Annual Brew Good for Giving Tuesday event at Fr8yard on November 28th with over 200 community members gathering to support 25+ participating nonprofits, with funky…
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Countybank launches swipe to donate campaign
December 5, 2023
Countybank announced the launch of its fourth annual debit card swipe campaign that results in contributions to local organizations through the Countybank Foundation. “As the holidays quickly approach, we are…
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SC Afterschool Alliance and SC Department of Mental Health announce innovative partnership to expand youth access to mental health care across South Carolina
December 5, 2023
The South Carolina Afterschool Alliance (SCAA) and the South Carolina Department of Mental Health (SCDMH) are partnering on a new, innovative effort to improve access to mental health care for…
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Dollar General awards $20,000 in Adult Literacy Grants in Greenville County, $100,000 over past decade
December 5, 2023
Dollar General Awards $20,000 in Adult Literacy Grants in Greenville County, $100,000 Over Past Decade Funding helps provide more than 500 adults with basic literacy instruction and career-ready skills The…
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President & CEO of Mary Black Foundation, Molly Talbot-Metz, receives Order of the Palmetto Award
December 5, 2023
Molly Talbot-Metz, president and CEO of the Mary Black Foundation, has been honored with receiving the Order of the Palmetto Award. Talbot-Metz was honored with the award, recognized as the…
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