Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina awards $102,000 to 43 Caritas Grantees
November 8, 2016
The Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina recently awarded Caritas grants for the fall 2016 grant cycle. “In omnibus caritas” means In all things charity. Since its inception in…
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Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina awards $102,000 to 43 Caritas Grantees
November 8, 2016
The Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina recently awarded Caritas grants for the fall 2016 grant cycle. “In omnibus caritas” means In all things charity. Since its inception in…
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Complete Public Relations’ Boyanoski to speak at national conference
November 8, 2016
Complete Public Relation’s John Boyanoski will be speaking about how non-profits can build their media profile at the sixth annual ReFrame Conference in Kingsport, Tennessee this Friday. Boyanoski will make…
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Bank of America grant supports Meals on Wheels program
November 7, 2016
The Bank of America Charitable Foundation, a longtime community partner with Senior Resources, has continued its generous support of the Meals on Wheels program with a $12,500 donation. The funds…
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Charleston Animal Society Chili Cook-off & Oyster Roast November 19th
November 7, 2016
More than 100 Teams Will Compete at Riverfront Park in North Charleston The 2016 Chili Cook-off & Oyster Roast is scheduled for November 19th at Riverfront Park in North Charleston…
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Lowe’s stores team up to upgrade local children’s shelter
November 7, 2016
Carolina Youth Development Center’s children have a cozier and brighter living space thanks to a generous contribution of funding and volunteers from five Charleston-area Lowe’s Home Improvement stores. Twenty Lowe’s…
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Local faith leaders take steps to build safe sanctuaries
November 7, 2016
Sexual Trauma Services of the Midlands and area faith leaders fight to end sexual violence in our community and make sure that every survivor receives support and care. Midlands pastors…
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Public Service Announcement
November 7, 2016
The Benedict-Allen CDC is currently recruiting participants for their YouthBuild Columbia Program. Eligible applicants must be between the ages of 16-24, reside in Richland or Lexington Counties, have not earned…
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Columbia group lends support to two local nonprofits after Hurricane Matthew
November 3, 2016A group of Midlands organizations collected and donated much-needed supplies to two Columbia-based charities after recent evacuations, flooding, and weather damage disrupted the lives of many people and animals in…
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Tenth Annual Every Senior Counts luncheon raises funds and awareness for local seniors in need
November 3, 2016
Nearly 300 friends and supporters of Senior Resources “stepped up to the plate” at Spirit Communications Park for the 10th Annual Every Senior Counts fundraiser luncheon. With the Columbia Fireflies…
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Habitat Greenwood relocates ReStore to Uptown neighborhood
November 3, 2016On Wednesday, Greenwood Area Habitat for Humanity opened the doors of their newly relocated ReStore in Greenwood’s Uptown neighborhood, bringing Habitat’s daily operations closer to the communities they serve. The…
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Habitat Greenwood relocates ReStore to Uptown neighborhood
November 3, 2016On Wednesday, Greenwood Area Habitat for Humanity opened the doors of their newly relocated ReStore in Greenwood’s Uptown neighborhood, bringing Habitat’s daily operations closer to the communities they serve. The…
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World AIDS Day shines lights on HIV/AIDS in Charleston, urges awareness
November 2, 2016
Each year on Dec. 1, people all around the globe pause to remember the lives lost to the AIDS epidemic. Locally, AIDS service organizations will do that – and much…
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South Carolina Great Friend to Kids Award sponsored by Aflac, to be presented at EdVenture’s FROST Gala
November 2, 2016
Gregg and Peggy Nibert to be Honored in January EdVenture will honor South Carolinians Gregg and Peggy Nibert as recipients of the South Carolina Great Friend to Kids Award at…
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Palmetto Health Foundation announces new board members
November 2, 2016
Palmetto Health Foundation announced the following new board members. Palmetto Health Foundation Board Dee Bennett, Community Volunteer Eleanor Clark, B & E Enterprises Dan D’Alberto, Gray Fox Strategic Ben…
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Ray Tanner Foundation launches new website
November 2, 2016
The Ray Tanner Foundation launched its new website Wednesday, Nov. 2, 2016. In addition, Karen Tanner announced the foundation’s new spring event, which rounds out the four-pronged approach to serving…
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400 Chili Cook-Off tickets given to military families
November 2, 2016
Ceremony at Military Memorial on Old Navy Base happening Friday Thanks to the generosity of eight sponsors, Charleston Animal Society will give 400 Chili Cook-off & Oyster Roast tickets to…
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Tri-County Cradle to Career Collaborative adds to board of directors and staff
November 2, 2016
SC Boeing VP to join movement ensuring all Lowcountry students graduate ready for college or career Tri-County Cradle to Career Collaborative (TCCC), an organization dedicated to improving educational outcomes for…
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ECCO Executive Director Jack Little to step down after 11 years at the helm
November 1, 2016
After successfully leading East Cooper Community Outreach (ECCO) in Mount Pleasant for the last 11 years, Executive Director Jack Little has announced that he will be stepping down from his…
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Glasspro sponsoring A Concert for Heroes to benefit the American Red Cross
November 1, 2016As they celebrate their 21st anniversary, Glasspro is recognizing the 100 years of service that the American Red Cross has provided to the Lowcountry by hosting A Concert for Heroes.…
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Glasspro sponsoring A Concert for Heroes to benefit the American Red Cross
November 1, 2016
As they celebrate their 21st anniversary, Glasspro is recognizing the 100 years of service that the American Red Cross has provided to the Lowcountry by hosting A Concert for Heroes.…
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Clemson and USC kick-off Palmetto Series Food Drive to benefit Harvest Hope and Golden Harvest
October 31, 2016
The University of South Carolina and Clemson University launched the Certified SC Grown Palmetto Series Food Drive in a coordinated effort to benefit Harvest Hope Food Bank and Golden Harvest…
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Clemson and USC kick-off Palmetto Series Food Drive to benefit Harvest Hope and Golden Harvest
October 31, 2016
The University of South Carolina and Clemson University launched the Certified SC Grown Palmetto Series Food Drive in a coordinated effort to benefit Harvest Hope Food Bank and Golden Harvest…
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Ronald McDonald House of Charleston will receive Five Star treatment during its ninth annual ‘Five Star Day’
October 31, 2016
Courtesy of Forbes Five Star Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort For the ninth consecutive year, The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort will bring the season of giving to…
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Second annual Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Beach Walk set for November 5
October 30, 2016
Vacation Myrtle Beach resort group teams with American Cancer Society for the event The Vacation Myrtle Beach resort group is in its second year in a partnership with the American…
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TD Charitable Foundation supports Hope Center for Children with donation
October 30, 2016
The TD Charitable Foundation, the charitable giving arm of TD Bank, America’s Most Convenient Bank®, recently donated a total of $5,500 to Hope Center for Children as part of the…
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Soup Day nets $33,000 to feed the needy
October 30, 2016
Carolina Clay Artists will give TOTAL Ministries $33,000 as the result of the 2016 Hub City Empty Bowls project. “I can’t tell you what this means to TOTAL Ministries,” the…
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2016 Workforce Development Salute honors major supporters
October 30, 2016
Honorees Recognized For Gifts Totaling More than $1 Million to Greenville Tech Foundation Greenville Tech Foundation hosted the 2016 Workforce Development Salute and honored local leaders for their significant support…
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One Columbia announces 2016 recipient of Morrison Visionary Award
October 27, 2016
One Columbia for Arts and History announced Mr. Terrance Henderson, theatre and dance artist and arts educator, as the recipient of the 2016 Stephen G. Morrison Visionary Award. The award…
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TD Charitable Foundation supports the Urban League of the Upstate with donation
October 26, 2016
The TD Charitable Foundation, the charitable giving arm of TD Bank, America’s Most Convenient Bank®, recently donated a total of $10,000 to the Urban League of the Upstate as part…
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City announces Purple Partnership during Domestic Violence Awareness Month
October 26, 2016
The City has announced a “Purple Partnership” in observance of Domestic Violence Awareness Month. During the City Council meeting, held on October, 18th, Mayor Pro Tempore Tameika Isaac Devine acknowledged…
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Lowcountry Autism Foundation to host Charleston Golf Carts Oysters for Autism at Bowens Island
October 26, 2016
The Lowcountry Autism Foundation is set to shuck some hot steamy oysters for a cause at their third annual event at Bowens Island Restaurant, www.bowensislandrestaurant.com on Sunday, November 13th from…
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Halloween gets wet in annual underwater pumpkin carving competition
October 26, 2016
Divers from the South Carolina Aquarium Carve Intricate Designs into Pumpkins . Carving pumpkins on dry land is hard enough, carving a pumpkin 30 feet underwater with sharks swimming around…
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$613,000 in proceeds raised at 26th Walk for Life and NEW Famously Hot Pink Half Marathon + 5K, 10K
October 26, 2016
Proceeds stay in our community at Palmetto Health Breast Center On Saturday, Oct. 22, more than 7,000 walkers and runners filled Spirit Communications Park at the 26th Walk for Life and inaugural…
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Historic Columbia’s Remembering Columbia series returns to explore the capital city’s military history
October 26, 2016
Series offers an in-depth look at Columbia’s ties to the nation’s military legacy . Historic Columbia’s Remembering Columbia series returns in November for a three-part installment that will provide an insider’s look…
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12th Annual pottery, art, and bake sale at Central United Methodist
October 25, 2016
Women potters, bakers, cooks, and artists will hold their 12th annual sale at Central United Methodist Church in downtown Spartanburg Saturday, Nov. 5, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. The potters and clay artists…
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Putting for Palmetto Place Children’s Shelter
October 24, 2016
Palmetto Place Children’s Shelter hosted Putting for Palmetto Place, their annual golf tournament on Monday October 17 at The Windermere Club. The tournament raised $22,662 for abused, neglected and abandoned…
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Salvation Army needs volunteers for Christmas assistance registration
October 24, 2016
The Salvation Army is asking volunteers to sign up as soon as possible through our Volunteer First registration website to assist with Christmas Registration Days for local families in need.…
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Shellhorse appointed NMTC project manager at Greenville New Markets Opportunity II, LLC
October 24, 2016
Greenville New Markets Opportunity II (GNMO II), a Community Development Entity (CDE) managed by Tax Advantage Group and Greenville Local Development Corporation in Greenville, S.C., has hired Doris B. Shellhorseas…
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Foundation awards $567,600 in grants
October 24, 2016
The Mary Black Foundation announced today that it awarded $567,660 in grants to 18 nonprofit organizations serving Spartanburg County. The announcement of the fall grants brings the total grants paid in…
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Humane Society receives grant from Petco Foundation for its Mobile Spay/Neuter Clinic
October 24, 2016
The Humane Society of South Carolina is excited to announce it has received a generous $20,000 grant from the Petco Foundation for its Fido FixersMobile Spay Neuter Clinic. With this…
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Engineered Systems raises walls on Habitat for Humanity home
October 24, 2016
On Thursday, Habitat for Humanity of Greenville County raised the walls of the Wilson family home with their newest build partner, Engineered Systems. This is the first home that Habitat…
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Engineered Systems raises walls on Habitat for Humanity home
October 24, 2016
On Thursday, Habitat for Humanity of Greenville County raised the walls of the Wilson family home with their newest build partner, Engineered Systems. This is the first home that Habitat…
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Foster children to get “Journey Bags”
October 23, 2016Some children in foster care will get some needed items thanks to a donation. The Forgotten Initiative – part of Lifesong for Orphan, delivered “Journey Bags” to SAFY (Specialized Alternatives…
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City of Cayce hosting Blood Cancer Benefit for Cayce Fire Marshal’s wife
October 23, 2016The City of Cayce’s Department of Public Safety and Mr. Randy Tuten from the City of Cayce are hosting a Blood Cancer Benefit for Nancy-Lynn Mueller, the wife of Cayce…
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Bank of America marks flood anniversary with ongoing flood donations during “Rebuild Blitz” volunteer event
October 20, 2016
Today, Kim Wilkerson, President of Bank of America in Columbia and SC, announced a new round of financial support to United Way of the Midlands, Central South Carolina Habitat for…
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Philanthropist returns to Greenville to explore collaboration with nonprofit leaders at Shine the Light
October 20, 2016
DNA Creative Communications (DNA), in partnership with the Community Foundation of Greenville, the United Way of Greenville County and the Hollingsworth Funds, announces the fourth and final part of its…
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Philanthropist returns to Greenville to explore collaboration with nonprofit leaders at Shine the Light
October 20, 2016
DNA Creative Communications (DNA), in partnership with the Community Foundation of Greenville, the United Way of Greenville County and the Hollingsworth Funds, announces the fourth and final part of its…
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20 Marion County dogs caught in flooding evacuated to Charleston
October 19, 2016
Charleston Animal Society is helping to evacuate 20 dogs caught in the flooding that’s engulfed the Pee Dee region of South Carolina in the aftermath of Hurricane Matthew. The dogs…
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Sonesta makes a big pink splash this October with “Think Pink” to raise awareness and funds for Breast Cancer Awareness month
October 19, 2016
Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island goes pink this October in support of Breast Cancer Awareness month as part of its “Think Pink” campaign. In addition to literally turning pink –…
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