Riverbanks Zoo and Garden opens the new Darnall W. and Susan F. Boyd Aquarium & Reptile Conservation Center
March 2, 2023
Riverbanks Zoo and Garden, a world-class recreational and educational attraction in Columbia, S.C, officially opened its new state-of-the-art Darnall W. and Susan F. Boyd Aquarium & Reptile Conservation Center at…
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Ann Holtschlag honored with the CMA’s Craft Leadership Award
March 2, 2023
The Columbia Museum of Art is proud to have presented the 2022 John Richard Craft Leadership Award to Ann Holtschlag. A committed volunteer and community advocate, Holtschlag epitomizes the values…
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South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles hosts book drive to support Original Six Foundation “My First Library” campaign
March 2, 2023
This event gives new meaning to the phrase book drive. When South Carolina residents visit the SC Department of Motor Vehicles for their driving or vehicle transaction needs between now…
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2023 Midlands Heart Ball rallies to advance health equity
March 1, 2023
American Heart Association celebration recognizes importance of local supporters and volunteers The 2023 Midlands Heart Ball will be held Friday, March 3 at the Pastides Alumni Center. The annual gala…
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Over 600 leaders from across South Carolina will convene to tackle critical issues and hear from Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond’s CEO
March 1, 2023
Over 600 leaders from across South Carolina will convene to tackle critical issues and hear from Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond’s CEO. Together SC, the state’s “chamber of commerce” for…
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Disability Rights South Carolina and the South Carolina Institute of Medicine and Public Health release new Olmstead Report and Recommendations
March 1, 2023
Disability Rights South Carolina (DRSC), the designated Protection and Advocacy System for South Carolina serving people with disabilities, in partnership with the South Carolina Institute of Medicine and Public Health…
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A Guide to Bunching Charitable Contributions
February 27, 2023
by Stephen E. Maggard, CFP® Giving generously to charity is often a topic near and dear to our clients’ hearts; close behind on the priority list is limiting the amount…
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The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Georgia South Carolina Region kicks-off 2023 Midlands Visionaries of the Year Philanthropic Competition
February 22, 2023The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s (LLS) Georgia-South Carolina Region has officially kicked off its 8th annual iconic philanthropic competition, Visionaries of the Year to raise funds for LLS and…
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The Salvation Army bell ringers help to proclaim HOPE raising over $257,000
February 19, 2023
The Salvation Army of the Midlands would like to express their deepest appreciation to the Midlands community for volunteering to ring the bell and generously giving at the red kettles…
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A year of learning opportunities at UWS
February 13, 2023
As spring is upon us, where at the school will be hosting numerous classes, courses, and skill based workshops at our location in Tamassee SC. We have 33 acres for…
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LRADAC’s Jeremy Martin is one of 16 national recovery professionals to become a member of the National Institute on Drug Abuse’s Clinical Trials Network Community Representative Council
February 8, 2023
Jeremy Martin, LRADAC’s Vice President of Treatment and Intervention, has been selected as one of 16 inaugural members of the National Institute on Drug Abuse’s Clinical Trials Network Community Representative…
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Central Carolina Community Foundation awards $370,000 to 14 nonprofits to launch community improvement projects
February 8, 2023Central Carolina Community Foundation awarded $370,000 to 14 organizations this year through its Connected Communities grant. The 14 nonprofits will launch projects that improve the quality of life in the…
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Leadership Columbia Class of 2023 announces class project
February 7, 2023
Leadership Columbia partners with Homeless No More The Leadership Columbia Class of 2023 (LC23) announced its partnership with Homeless No More. As part of the Leadership Columbia program, each class…
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Disability Advocacy Day set for March 1 at State House
February 6, 2023
The South Carolina Partnership of Disability Organizations (SCPDO) will be celebrating their 34th Annual Disability Advocacy Day event on Wednesday, March 1 at the South Carolina State House. Collectively, the…
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Two Andy Warhol exhibitions opening at Upcountry History Museum
February 3, 2023
The Upcountry History Museum-Greenville County, a Smithsonian Affiliate, is bringing an exceptional encounter with history, art, and culture to Greenville when two extraordinary exhibitions featuring Pop Art icon Andy Warhol…
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Upstate Continuum of Care celebrates over 300 veterans housed in 2022
February 2, 2023The Upstate Continuum of Care (CoC) and Columbia VA Healthcare System successfully reached their 2022 goal to house 323 veterans in the Upstate and Midlands. Established in 2016, this multi-agency…
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LRADAC’s Prevention Department presents Youth Leadership Summit in Lexington Feb 6-7
February 1, 2023
LRADAC’s prevention department and the Lexington One Community Coalition (LOCC)—will present a Youth Leadership Summit Feb. 6-7 for all middle and high school students active in LOCC clubs in Lexington…
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Enjoy Black History Month programs at the CMA
January 31, 2023A mix of talks, films, and music celebrating Black artists The Columbia Museum of Art is offering a slate of programming celebrating Black History Month this February, including art talks,…
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We Are Sharing Hope SC celebrates donation milestone in South Carolina
January 31, 2023
We Are Sharing Hope SC, the state’s nonprofit organ and tissue recovery service, honors more donor legacies than ever before. Last year, 894 South Carolina families made the selfless decision…
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Sisters of Charity Foundation of SC announces new Senior Director of Grantmaking and Strategy
January 31, 2023
The Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina (SCFSC) has announced the promotion of Meredith Mathews to Senior Director of Grantmaking and Strategy. In her new role, Meredith will lead…
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Darnall W. and Susan F. Boyd Aquarium & Reptile Conservation Center set to open March 2, 2023 at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden
January 30, 2023
Riverbanks Zoo and Garden, a world-class recreational and educational attraction in Columbia, S.C., will open the much anticipated Darnall W. and Susan F. Boyd Aquarium & Reptile Conservation Center on…
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Midlands Literacy Council wins $4,500 grant from national group
January 23, 2023
Turning Pages SC, a literacy council serving adults in Richland and Lexington Counties, has won a $4,500 unrestricted grant from a New York based foundation. This past fall, under new…
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LRADAC announces Shannon Boone as new Human Resources Director
January 21, 2023
LRADAC, the designated alcohol and drug abuse authority for Lexington and Richland Counties, announces that Shannon Boone has been hired as the agency’s new Human Resources Director. In her new…
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41 Upstate leaders selected to become Riley Fellows
January 19, 2023
Forty-one leaders from across the Upstate will have new tools and perspectives to leverage diversity to improve organizational outcomes and drive social and economic progress in South Carolina, gained through…
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Riggs Partners announces 2023 pro bono marketing marathon for nonprofits
January 17, 2023
Riggs Partners will hold its 25th annual CreateAthon event to benefit Midlands- and Upstate-area nonprofits on March 23-24, 2023. CreateAthon is a 24-hour marathon during which professionals provide marketing services…
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Seven disaster-trained volunteers from South Carolina deploy to Georgia to assist families impacted by storms, tornadoes
January 16, 2023
Disaster trained volunteers from the South Carolina Region of the American Red Cross are deploying to support disaster relief efforts in Georgia where damaging storms ripped through most of the…
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Palmetto Promise Institute announces new President & CEO
January 12, 2023
Wendy D. Damron, CPA, of Charleston is New PPI Leader Palmetto Promise Institute (PPI) announced the appointment of Wendy Damron as the organization’s new President and CEO, effective January 16th,…
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Midlands Youth Apprenticeship Program launches in 2023
January 12, 2023
Special Interest Sessions Available for Interested Families In partnership with Midlands Technical College (MTC) and Apprenticeship Carolina, the Columbia Chamber is recruiting new participants in the Midlands Youth Apprenticeship Program…
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Medasic Recovery Clinics launch statewide Foundation to combat opioid addiction
January 12, 2023
Medasic Recovery Clinic announced that it has launched a non-profit arm, The Medasic Foundation. The Foundation will provide clients who are combatting opioid addiction with financial assistance to receive services…
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Central Carolina Community Foundation now accepting scholarship applications for 2023-2024 school year
January 12, 2023
Central Carolina Community Foundation is now accepting scholarship applications through March 5, 2023, for the 2023-2024 school year. More than 230 scholarship opportunities are available, totaling over $550,000. Interested students…
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Countybank successfully completes swipe to donate campaign
January 12, 2023
Countybank announced that it has successfully completed its third annual swipe to donate campaign that occurred throughout December 2022. “We could not be more thankful to our customers for consistently…
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Statewide nonprofit makes an impact
January 12, 2023
Limitless Purpose is thrilled to announce its impact since the statewide nonprofit was founded in 2019. Despits the inevitable delays caused by the COVID pandemic, the volunteer-led organization has made…
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The Institute for Child Success to announce advocacy coalition’s early childhood common agenda for 2023-2024 legislative session
January 11, 2023
On Saturday, January 21, the Institute for Child Success, an early childhood organization, will gather other child-serving nonprofits and family advocates at the State House in Columbia, SC from 10:30-11:15…
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Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina announces new Board and committee members
January 10, 2023
The Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina (SCFSC), an organization dedicated to reducing poverty in South Carolina through action, advocacy, and leadership, is excited to deepen its impact as…
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Newberry County Water Rescue and Dive Team: Saving Lives in South Carolina
January 10, 2023
Motivated by a tragic drowning on Lake Murray that occurred just a few months prior, first responders from across Newberry County came together in January 2006 with the goal of…
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Denise Hines joins Lowcountry Food Bank as Chief Financial Officer
January 9, 2023
Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB) announced today that Denise Hines has joined the organization as Chief Financial Officer (CFO). This critical role directs the financial and accounting practices of LCFB. These…
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Exhibition of 20th-century women artists with ties to the South coming to the CMA
January 9, 2023
Our Own Work, Our Own Way: Ascendant Women Artists in the Johnson Collection opens January 21 The Columbia Museum of Art announces featured exhibition Our Own Work, Our Own Way:…
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Elisabeth Kovacs named Executive Director of SC Future Makers
January 5, 2023
Economic and Workforce Development Professional to Lead First-In-The-Nation Program SC Future Makers, a 501c3 nonprofit organization affiliated with the South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance, announced that Elisabeth Kovacs will serve as…
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Carolina Children’s Home offering 2023 scholarships and grants
January 4, 2023
Carolina Children’s Home (CCH), a nonprofit which provides financial services and advocacy to children’s initiatives in South Carolina, is pleased to announce it is accepting applications for 2023 scholarships and…
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Alexander McQueen and more coming to the Columbia Museum of Art
December 29, 2022
2023 exhibition schedule announced The Columbia Museum of Art announces its schedule of featured exhibitions for 2023, a broad assortment of exclusive, house-organized shows as well as traveling exhibitions, including…
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Lowcountry Food Bank and Bank of America bring holiday cheer, continue employee booster campaign partnership
December 22, 2022
Bank of America contributed $70,000 and hands-on support to help curb hunger amidst this year’s challenging economic circumstances Bank of America and Lowcountry Food Bank have partnered throughout this year…
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United Way’s Midlands Reading Consortium seeks 150 volunteers to enhance students’ literacy skills
December 20, 2022
United Way of the Midlands is looking for volunteers interested in reading to elementary-age students to support its Midlands Reading Consortium (MRC) for the 2022-2023 school year. MRC is a…
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Aflac Group awards $378,000 in grants to South Carolina nonprofits
December 20, 2022
Aflac has awarded $378,000 in grants to 48 local nonprofit organizations in its Spring and Fall 2022 grant cycles. Awarded grantees are working on projects that support health & well-being…
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Congaree Vista Guild opens bid for Artista Vista marketing services
December 19, 2022
The Congaree Vista Guild has announced its search for a marketing agency to assist with marketing and communications for Artista Vista. The weekend-long art event is scheduled for April 14-16,…
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The 2022 Global Vision Award Gala
December 14, 2022
On Monday, December 5, The Columbia World Affairs Council honored Dr. Jim Chow as the 2022 Global Vision Award recipient. The black-tie gala was held at the downtown Columbia Marriott.…
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The Main Street District unveils ceiling of lights installation on the 1600 Block of Main Street
December 14, 2022
The Main Street District, along with the City of Columbia and many generous supporters, will light up the night with a permanent installation of thousands of LED lights in a…
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Junior Achievement of Greater South Carolina receives $25,000 grant from Power:Ed to expand its 2023 JA Inspire Virtual program for SC middle and high school students
December 14, 2022Junior Achievement of Greater South Carolina (JAGSC), a nonprofit dedicated to inspiring and preparing young people to succeed in a global economy, has been awarded a $25,000 grant from Power:Ed,…
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New board members elected, community supporters honored at Senior Resources’ 55th Annual Meeting
December 14, 2022
The Board of Directors at Senior Resources held its 55th Annual Meeting on Monday, December 12 to celebrate the past year’s accomplishments, introduce new board members, and recognize the support…
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Main Street District promotes Adrian Nelson to Director of Operations
December 13, 2022
Sgt. Major (Ret) Adrian Nelson has been promoted to Director of Operations with the Main Street District. Adrian will continue to work with Main Street’s Yellow Shirt Ambassadors, heading up…
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The Nickelodeon Theater
December 12, 2022
Serving the Midlands region of South Carolina, the Nickelodeon seeks to build a stronger, more inclusive, and more equitable community through film presentations that both entertain and provoke critical dialogue.…
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