Central Carolina Community Foundation names Turn90 the 2023 David W. Robinson Catalyst Award winner
December 20, 2023
Central Carolina Community Foundation (CCCF) staff presented Turn90 with the David W. Robinson Catalyst Award at their Columbia office on Dec. 11. On Dec. 15, CCCF Program Officer Trimease Carter…
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Runaway Rewind, Columbia’s original recycled fashion contest, is back
December 20, 2023
Designers transform trash into ready-to-wear fashion for one night only For one night only, the Columbia Design League will bring back its Runaway Runway recycled fashion show on Saturday, January…
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The Northside Development Group announces Bill Barnet to transition from Board of Directors to Emeritus role in 2023
December 20, 2023
The Northside Development Group announces Founding Board Chair, Bill Barnet’s transition from Board of Directors to First Emeritus Board Member. Barnet, who chaired the board from the organization’s founding in…
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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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RoseTree Marketing, a marketing agency for small businesses and associations, opens in Media, PA
December 19, 2023
RoseTree Marketing, a full-service marketing agency that specializes in helping small businesses, associations and non-profit organizations grow and succeed, announced the opening of its new office in Media, PA. RoseTree…
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Rebuild Upstate raises nearly $65,000 for home preservation at inaugural silent auction event
December 19, 2023
GREENVILLE, S.C. – Rebuild Upstate, a local nonprofit dedicated to preserving safe and affordable housing for individuals and families in need, celebrated its wildly successful A Toast to Home event…
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South Carolina Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities Foundation announces Director of Development
December 19, 2023
The South Carolina Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities Foundation in Greenville has hired Jared Martin as Director of Development. Martin will create, implement, and oversee the organization’s development…
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Capital Business Development Association to award 50 cybersecurity program scholarships to Denmark Tech
December 19, 2023
State of South Carolina funding made available with training partner Fusion Cyber Capital Business Development Association’s (CBDA) strategic education partnership with Denmark Technical College continues to expand as they will award…
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AllSouth Federal Credit Union opens new branch on Parklane Road
December 19, 2023
AllSouth Federal Credit Union has opened their new full-service branch located at 8352 Parklane Road near Farrow Road in Columbia. The new location, designed by Studio 2LR and built by…
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Trident United Way announces new Chief Impact Officer
December 19, 2023
Natasha Chatman will join the organization in February 2024 Trident United Way announced the appointment of Natasha Chatman as Chief Impact Officer. Chatman is currently the Chief Operations & Compliance…
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Kids On Point receives $50,000 Power:Ed grant to help serve more North Charleston students
December 19, 2023Kids On Point (KOP), a nonprofit that works year-round with students in under-resourced Charleston neighborhoods to foster life-and career-readiness skills, has been awarded a $50,000 grant from Power:Ed, a philanthropy…
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Florence, SC’s Patrick Riccards named 2023 Excellence in Equity Award winner
December 15, 2023
The American Consortium for Equity in Education has selected 47 education industry companies, products, and leaders as award winners in 25 categories The Driving Force Institute announced that Patrick Riccards…
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United Way of the Midlands names Jim Lehman 2024 Humanitarian of the Year
December 14, 2023
United Way of the Midlands will honor Jim Lehman as the 2024 Humanitarian of the Year award recipient on February 22, 2024, at the Pastides Alumni Center. The Humanitarian of…
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LRADAC announces Mac Caldwell as new Vice President of Clinical Services
December 14, 2023
LRADAC, the designated alcohol and drug abuse authority for Lexington and Richland Counties, announces that Mac Caldwell has been hired as Vice President of Clinical Services. In his new role,…
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Tri County Play Collabroative
December 13, 2023
We are an early childhood partnership between Tri County First Steps local agencies (Berkeley, Charleston, and Dorchester Counties), libraries, and cultural attractions offering parents and caregivers of young children from…
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Family Connection of South Carolina
December 13, 2023
Since 1990, Family Connection of South Carolina has been changing lives by making connections, raising awareness, and promoting inclusion for those with disabilities and chronic healthcare conditions. We offer programs…
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TD SYNNEX Share the Magic distributes $1.3 million to Upstate children’s charities
December 12, 2023
A Child’s Haven, Clement’s Kindness, Make-A-Wish® South Carolina and Pendleton Place receive funding for critical operations TD SYNNEX Share the Magic, a charitable fundraising initiative created by Peter Larocque, President…
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Call for applications: Riggs Partners’ CreateAthon 2024 offers pro bono marketing to nonprofits
December 12, 2023
Riggs Partners will hold its 26th annual CreateAthon event to benefit Midlands- and Upstate-area nonprofits on March 7-8, 2024. CreateAthon is a 24-hour creative marathon during which professionals provide marketing…
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New board members elected, community supporters honored at Senior Resources’ Annual Award Celebration
December 12, 2023
Senior Resources, a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting independent living for seniors in Columbia, celebrated the achievements of the past year, introduced new board members, and honored outstanding community partners…
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Lowcountry leaders selected for Liberty Fellowship Class of 2025
December 12, 2023
Twelve Lowcountry 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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Entrepreneur Minute – Kelsey Carter, Camp Cole
December 12, 2023
The Who’s on the Move, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. We will be highlighting 20 entrepreneurs in each of…
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Midlands leaders selected for Liberty Fellowship Class of 2025
December 12, 2023
Two Midlands 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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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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Origin launches “Home for the Holidays” campaign providing foreclosure counseling & support services for South Carolinians
December 12, 2023
“Origin SC is changing lives and giving hope… and I wouldn’t have been able to do this without your help.” – Ashley D, Former Client Origin SC, a leading state-wide…
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New hospital industrial maintenance youth apprenticeship launching in the Pee Dee thanks to a $25,000 Power:Ed grant to Big Picture Learning
December 11, 2023Big Picture Learning (BPL), has been awarded a $25,000 grant from Power:Ed, the philanthropy of SC Student Loan Corporation, to support the creation of a hospital industrial maintenance youth apprenticeship…
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Tri County Play Collaborative selected to participate in national Nature Everywhere Communities initiative
December 10, 2023
Goal is to increase equitable access to nature The Children & Nature Network, the National League of Cities and KABOOM! have partnered to launch a new initiative designed to increase…
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MTC students, faculty, staff, and alumni Invited to audition for Annual Talent Show
December 8, 2023
Open auditions for the MTC Showoff are set for January 23rd. Students, Faculty, Staff, and Alumni who have a special talent could win $1000 as the “Biggest Showoff.” At open…
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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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YWCA Greater Charleston announces 2024 MLK Celebration keynote speakers
December 8, 2023
Beginning on January 11, 2024, South Carolinians will come together to celebrate Charleston’s 52nd Annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration. Put on by YWCA Greater Charleston each year,…
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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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Santa, Richland County EMS deliver toys to benefit Richland County CASA
December 7, 2023
Community donations will go to children in need ahead of holidays One of the area’s happiest holiday traditions continued Wednesday, as Richland County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) staff delivered toys,…
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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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Homeless No More to hold Holiday Shop for families on December 11th
December 7, 2023
Homeless No More will hold its annual Holiday Shop for the homeless families with children at Family Shelter and St. Lawrence Place on Monday, December 11th. The Holiday Shop gives…
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Columbia Museum of Art ~ January 2024 program calendar
December 6, 2023
Columbia Museum of Art January 2024 Calendar EXHIBITIONS Lee Alexander McQueen & Ann Ray: Rendez-Vous On view through January 21, 2024 Rendez-Vous offers a rare glimpse into the life and…
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LaTonya Fleming joins Fatherhood Center as Program Manager
December 6, 2023
The South Carolina Center for Fathers and Families announced that LaTonya Fleming has been hired as the new Program Manager for Ready 4 Life, an educational program reaching youth in…
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Erin Thompson elected to United Way of Greenville County’s Board of Directors
December 6, 2023
Erin Thompson, vice president of Messer Construction Co., has been elected to United Way of Greenville County’s Board of Directors. “As the local Messer team grows its presence in the…
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SC Economics names new Executive Director
December 6, 2023
The South Carolina Council on Economic Education (dba SC Economics) has appointed Chandler Jordan as its new Executive Director. Chandler, who currently serves as the Program Director for SC Economics,…
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Progress spotlighted at Greenville Housing Fund’s Annual Meeting
December 5, 2023
Even in a year plagued by record high interest rates, Greenville Housing Fund celebrated significant achievements in tackling Greenville’s affordable housing challenges at its 2023 Annual Meeting Tuesday. With several…
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Spartanburg gives nonprofits raise over $70,000 for Giving Tuesday at the 4th Annual Brew Good event
December 5, 2023
Spartanburg Gives hosted the 4th Annual Brew Good for Giving Tuesday event at Fr8yard on November 28th with over 200 community members gathering to support 25+ participating nonprofits, with funky…
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New Preceptor Program for Nurse Practitioners launching in Chester County thanks to a $28,000 grant from Power:Ed to support the Upper Midlands Rural Health Network
December 5, 2023
Goal is for the pilot program to create a successful model that can be replicated in rural communities statewide The Upper Midlands Rural Health Network (UMRHN), has been awarded a…
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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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Dollar General awards $20,000 in Adult Literacy Grants in Greenville County, $100,000 over past decade
December 5, 2023
Dollar General Awards $20,000 in Adult Literacy Grants in Greenville County, $100,000 Over Past Decade Funding helps provide more than 500 adults with basic literacy instruction and career-ready skills The…
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President & CEO of Mary Black Foundation, Molly Talbot-Metz, receives Order of the Palmetto Award
December 5, 2023
Molly Talbot-Metz, president and CEO of the Mary Black Foundation, has been honored with receiving the Order of the Palmetto Award. Talbot-Metz was honored with the award, recognized as the…
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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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Laurens County Community Foundation Announces Grant Recipients
December 1, 2023
The Laurens County Community Foundation (LCCF) is pleased to announce grant awards given to support and benefit the lives of citizens in Laurens County. The LCCF contributes its resources to fund a broad…
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United Ministries of Clinton Receives Donation from Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation
December 1, 2023
Feeding the Hungry grant addresses food insecurity; supports nutrition education. United Ministries of Clinton has received $2,000 from the Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation to help nourish neighbors experiencing hunger.…
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Habitat Greenville Restores celebrating anniversaries this Saturday with savings
November 30, 2023
The two Restores in Greenville will be offering 25% off of all full-priced donated items this Saturday, December 2, as part of their anniversary celebrations. The Restores at 3033 Wade…
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The Nick partners with Brookland Foundation
November 30, 2023
The Nickelodeon is proud to announce a partnership with the Brookland Foundation to bring a food drive to Main Street this holiday season. The Nick will collect non-perishable food items…
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