Hunger and Homelessness Take Center Stage In Annual Awareness Week
November 19, 2014November 16- 22, 2014 ~ COLUMBIA, SC – National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week is November 16- 22. The week aims to raise greater awareness to the problems of hunger…
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BoosterBeds to hold first fundraiser in Greenville at Wade Hampton High School
November 19, 2014December 6 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. | at Wade Hampton High School, 100 Pine Knoll Drive Wade Hampton High School will be the first Greenville County school…
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Friends of the Greenville Zoo elects vice chair
November 19, 2014GREENVILLE, SC – The Friends of the Greenville Zoo Board has elected Bill West as its vice-chairman. A longtime business and community leader in Greenville, West is the managing partner…
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Important Carbon Monoxide Information
November 18, 2014Extremely cold temperatures are ahead. What you need to know to protect yourself from carbon monoxide poisoning. COLUMBIA, SC – With the onset of winter temperatures the Palmetto Poison Center…
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Jeremy Martin Selected as LRADAC’s Vice President for Treatment and Intervention Services
November 18, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – LRADAC announced the selection of Jeremy Martin as LRADAC’s new Vice President for Treatment and Intervention Services. This position oversees the agency’s wide array of treatment and…
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State Policy Leaders Recommend Solutions to Improve Early Care and Education
November 18, 2014
Comprehensive Early Childhood System for Children Vital to South Carolina’s Future Three statewide organizations – Children’s Trust of South Carolina, the Institute for Child Success and United Way Association of…
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Community Engagement Grants Announced by Central Carolina Community Foundation
November 18, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – In order to promote a more vibrant, compassionate and connected community, Central Carolina Community Foundation , the Midlands expert on philanthropy, is offering Community Engagement grants to nonprofit…
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Ira Reasons Named Chief Administrative Officer of the YMCA of Columbia
November 17, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – The YMCA of Columbia has named Ira Reasons as Chief Administrative Officer. He will oversee the Finance, Risk Management, Human Resources, Property and Information Technology departments. Reasons served…
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Community Engagement Grants Announced by Central Carolina Community Foundation
November 17, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – In order to promote a more vibrant, compassionate and connected community, Central Carolina Community Foundation , the Midlands expert on philanthropy, is offering Community Engagement grants to nonprofit…
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BJA Middle School Donates More Than 13,000 Pounds of Food to Miracle Hill
November 17, 2014
GREENVILLE, SC – Bob Jones Academy middle school students recently held their annual food drive on behalf of Miracle Hill Children’s Home. The week of homeroom competition featured strategy sessions, collaborative…
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South Carolina Secretary of Commerce Bobby Hitt Receives the Welling Award for Regional Collaboration
November 17, 2014
UPSTATE, SC – South Carolina Secretary of Commerce Bobby Hitt has been recognized as the 2014 recipient of the Welling Award for Collaboration, which is presented by Ten at the…
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Center for Developmental Services (CDS) Receives Hollingsworth Grant
November 17, 2014GREENVILLE, SC – The Center for Developmental Services (CDS) is proud to announce the receipt of a $35,000 grant from the Hollingsworth Foundation. This gift will help CDS broaden its…
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Dutch Fork Animal Hospital hosts Noah’s Arks Rescue adoption event Nov 22nd
November 17, 2014November 22, 2014, 11 am – 3 pm ~ IRMO, SC – Noah’s Arks Rescue is a nonprofit canine rescue group that specializes in saving neglected and abused animals. No…
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The Walker Foundation Receives $4,000 Grant From The Dollar General Literacy Foundation To Support Youth Literacy
November 16, 2014SPARTANBURG, SC –Dollar General Literacy Foundation has awarded The Walker Foundation, the fundraising arm of the SC School for the Deaf and the Blind a $4,000 grant to support youth…
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Riley award selection committee named
November 16, 2014CHARLESTON, SC- Elizabeth Colbert Busch, chair of the Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Vision Award, announced the selection committee slated to meet on Thursday, November 20, to decide the inaugural recipient…
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ReWiGo seeking donations for November Yard Sale
November 14, 2014Friday, November 21, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturday, November 22, from 7 a.m. to 12 noon at Bethesda United Methodist Church ReWiGo (Ready, Willing, Going) Ministries…
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Community Celebrates New Resource for Healthy Living at Grand Opening of Monarch Café and Butterfly Foundation’s New Offices
November 14, 2014SPARTANBURG, SC – Hundreds of community leaders and members recently gathered to celebrate the grand opening of a new resource to help families eat well, live healthily and work toward…
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Habitat for Humanity of Greenville to host Thrivent Builds home dedication
November 14, 2014
Sunday, November 16 at 4 p.m. What: Dedication for the Habitat Greenville Thrivent Build Home. The celebration includes a short program, Open House tour, and a reception When: Sunday,…
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The Springs at Simpsonville to add 13 units
November 13, 2014SIMPSONVILLE, SC – The Springs at Simpsonville is undertaking an expansion that will allow it to better serve residents for years to come. Officials with this award-winning senior living community…
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New Carolina Returns to “SC Council on Competitiveness”; Announces New Website
November 12, 2014
COLUMBIA, SC – In the late 1990s and early 2000s, South Carolina’s business leaders began to look for new approaches to the state’s economy. The recruitment of BMW to upstate…
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Darlington Raceway Collects Thousands Of Food Items, Monetary Donations During Second Annual Speed & Feed Event
November 12, 2014All donations to benefit local food bank, The Lord Cares, just in time for the holidays DARLINGTON, SC – With the generosity of its community members, Darlington Raceway collected thousands of…
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After 20 Years, Judges Ruling Shifts the Landscape for Kids
November 12, 2014
COLUMBIA, SC – In response to the South Carolina Supreme Court’s ruling on educational equity today, StudentsFirst South Carolina State Director Regina Hitchcock issued the following statement: “Justice has been…
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The Springs at Simpsonville to add 13 units
November 12, 2014SIMPSONVILLE, SC – The Springs at Simpsonville is undertaking an expansion that will allow it to better serve residents for years to come. Officials with this award-winning senior living community…
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United Way Hires New Director of Education Partnerships and Policy
November 12, 2014
COLUMBIA, SC – United Way of the Midlands is pleased to welcome Callison Rawl Richardson as the new Director of Education Partnerships and Policy. As Director of Education Partnerships and…
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EdVenture Trustee Selected As 2014 National Philanthropy Day Winner
November 12, 2014
Debbie Zvejnieks to Receive Philanthropist of the Year Award COLUMBIA, SC– November 12, 2014– EdVenture Children’s Museum is proud to announce that the Association of Fundraising Professionals has elected Debbie…
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Public, City and Charleston Parks Conservancy ‘Cut the Cord’ to Mark New Wi-Fi Access in Parks
November 11, 2014
CHARLESTON, SC – The public gathered in Hampton Park earlier today for a Wireless Workday in the Park. Hosted by the Charleston Parks Conservancy, “Get Connected” included lunchtime food trucks…
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A Child’s Haven Dedicates New Building and Announces Growth Plans
November 10, 2014GREENVILLE, SC – A Child’s Haven dedicated the Laura Kathleen Dobson Building on the Tunky Riley Campus on Thursday, October 23rd. The event brought together more than 250 supporters, families and…
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Melanie Shull to Speak at Palmetto Center for Women’s Trinity Focus Group Luncheon on Nov. 13, 2014
November 10, 2014Thursday, Nov. 13, 2014 ~ COLUMBIA, SC – Melanie Shull, Founder & Chief Editor of Living Real Magazine, will speak at the Palmetto Center for Women’s (PCW) last Trinity Focus luncheon…
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Girls on the Run of Columbia names new board officers
November 6, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – The Girls on the Run of Columbia board of directors has elected Dr. Tamara Burk of Columbia as its chair for 2014 through 2016. Burk is director…
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EngenuitySC Announces Five Accomplished Speakers for Nov. 19, 2014 Ignite! Celebration
November 6, 2014
Wednesday, Nov. 19, 2014 ~ COLUMBIA, SC – EngenuitySC announces the five keynote speakers for Ignite! 2014, the Midlands’ annual celebration of our region’s economic competitiveness. New media, technology and business…
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Girls on the Run of Columbia names new board officers
November 6, 2014
COLUMBIA, SC – The Girls on the Run of Columbia board of directors has elected Dr. Tamara Burk of Columbia as its chair for 2014 through 2016. Burk is director…
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Hospice of Charleston to Host Public Memorial Service at Mount Pleasant Waterfront Park
November 6, 2014
Sunday, November 9, at 3 p.m. ~ MOUNT PLEASANT, SC – Hospice of Charleston will hold its Day to Remember Memorial to offer a special occasion where the local community can…
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Foundation Honors Bosch with Philanthropist of the Year Award
November 5, 2014
PENDLETON, SC – The Tri-County Technical College Foundation named Robert Bosch LLC in Anderson the 2014 recipient of its Philanthropist of the Year award. This is the Foundation’s highest and…
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City Year Columbia has a new Operations Manager
November 5, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – City Year Columbia has a new Operations Manager. Ms. Kaitlin Nichols joined the City Year Columbia staff on November 3, 2014. Previously, Kaitlin served with City Year…
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Finalists Announced For Elevate Upstate Community Vibrancy Grants
November 5, 2014
UPSTATE, SC – Ten at the Top (TATT), an organization created to foster collaboration, partnerships and strategic planning across the Upstate, has announced the finalists for the 2014 Hughes Investments Elevate…
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City Year Columbia has a new Operations Manager
November 5, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – City Year Columbia has a new Operations Manager. Ms. Kaitlin Nichols joined the City Year Columbia staff on November 3, 2014. Previously, Kaitlin served with City Year…
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EngenuitySC Announces Five Accomplished Speakers for Nov. 19, 2014 Ignite! Celebration
November 5, 2014
Wednesday, Nov. 19, 2014 ~ COLUMBIA, SC – EngenuitySC announces the five keynote speakers for Ignite! 2014, the Midlands’ annual celebration of our region’s economic competitiveness. New media, technology and business…
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Palmetto Trust for Historic Preservation Sells Historic Senn Blacksmith Shop and Grist Mill
November 4, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – The Palmetto Trust for Historic Preservation, a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving and protecting historic structures in South Carolina, has sold the historic Senn Blacksmith Shop and Grist…
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Bank of America continues generous support of Senior Resources with donation to Meals On Wheels
November 4, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – 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 $16,500 donation. The…
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GradNation Community Summit connects Regions’ Education, Business, and Community Leaders
November 4, 2014CHARLESTON, SC – Friday, October 31, 2014, the City of Charleston hosted a regional GradNation Community Summit at the Francis Marion Hotel. The goal was to discuss how the community can…
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EngenuitySC Announces Five Accomplished Speakers for Nov. 19, 2014 Ignite! Celebration
November 3, 2014Wednesday, Nov. 19, 2014, 5:00-8:30 p.m. ~ COLUMBIA, SC – EngenuitySC announces the five keynote speakers for Ignite! 2014, the Midlands’ annual celebration of our region’s economic competitiveness. New media, technology…
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Historic Columbia Welcomes 2014-15 Board of Trustees
November 3, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – Historic Columbia is pleased to announce its 2014-2015 Board of Trustees: President: Bud Kibler, Ellison, Kibler & Associates 1st Vice President: J. Donald Dial, Haynesworth Sinkler Boyd,…
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EngenuitySC Announces Five Accomplished Speakers for Nov. 19, 2014 Ignite! Celebration
November 3, 2014
Wednesday, Nov. 19, 2014, 5:00-8:30 p.m. ~ COLUMBIA, SC – EngenuitySC announces the five keynote speakers for Ignite! 2014, the Midlands’ annual celebration of our region’s economic competitiveness. New media, technology…
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YMCA of Columbia Chief Development Officer Wendy Broderick Recognized as one of “Columbia’s Top 30 Women of Influence” by SESBM
November 2, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – YMCA of Columbia Chief Development Officer Wendy Broderick was recognized at Southeast Small Business Magazine’s 2nd Annual Women of Influence Breakfast on October 31, 2014 as one…
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Carolina One Real Estate Services Recognizes Five Local Nonprofits
November 1, 2014CHARLESTON, SC – Carolina One Real Estate Services (CORE) recognized five local nonprofits last week at its second awards distribution ceremony of 2014. The CORE Charitable Contributions Committee, comprised of…
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Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina Promotes Tamara Peterson to Program Director
October 30, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – The Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina recently announced the development of a Kinship Care Initiative in South Carolina and released a Research Mini-Brief to the…
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Charleston Southern University Nationally Recognized for Volunteer Service
October 30, 2014CHARLESTON, SC – For the fourth consecutive year, Charleston Southern University has been recognized by the President’s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll and the U.S. Department of Education and…
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All Star Pizza Company and Italian Restaurant and SC Lions Foundation Join Together to Give the Gift of Vision and Hearing
October 30, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – Beginning November 1 and running through December 31, 2014, All-Star Pizza Company and Italian Restaurant, located at 2001 Augusta Highway, Lexington, will be partnering with the SC…
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Upstate Corporate Leaders Support the American Heart Association at Annual Executive Breakfast
October 30, 2014
GREENVILLE, SC – Company Leaders from over 30 companies across the Upstate attended the American Heart Association’s annual Executive Breakfast, on October 29, to kick off the 2015 Upstate Heart Walk.…
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American Lung Association Hosts 4th Annual Oxygen Ball: Midlands Dancing with the Stars
October 30, 2014Friday, November 7 from 7-11:30 p.m. | Local Celebrities practice and compete to raise funds and put their best foot forward for ALA The American Lung Association invites you to participate…
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