Construction nonprofit Home Works announces addition of two board members
April 1, 2022
South Carolina construction nonprofit Home Works of America announces the addition of two new members to its Board of Directors: -Rev. Jesse Black, Living Waters Christian Center -Rashaun Ford, Dominion…
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From Savior to Survivor
March 31, 2022
By Tom Poland Four relics remind me of how things used to be: fire towers, windmills, chimneys, and silos. I’ve written about fire towers, windmills, and chimneys but never…
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Top Country music artists to headline concert benefiting Berkeley Animal Center
March 31, 2022
May 12 at Credit One Stadium; Enter to Win Two FREE Tickets Top Country music artists Miranda Lambert and Little Big Town, with special guest The Cadillac Three, are partnering…
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YWCA Greater Charleston announces new deputy director and women & youth programs director
March 30, 2022
This month YWCA Greater Charleston promoted Tori Burke-Koskela to deputy director and welcomed Chajuanna (“CJ”) Gathers as its women & youth programs director. Both roles are newly created positions. TORI…
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Dee Norton Child Advocacy Center offers guidance on what parents can do today to help protect their children from abuse
March 29, 2022
Dee Norton Child Advocacy Center is the region’s leading resource to prevent abuse, protect children and heal families. Ahead of Child Abuse Prevention Month in April, Dee Norton is providing…
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YWCA Greater Charleston announces new racial equity program
March 28, 2022
In September 2021, YWCA Greater Charleston invited graduates of its Racial Equity Institute workshops to pilot a new racial equity workshop. Now it has opened the new workshop to the…
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Lowcountry Blessing Box celebrates five years of battling food insecurity
March 28, 2022
The South Carolina Bar is excited to recognize the hard work of Charleston County attorney, Katie Dahlheim, on celebrating five years of battling food insecurity in the South Carolina Lowcountry…
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Charleston Parks Conservancy hosts Picnic in the Parks Birthday Celebration
March 24, 2022
The Charleston Parks Conservancy is celebrating 15 years of connecting people to their parks with Picnic in the Parks: A Birthday Celebration on Sunday, May 1. This festive birthday party…
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Eat a sub, help team South Carolina athletes
March 24, 2022
74 South Carolina Jersey Mike’s Locations Will Donate 100% of Sales to Help Local Athletes Attend the 2022 Special Olympics USA Games What: On Wednesday, March 30, “Day of Giving,” 100…
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Lowcountry Food Bank earns national recertification from AIB International – food safety audit ensures high standards
March 23, 2022
Lowcountry Food Bank announced that it passed stringent food safety inspections this month by the American Institute of Baking International (AIB) at all three of its regional distribution centers in…
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23rd Annual Lowcountry Food Bank Chefs’ Feast raises $440,834 – Photo Gallery
March 22, 2022Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB) held its 23rd annual Chefs’ Feast gala on Sunday, February 27th, 2022 at the Trident Technical College Thornley Campus in North Charleston. The Lowcountry community also participated virtually…
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1772 Foundation announces largest-ever grant to Coastal Community Foundation
March 22, 2022
At its quarterly meeting, trustees of The 1772 Foundation, based in Pomfret, Connecticut, awarded eleven grants totaling $1,996,000. Individual grants ranged in amount from $50,000 to $1,000,000. The million-dollar grant,…
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Health Policy Fellows recognized by the S.C. Institute of Medicine and Public Health
March 22, 2022Members of the South Carolina General Assembly have been recognized as the newest class of Health Policy Fellows by the South Carolina Institute of Medicine and Public Health (IMPH). The…
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Les Dames D’Escoffier Charleston Chapter presents virtual Dame Demo: “FAR EAST MEETS MIDDLE EAST”
March 21, 2022
WHO: The Charleston Chapter of Les Dames D’Escoffier (LDEI), a worldwide philanthropic society of professional women leaders in the fields of food, fine beverage and hospitality, is marrying two cultures…
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Trident United Way honors four Life Directors for years of community service
March 21, 2022
Forever United event highlights 77+ year impact of Trident United Way, its supporters, partners and volunteers Trident United Way is honoring its past while looking to the future by naming…
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Historic Charleston Foundation’s 75 Annual Festival of Houses and Gardens
March 20, 2022
Historic Charleston Foundation’s 75th Festival of Houses and Gardens is now underway until April 9! Since 1947, the Annual Festival of Houses and Gardens has been the Foundation’s largest fundraiser and…
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Central Carolina Community Foundation awards $90,000 to nine local Black-led and Black-benefiting nonprofit organizations
March 17, 2022Central Carolina Community Foundation, the Midlands’ leader in collaborative philanthropy, has awarded $90,000 in unrestricted General Operating Support grants to nine Black-led and Black-benefiting nonprofits in the Midlands. The Community…
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Halls Signature Events partners with Coach Dawn Staley; Launches special pre-race bridge run dinner
March 17, 2022
2022 Cooper River Bridge Run runners have a new way to fuel up before the big race while also helping children in need. This year Halls Signature Events, a sister…
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World’s Best Cat Litter to “Give a Crap” for homeless animals
March 15, 2022
Social Media Campaign benefits Charleston Animal Society’s Celebrity Paws in the Park Presented by Crews Subaru Charleston Animal Society announced today a unique social media partnership with World’s Best Cat…
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Marketing Minute Video: Branding
March 14, 2022
Marketing Minute with Philicia Thompson, NP Strategy In today’s online world, it’s essential to set yourself apart. This week’s video discusses the importance of developing a strong and consistent personal…
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Pattison’s Academy to host annual ride-a-thon fundraising event on March 26
March 11, 2022
Pattison’s Academy, an education and rehabilitation academy supporting Lowcountry children with disabilities and their families, will be hosting its annual Keeping the PACE (KTP) fundraising event on March 26, 2022,…
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Dee Norton Child Advocacy Center offers strategies for communicating with children about ongoing international crisis
March 10, 2022
Dee Norton Child Advocacy Center, the region’s leading resource to prevent abuse, protect children and heal families, is offering suggestions for communicating with children about current international events. Many children…
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Smokefree SC Board of Directors announces call for nominations
March 10, 2022
Smokefree SC, a statewide nonprofit that works to protect the health of all South Carolinians, is seeking experienced nonprofit leaders for several open seats on their Board of Directors for…
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Bridges of Hope
March 10, 2022
Bridges of Hope is a grief support community serving the Tri-County Region. We support & empower children, teens & families (free of charge) after a death through camps, school groups,…
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Non Profit Minute – Jonathan Wright, Bridges of Hope
March 10, 2022
The Who’s on the Move, Non Profit Minute is a quick, two-minute interview in support of the amazing impact that local non profits have on our communities. We would like…
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23rd Annual Lowcountry Food Bank Chefs’ Feast raises $440,834 to fight childhood hunger
March 9, 2022
Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB) held its 23rd annual Chefs’ Feast gala on Sunday, February 27th, 2022 at the Trident Technical College Thornley Campus in North Charleston. The Lowcountry community also…
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Rare chance to hear Duke Ellington hits live!
March 3, 2022
Charleston Jazz is proud to present “The ‘Suite’ Sounds of Ellington,” at two popular Lowcountry venues this March. The highly-acclaimed Charleston Jazz Orchestra will appear at the beautiful, outdoor Firefly…
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NFT Community provides significant meals funding to RMHC Charleston
March 2, 2022
The Ronald McDonald House Charities of Charleston (RMHC Charleston) would like to thank ChelleBee and her team at Hodler Heroes NFT for their generous NFT donation. Hodler Heroes NFT —…
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Trident United Way volunteers make 5th annual Read Across America Day a success
March 2, 2022
Trident United Way’s 5th Annual Read Across America Day made a difference for students across the Tri-County. More than 40 volunteers read to an estimated 900 elementary school students during…
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Disability Advocacy Day March 2 at State House
March 1, 2022
The South Carolina Partnership of Disability Organizations (SCPDO) will be celebrating their 33rd Annual Disability Advocacy Day event on Wednesday, March 2 at the South Carolina State House (North grounds).…
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Central Carolina Community Foundation awards Catalyst Award to Killingsworth Home
February 28, 2022
Central Carolina Community Foundation, the Midlands’ local center for philanthropy, has awarded the 2021-2022 David W. Robinson Catalyst Award to Killingsworth Home for its commitment to helping women emerging from…
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Buy a Sub: Send Team South Carolina athletes to the 2022 Special Olympics USA Games
February 23, 2022
Jersey Mike’s 12th Annual “Month of Giving” Celebrates Special Olympics Athletes Nationwide The 2022 Special Olympics USA Games is joining forces with 74 Jersey Mike’s Subs locations throughout South Carolina for its 12th Annual March “Month of…
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Dee Norton Child Advocacy Center provides Problematic Sexual Behavior-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Program aimed to prevent recidivism
February 23, 2022
Charleston, S.C. – Dee Norton Child Advocacy Center, the region’s leading resource to prevent abuse, protect children, and heal families, is shedding light on the importance of their Problematic Sexual…
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Register today for Trident United Way’s Read Across America Day – event is Wednesday, March 2
February 22, 2022
Ever wonder how to make a positive difference in our schools? Trident United Way has just the idea! On Wednesday, March 2nd, Trident United Way will be hosting the 5th…
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Speaker Series to focus on the intersections of faith and climate change
February 22, 2022
What: The fifth annual James Sawers Jr. Speaker Series presented by the Charleston Interreligious Council (www.CICouncil.org). Headlined by Drs. Mary Evelyn Tucker and John Grim, senior Lecturers and Research Scholars…
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Trident United Way unveils 211 Helpline texting option
February 16, 2022
Trident United Celebrates February 11 as 211 Day, to raise awareness for the Helpline. Today we announce a new texting option that puts users in control of finding resources in…
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Able South Carolina announces creation of SC Disability Vaccine Access Network
February 16, 2022
Able South Carolina (Able SC) – a nonprofit focused on empowering individuals with disabilities to live active, self-determined lives – has announced the creation of the SC Disability Vaccine Access…
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Governor Henry McMaster recognizes impact of “Kidz in Lids” school program
February 15, 2022
Event raises funds to help support cancer patients and their families This year, hundreds more will be diagnosed with childhood cancer in North and South Carolina and the need for…
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Dee Norton Child Advocacy Center offers strategies for teens to identify and protect against abusive relationships amid Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month
February 15, 2022
Dee Norton Child Advocacy Center, the region’s leading resource to prevent abuse, protect children and heal families, offers strategies for teens to identify healthy versus abusive relationships amid Teen Dating…
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Lowcountry Food Bank announces its 23rd Annual Chefs’ Feast to Fight Childhood Hunger
February 10, 2022
Sponsorships are available to support Lowcountry Food Bank Childhood Hunger programs Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB) announced that its 23rd annual Chefs’ Feast gala will be held on Sunday, February 27th,…
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Jerry Chapman joins Alzheimer’s Association as Director of Ride to End ALZ® South Carolina
February 9, 2022
After 11 Years as Healthcare Executive, Chapman Switches Gears to Lead Charity Cycling Event On July 8-10, 2022, the Alzheimer’s Association® South Carolina Chapter will hold its annual cross-state cycling…
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SC L.Y.G.H.T. state coordinator Juliette Martinez joins Carolina Youth Development Center
February 8, 2022
In close collaboration with Dougy Center, Carolina Youth Development Center (CYDC) has become home to South Carolina’s statewide L.Y.G.H.T. coordinator, Juliette Martinez. Inspired by youth in foster care, L.Y.G.H.T. (Listening…
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J.E.B. Wilson receives McNulty Catalyst Fund for Liberty Fellowship impact project
February 7, 2022
Fifth-generation farmer J.E.B. Wilson has been named a 2022 McNulty Foundation Catalyst Fund recipient for his Liberty Fellowship impact project, SC AgriWellness. Wilson partnered with stakeholders to create the program,…
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Home Works to host first annual Hammer Classic Sporting Clays Fundraiser
February 7, 2022
Thursday April 21, South Carolina nonprofit Home Works will host its First Annual Hammer Classic, a sporting clays fundraiser benefiting their mission of compassionate construction. DETAILS: Thursday April 21, 2022…
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Teddy Bear Picnic returns to Hampton Park in March
February 7, 2022
Teddy bears will once again take over the gazebo at Hampton Park as the Charleston Parks Conservancy hosts the 12th annual Teddy Bear Picnic from 1:30-4 p.m. on Sunday, March…
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College of Charleston graduate-assistant to lead World Ocean Day efforts in S.C. and beyond
February 3, 2022
By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Cheyenne Cunningham, a graduate assistant at the College of Charleston, is directing Global Eco Adventures (GEA) efforts to “clean up” four designated beaches around the…
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International African American Museum receives third grant from FordFoundation
February 3, 2022
Third Round of Funding Sets the Stage for a new Telling of the African American Journey. The International African American Museum has received a grant of $500,000 from the Ford…
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Communities in Schools of South Carolina announces transformative investment to help students overcome obstacles to learning
February 3, 2022
$2.5 Million Donation from Philanthropist Mackenzie Scott Will Strengthen Organization’s Impact in Public Schools Across South Carolina Communities In Schools of South Carolina (CISSC) announced today that they are the…
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Upcoming Origin SC’s workshops in February 2022
February 2, 2022
FREE Workshops focusing on Homeownership, Credit, and Budgeting Origin SC will host free financial education & homeownership workshops in February and is offering a brand new open forum series of…
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Trident United Way & Charleston Metro Chamber team up for Lead United
February 1, 2022
Back for its second successful year, Trident United Way’s pioneering Lead United program is here with a new session. Trident United Way is teaming up with the Charleston Metro Chamber…
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