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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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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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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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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Habitat Greenville wins two statewide awards

  December 4, 2023

Habitat for Humanity of Greenville took home two major honors at the annual SC Best in Business Awards this week. President and CEO Monroe Free won Gold in the Best…

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Meyer Center taps Monica Gibson for director of development role

  November 28, 2023

Gibson brings 15 years of experience in fundraising and stewardship The Meyer Center for Special Children is pleased to welcome Monica Gibson as director of development. With extensive experience in…

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South Carolina Children’s Theatre welcomes two new Board Members

  November 14, 2023

South Carolina Children’s Theatre (SCCT) announced the addition of two dynamic individuals, Karen Dudley-Culbreath and Andrew Shull, to its esteemed Board of Directors. Their extensive experience and commitment to community…

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American Legion Auxiliary Unit 25 Supports Family Promise

  October 27, 2023

American Legion Auxiliary Unit 25, represented by Denise Harter and President Donna King, recently partnered with Family Promise to provide crucial monthly assistance to families in need in Laurens County.…

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Countybank donates $5,000 to First Light

  October 26, 2023

Countybank recently donated $5,000 to First Light. The donation will go toward making interior and exterior facility improvements and helping fund the organization’s programming. First Light, previously known as Foothills…

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Red Cross: Donation appointments critical in coming weeks

  October 26, 2023

Help build back the national blood and platelet supply by giving now As October comes to a close, the American Red Cross urges blood and platelet donors to make and…

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PTC opens The Hope Pantry in Greenwood

  October 26, 2023

This semester, Piedmont Technical College is (quite literally) providing students with food for thought. Officials from the college, the Food Bank of Greenwood County, and the Greenwood Chamber of Commerce…

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United Way of the Piedmont celebrates community gathering

  October 25, 2023

At this year’s annual gathering at Drayton Mills Catering, United Way of the Piedmont (UWP) was pleased to bring together members of our community, from donors and volunteers to community…

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SC Launch Inc. invests in WAVS Custom

  October 17, 2023

South Carolina Research Authority’s investment affiliate, SC Launch Inc., has invested in WAVS Custom. The $200,000 investment will help the Greenville-based startup continue growing its company and explore new markets for…

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