Ten at The Top Creates Regional Bus Day Trips: Heading to Greenwood on March 12th
February 25, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – In 2015 Ten at the Top is continuing efforts to bring together leaders and residents from across the Upstate by creating the “Upstate Bus Tour… Getting to…
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389 Animals Scheduled for Spay-Neuter Procedures
February 25, 2015
Event Sets Lowcountry Record for Single Day Spay-Neuter Registrations CHARLESTON, SC – Charleston Animal Society teamed up with Kia Country of Charleston to get pets spayed or neutered on World Spay Day, …
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New Data Shows S.C. Child Poverty Rate Nearly Cut in Half by Safety Net Programs and Tax Policies
February 25, 2015
Children’s Trust Urges Policy Makers to Adopt Updated Poverty Measure CHARLESTON, SC – A report released today urges policy makers to permanently adopt an updated poverty measure – the Supplemental…
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Upstate Forever Honors Conservation Champions
February 25, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – Upstate Forever’s ForeverGreen Awards Luncheon today honored eight conservation champions for significant achievements in the fields of land conservation, clean water, clean air, sustainable development, recycling, public…
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March of Dimes Awards More than $250,000 to Grantees across the State
February 25, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Chapter of the March of Dimes has awarded more than $250,000 in eight community grants for projects focused on improving the health of mothers…
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Charleston Match to Marrow 5K- supporting patients in need of a bone marrow transplant
February 25, 2015Be The Match will host the 2nd Annual Charleston Match to Marrow 5K. This 5K walk/run unites communities across the Lowcountry of South Carolina in support of helping patients in need…
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Hootie & the Blowfish Foundation Accepting Grant Proposals
February 25, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – – The Hootie & the Blowfish Foundation is now accepting grant proposals for 2015. The foundation, established in 2000, benefits children of South Carolina through education and music…
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Hootie & the Blowfish Foundation Accepting Grant Proposals
February 25, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – – The Hootie & the Blowfish Foundation is now accepting grant proposals for 2015. The foundation, established in 2000, benefits children of South Carolina through education and music…
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Greenville business leaders help Habitat for Humanity
February 25, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – A group of 17 business leaders came together Wednesday morning to kick-off the third annual Habitat for Humanity of Greenville County’s 2015 CEO Build. The concept for…
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Charleston Match to Marrow 5K- supporting patients in need of a bone marrow transplant
February 25, 2015Be The Match will host the 2nd Annual Charleston Match to Marrow 5K. This 5K walk/run unites communities across the Lowcountry of South Carolina in support of helping patients in need…
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Judy Davis Recognized as the Midlands’ Leading Philanthropist in 2014
February 23, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – United Way of the Midlands will recognize Judy Davis as the 2014 Humanitarian of the Year Award recipient at United Way’s annual Humanitarian of the Year Dinner and…
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Sexual Trauma Services of the Midlands Announces Promotion and New Hires
February 23, 2015COLUMBIA, SC — Sexual Trauma Services of the Midlands is proud to announce a promotion and the hiring of three new staff members. Mary Dell Hayes has been promoted to…
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Holy Cross Pumpkin Patch distributes $33,350 in proceeds
February 20, 2015SIMPSONVILLE, SC –Holy Cross Episcopal Church will distribute a total of $33,350 among 11 local charities as proceeds from the 2014 pumpkin patch. This donation marks a 50% increase in…
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YMCA of Columbia is Ready to Help Adults Prevent Diabetes
February 20, 2015The YMCA of Columbia is now offering the YMCA’s Diabetes Prevention Program to help adults make lifestyle changes that will improve their overall health and reduce their chance of developing…
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Senior volunteers and local students to present inter-generational Black History Month program
February 19, 2015COLUMBIA, SC. Senior Resources is collaborating with Burton Pack Elementary School to present an inter-generational program commemorating Martin Luther King Jr.’s birthday and Black History Month. On February 23, 2015,…
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Children’s Hospital rolls out largest fundraising effort in history
February 18, 2015Darius and Beth Rucker ask community to join in effort to build new hospital CHARLESTON, SC – During the 5th Darius Rucker Big Band Concert Feb. 17, Rucker announced a…
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Women in Philanthropy honored with TWIN Award
February 18, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Women in Philanthropy was honored with the TWIN Award by the Palmetto Center for Women. The TWIN Awards are a distinguished honor presented to women whose outstanding…
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10 Winter Safety Tips from the American Red Cross
February 17, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – The American Red Cross is urging people to take 10 simple steps to stay safe as frigid air and wintery conditions move into South Carolina. “Although winter weather can…
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Lourie Center Receives National Honor for Innovative Program
February 17, 2015Award Highlights Outstanding Program for Columbia Seniors Columbia, SC – The Isadore E. Lourie Senior Center (Lourie Center) in Columbia, SC was recently recognized by the National Council on…
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Friends of the Greenville Zoo adds Richard to board
February 17, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – The Friends of the Greenville Zoo has added David Richard as the newest board member. Richard, a vice president at Resurgent Capital Services, has resided in Greenville…
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IT-oLogy Receives Commerce Innovation Grant Funding
February 17, 2015Successful CyberSaturday program to expand statewide COLUMBIA, SC – IT-oLogy is pleased to announce that it has received $100,000 from the South Carolina Innovation Challenge. The funding has been awarded…
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United Way to recognize 2015 South Carolina Common Good Award recipients
February 17, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – The United Way Association of South Carolina will recognize 6 state legislators for their commitment to the common good at a reception in Columbia tonight. Recipients of…
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10 Winter Safety Tips from the American Red Cross
February 16, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – The American Red Cross is urging people to take 10 simple steps to stay safe as frigid air and wintery conditions move into South Carolina. “Although winter weather can…
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Greenville Zoo Announces Future Plans for Exhibits: Zoo to reopen after two weeks of renovations
February 16, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – The Greenville Zoo announced today its plans to unveil a redesigned South American Aviary Exhibit on Saturday and renovate the former Elephant Exhibit into a new South…
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Girl Scouts Begin Selling Cookies at Local Retailers on February 20
February 16, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Girl Scouts throughout the Upstate are offering cookies for sale at various local retailers beginning Friday, February 20. For those who missed the door-to-door sales during the…
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Public Registration Opens Today for 40th Anniversary of the Assaults
February 16, 2015
SPARTANBURG, SC – Is this the year you conquer Mt. Mitchell, by bike? Today, registration opens to the public for one of the Southeast’s most challenging and well-known uphill rides:…
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USC Coach Dawn Staley to Start Senior Resources’ 2015 March For Meals 5K Run & Walk
February 14, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Lace up your running shoes and join us February 21, 2015, for the 2015 March for Meals 5K – The Wild Run! We are excited that USC…
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Governor Haley Proclaims February 8 Through 14 Rotary Has Heart Week
February 13, 2015
Local Rotary Clubs Engage With Harvest Hope for Giving Projects Governor Nikki R. Haley has proclaimed the week of February 8 through February 14 as Rotary Has Heart Week…
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A Matchmaker for Philanthropy
February 13, 2015By JoAnn Turnquist What do Match.com, eHarmony and Central Carolina Community Foundation have in common? The answer? We are all dating sites. Yes, believe it or not, Central Carolina Community Foundation has been a matchmaker…
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Tri-County Tech becomes first school to award a VSF scholarship
February 12, 2015
PENDLETON, SC – An Anderson man is the first recipient of a Veterans Scholarship Forever scholarship. Chris Tellier joined the U.S. Marine Corps in 1996 – two weeks after his…
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Tri-County Tech becomes first school to award a VSF scholarship
February 12, 2015
PENDLETON, SC – An Anderson man is the first recipient of a Veterans Scholarship Forever scholarship. Chris Tellier joined the U.S. Marine Corps in 1996 – two weeks after his…
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Brad Wyche, Founder and Executive Director, Upstate Forever
February 11, 2015UpstateBizSC: Talk about your professional journey leading up to the formation of Upstate Forever. Brad Wyche: I’m a native of Greenville and other than going to school and working one…
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Lake Carolina Gives $17,000 to Charity
February 11, 2015Lake Carolina 2014 Events Raise $17,000 for Children’s Charities of the Midlands COLUMBIA, SC – Lake Carolina’s annual Polar Bear Plunge, Oyster Roast and Wine & Food Festival events raised money for…
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Upstate Public School Leaders to Meet Thursday
February 10, 2015UPSTATE, SC – More than 80 school board members and district superintendents from across the Upstate region are expected to participate in the first-ever Upstate School Boards & Superintendents Meeting,…
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YMCA of Columbia Launches 2015 Annual Campaign to Support Community Needs
February 10, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – The YMCA of Columbia has launched its annual campaign to ensure that everyone in the Midlands has access to vital community programs and resources that support youth development,…
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Koyo Corporation in Blythewood Raises over $20,000 for United Way to Improve the Quality of Life in the Midlands
February 10, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Koyo Corporation has raised $20,683 for United Way of the Midlands to support their work in education, financial stability and health. “Koyo is committed to being a great…
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Greenville Area Parkinson Society Announces Board President
February 10, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – The Greenville Area Parkinson Society (GAPS), a Greenville based nonprofit organization, announces that Derek Stapleton has accepted the role of Board President for the 2015-2016 term. For…
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Habitat for Humanity receives South Carolina Nonprofit Excellence Award
February 10, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Habitat for Humanity of Greenville County received the 2015 Nonprofit Excellence Award, given annually by the SC Association of Nonprofit Organizations (SCANPO). The Nonprofit Excellence Award recognizes…
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Habitat for Humanity receives South Carolina Nonprofit Excellence Award
February 10, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Habitat for Humanity of Greenville County received the 2015 Nonprofit Excellence Award, given annually by the SC Association of Nonprofit Organizations (SCANPO). The Nonprofit Excellence Award recognizes…
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Charleston Radio Stations, WEZL and Y102.5, Raise $192,000 to Benefit MUSC Children’s Hospital
February 9, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – MUSC Children’s Hospital, one of the top children’s hospitals in the country, partnered with two Lowcountry radio stations, 103.5 WEZL and Y102.5, for the seventh annual “Cares for Kids” Radiothon, sponsored…
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More than 150 Sea Turtles Released as South Carolina Aquarium Celebrates 15th Anniversary
February 9, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – It has been a busy 15 years for the South Carolina Aquarium Sea Turtle Rescue Program; tomorrow marks the 151st sea turtle to be released by the Aquarium’s cornerstone conservation…
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Inaugural Class of Women’s Leadership Institute Gets Started on Furman University Campus
February 9, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – Furman University’s Center for Corporate and Professional Development has announced that the inaugural class of the Women’s Leadership Institute is off to a highly successful start after…
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Share Your Heart this Valentine’s Day with a Child Battling Cancer
February 9, 2015SC – For Valentine’s Day, Camp Happy Days will give every child battling cancer in each of South Carolina’s Children’s Hospital’s a special hand delivered Valentine’s Day present. A gift…
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Nika White joins the Furman University Women’s Leadership Institute’s Inaugural Class
February 9, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Nika White, the Greenville Chamber’s Vice President of Diversity and Inclusion, has been accepted to participate in Furman University’s Women’s Leadership Institute’s inaugural class. The Women’s Leadership Institute…
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Half Price Admission at EdVenture
February 5, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – South State Bank will host a half-price admission day at EdVenture Children’s Museum on Saturday, February 21. The public will receive half-price admission of $5.75 and children under one…
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Last Call to Magnify the Midlands: Nonprofit Enrollment for Midlands Gives, Presented by Central Carolina Community Foundation, Closes Feb. 15, 2015
February 5, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Nonprofit organizations must register for the second annual Midlands Gives by Feb. 15, 2015 to participate in the 24-hour online giving campaign taking place on May 5, 2015,…
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SCSDB Athletes Celebrating Plans for a New Field House
February 5, 2015SPARTANBURG, SC – Whoo-hoo! The athletes at the SC School for the Deaf and the Blind have something to celebrate! Thanks to the contributions of eight businesses and organizations, the…
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Last Call to Magnify the Midlands: Nonprofit Enrollment for Midlands Gives, Presented by Central Carolina Community Foundation, Closes Feb. 15, 2015
February 5, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Nonprofit organizations must register for the second annual Midlands Gives by Feb. 15, 2015 to participate in the 24-hour online giving campaign taking place on May 5, 2015,…
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STEM Premier Releases First Nation-Wide Ranking Of STEM Students
February 4, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – STEM Premier today announced the first ever national rankings of top science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) high school students. Students from all 50 states with STEM…
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Special Forces Association to help fund GEA Adventurers
February 4, 2015
Retired and former Army Green Berets from S.C. Assist in fighting childhood obesity CAMDEN, SC – The S.C. Chapter of the Special Forces Association presented a check in the amount…
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