Habitat to dedicate 330th home in Greenville County
October 14, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Habitat for Humanity of Greenville County has reached a milestone – completion of the 330th home built by the organization and its community partners. The home will…
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S.C. Chamber announces 2015 Public Servant of the Year
October 14, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Chamber is proud to announce as its 2015 Public Servant of the Year. Governor Haley will be awarded on November 12, 2015 at the…
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Alzheimer’s Association South Carolina Chapter names Taylor Wilson as new Director of Communications & Advocacy
October 14, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – The Alzheimer’s Association South Carolina Chapter has added a new face to its team, S. Taylor Wilson, Director of Communications and Advocacy. Ms. Wilson hails from West…
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Habitat to dedicate 330th home in Greenville County
October 14, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Habitat for Humanity of Greenville County has reached a milestone – completion of the 330th home built by the organization and its community partners. The home will…
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Local partners to host workshop “The Economic Benefits of Conservation and Open Space”
October 13, 2015
Spartanburg, SC – The value of open space – often discussed in relation to its environmental and quality-of-life benefits – will be explored in economic terms at an upcoming public…
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Verizon calls on South Carolinians to reverse ‘shameful’ rate of deadly violence against women
October 13, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – South Carolina has the nation’s highest rate of men killing women than any other state in the nation, a rate more than twice the national average, according to a…
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United Way of Midlands receives $100,000 from BB&T for flood relief efforts
October 13, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – BB&T today presented United Way of the Midlands with a gift of $100,000 to support its relief efforts resulting from the devastating rain and resulting floods affecting…
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EdVenture serves the community and opens for normal hours
October 13, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC- EdVenture Children’s Museum is proud to stand strong with South Carolina as the community recovers from the devastating flood. “During this crisis, children can be upset and asking…
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EdVenture serves the community and opens for normal hours
October 13, 2015
Museum Provides Free Admission to First Responders and Their Families COLUMBIA, SC – EdVenture Children’s Museum is proud to stand strong with South Carolina as the community recovers from…
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Olde English District forum set for November 20 in Lancaster, SC
October 12, 2015
LANCASTER, SC – Native American Studies Center and See Lancaster, SC will host the Olde English District Forum from 1:30 – 3pm on November 20th at the Native American Studies Center,…
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Magnolia Gardens joins plant monitoring network
October 12, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC -Magnolia Plantation and Gardens, a steward of the land for three centuries, has joined with other environmentally conscious gardens to monitor threats harmful insects and diseases pose to…
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Chase After a Cure donates $120,000 to MUSC for childhood cancer research
October 12, 2015
SUMMERVILLE, SC – Celebrating the end of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month in September, local nonprofit Chase After a Cure made its annual donation to the Medical University of South Carolina…
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Time Warner Cable partners with The American Red Cross to aid flooding victims In South Carolina
October 12, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Time Warner Cable announced today a donation of $50,000 in cash and $250,000 in local media to support the American Red Cross recovery efforts following historic flooding…
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Two local women to be honored by Girl Scouts of South Carolina – Mountains to Midlands
October 12, 2015
SPARTANBURG, SC – The Girl Scouts of South Carolina – Mountains to Midlands has announced the names of the two women to be recognized at its third annual Boots &…
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Liberty Fellowship announces new Executive Director and enhancements to its seminar program
October 12, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Liberty Fellowship announced Luanne Runge has been named Executive Director. A Fellow from the Class of 2009, Runge joined Liberty Fellowship in 2014 as Associate Executive Director.…
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Eight local bands announced for BreastFest Greenville, a music festival at Quest Brewing Company, supporting breast cancer patients at GHS
October 12, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC — BreastFest Greenville, the flagship fundraising event for the Tyanna Foundation – Greenville Chapter, will feature eight Upstate bands at its inaugural event at Quest Brewing Company (55…
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Travis Babb joins GCM
October 12, 2015
GREER, SC – Travis Babb of Greenville has joined Greer Community Ministries as the new development director. Babb has over 25 years of experience as a financial consultant with a…
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Michelin’s annual charity golf tournament raises record $682,000 for eight local charities
October 12, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Michelin North America today announced that it raised a record $682,000 from its annual charity golf tournament. The event, which is held every October at golf courses in…
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The Rusty Rudder Oktoberfest taking donations for SC flood victims this Saturday
October 7, 2015
MOUNT PLEASANT, SC – In wake of the recent and ongoing South Carolina storm devastation and deadly flooding, TheRusty Rudder Mount Pleasant, located at 3562 N. Hwy 17, is spreading…
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Fall for Greenville to accept donations for flood relief efforts
October 7, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Beginning at the pre-event concert Thursday night, and continuing throughout the weekend, Fall for Greenville festival-goers will have an opportunity to support flood victims in the Midlands and…
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Ten at the Top reaches 500 regional engagements
October 7, 2015
UPSTATE, SC – Ten at the Top (TATT), an organization created to foster collaboration, partnerships and strategic planning across the Upstate, recently conducted the 500th regional engagement (presentations, forums, meetings, surveys)…
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SCAM ALERT: Avoid fraudulent charities looking to profit off flood
October 7, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – In response to the devastation of the recent flood, many South Carolinians are searching for ways to help victims. The SC Department of Consumer Affairs and Secretary of…
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The Salvation Army of the Midlands serves 2,500 meals to First Responders and Flood Survivors
October 7, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – The Salvation Army of the Midlands was here long before the storms and we will stay here to serve our community. As of today we have served…
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Wells Fargo announces $300,000 donation to Red Cross to aid flood relief efforts
October 7, 2015SAN FRANCISCO, CA – Wells Fargo & Company (NYSE: WFC) announced today that it is making a donation of $300,000 to the American Red Cross to support disaster relief efforts in…
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Historic Columbia offers free consultation for the preservation of flood-damaged Items
October 7, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC— In response to the recent flooding catastrophe, Historic Columbia’s Department of Cultural Resources staff is offering free consultation services for basic preservation of damaged items (paintings, family photos,…
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TD donates $100,000 to aid flood relief efforts
October 7, 2015TD Bank and the TD Charitable Foundation today donated $75,000 to the American Red Cross and $25,000 to a local food bank to assist with flood relief efforts in South…
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United Way of Greenville County contributes $100,000 to Flood Disaster Recovery
October 7, 2015
Columbia, SC — United Way of Greenville County is contributing $100,000 on behalf of its donors to support flood recovery efforts around the state. The executive committee of United Way…
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Harvest Hope Food Bank is Having a Drive Thru Emergency Food Pantry Service Thursday Oct. 8th
October 7, 2015
Harvest Hope Food Bank is providing a Drive Thru Emergency Food Pantry Service on Thursday at our Shop Rd. and Lexington locations. “With the continued aid relief for the Carolinas,…
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Food Drive Request and Updated Request List
October 7, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Harvest Hope Food Bank is providing an immediate response to the devastating floods. Harvest Hope Food Bank is in need of nonperishable food items to provide relief…
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National Flood Relief Fund for S.C. Midlands organizations established by Central Carolina Community Foundation
October 7, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Deadly, record-smashing rainfall has caused massive flooding across the eleven Midlands counties served by Central Carolina Community Foundation in Columbia, S.C. In response, the Foundation has established a…
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Baptist Disaster Relief announces assistance for flood damaged homes
October 7, 2015CONWAY, SC – Baptist Disaster Relief has announced assistance for homeowners whose properties were damaged by flood waters. The assistance is without charge and is open to all Horry County property…
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National Flood Relief Fund for S.C. Midlands organizations established by Central Carolina Community Foundation
October 7, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Deadly, record-smashing rainfall has caused massive flooding across the eleven Midlands counties served by Central Carolina Community Foundation in Columbia, S.C. In response, the Foundation has established a…
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Girl Scouts collecting supplies for flood-affected members
October 6, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – The Girl Scouts of South Carolina – Mountains to Midlands Council is asking the public to help with its effort to provide relief from the devastation and…
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Cleveland Park Playground community build is two weeks away
October 6, 2015
SPARTANBURG, SC – We Need Your Help! In just TWO weeks, there will be a 6-day opportunity for you to help build the new Cleveland Park Playground. The park will…
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SBA offers disaster assistance to residents of South Carolina affected by severe storms and flooding
October 6, 2015
WASHINGTON, DC – The U.S. Small Business Administration’s Administrator Maria Contreras-Sweet issued the following statement after the announcement of the Presidential disaster declaration for several counties in South Carolina affected by…
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Working together. Carrying on.
October 6, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – The sun is beginning to shine on South Carolina, but the needs of those affected by the flood are still great. Like many of you, Todd & Moore is…
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Continued Monetary Support and Food Drives Needed
October 6, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Harvest Hope Food Bank Is Requesting Continued Help From The Community by Hosting Food Drives and Monetary Donations Are Needed. (South Carolina) Harvest Hope Food Bank is…
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Rebuild Upstate hosting free business networking event
October 6, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Rebuild Upstate is inviting business leaders to a free morning networking event later this month. WakeUp with Rebuild will be held Tuesday, October 20 from 7:30 a.m.…
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Rebuild Upstate hosting free business networking event
October 6, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Rebuild Upstate is inviting business leaders to a free morning networking event later this month. WakeUp with Rebuild will be held Tuesday, October 20 from 7:30 a.m.…
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Greenville Area Parkinson Society hires Executive Director
October 5, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – The Greenville Area Parkinson Society (GAPS) recently hired Tim Bishop as executive director. His role includes having overall strategic and operational responsibility for programs, funding and execution…
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Central Carolina Community Foundation accepting financial donations to support flood relief efforts
October 5, 2015COLUMBIA, SC- Central Carolina Community Foundation is accepting financial donations to support organizations that are and will be responding to the needs of flood victims in the Midlands via its website…
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Nonprofit Leaders and Board Members Gather at Shine the Light Forum
October 5, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – DNA Creative Communications (DNA), in partnership with Community Foundation of Greenville, United Way of Greenville County and Hollingsworth Funds, hosted “Leading with an Exceptional Board: Moving from…
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Southern Fried young entrepreneurs headed to NYC to work their magic
October 5, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – Two lowcountry young entrepreneurs get their chance to pitch their business plans in a Shark Tank like setting competing for the grand prize of $35,000 next week.…
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Nonprofit Leaders and Board Members Gather at Shine the Light Forum
October 5, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – DNA Creative Communications (DNA), in partnership with Community Foundation of Greenville, United Way of Greenville County and Hollingsworth Funds, hosted “Leading with an Exceptional Board: Moving from…
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EdVenture Children’s Museum presents ‘Be A Boss’ Youth Summit museum teaches leadership skills and self-confidence to over 200 students
October 4, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – EdVenture Children’s Museum is pleased to announce the BeABoss Youth Summit on Monday, Oct. 5, 2015 from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Brookland Banquet and Conference…
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Nonprofit leaders and board members gather at Shine the Light Forum
October 4, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC — DNA Creative Communications (DNA), in partnership with Community Foundation of Greenville, United Way of Greenville County and Hollingsworth Funds, hosted “Leading with an Exceptional Board: Moving from…
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Heritage Classic Foundation names new board members
October 1, 2015
HILTON HEAD ISLAND, SC – The Heritage Classic Foundation has elected two new members to the Board, which oversees the operations and charitable giving of the PGA TOUR’s RBC Heritage…
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The 23rd annual writing contest for young readers
October 1, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Young readers in grades 4-12 are invited to write a personal letter to an author for the Letters about Literature (LAL) contest, a national reading and writing promotion…
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DSS Employee to be recognized as an Angel in Adoption
September 30, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Department of Social Services (SCDSS) has announced The Congressional Coalition on Adoption Institute (CCAI) will honor DSS employee Portia Hawkins as an Angel in…
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The 6th Annual Charleston Jazz Jam
September 30, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – The 6th Annual Charleston Jazz Jam “Hand in Hand” – A Tribute to the Mother Emanuel AME Church Family, will be held from 5pm to 9pm, Sunday,…
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