Charleston AMA and local firms join forces to empower Lowcountry non-profits
January 15, 2026
The Charleston American Marketing Association (AMA) announced the launch of Campaign in a Day, an intensive, 12-hour marketing challenge designed to pair aspiring student talent with seasoned industry professionals to…
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The Riley Center for Livable Communities announces six mayors selected for 2026
January 13, 2026
The Riley Center for Livable Communities at the College of Charleston announced the six Mayors who have been selected to participate in the 8th class of the Riley Mayors’ Design Fellowship. The…
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For every $1 spent, South Carolina’s “No Drama” program returns up to $66 in economic benefits
January 13, 2026
New Economic Impact Report Confirms Contraceptive Access is a High-Value Workforce and Fiscal Strategy, Generating Hundreds of Millions in Annual Net Benefit A new economic impact report authored by lead…
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Heritage launches landscaping giveaway to support local nonprofits in Charleston, Columbia, and Greenville
January 13, 2026
Three Nonprofits to Receive a Full Year of Professional Landscaping Services Heritage, a leading provider of commercial landscape solutions for South Carolina businesses, announced today the launch of a new…
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Bank of America names Communities in Schools of South Carolina its Lowcountry 2025 Neighborhood Builder
January 13, 2026
As a Neighborhood Builder, Communities in Schools of South Carolina is awarded a $50,000 grant over two years Bank of America has named Communities in Schools of South Carolina (CISSC)…
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The Rising Tide hits Charleston Music Hall Tuesday
January 13, 2026
Film spotlights Charleston teachers, families and community partners uniting to ensure every child can read Next week, the Lowcountry Literacy Project (LLP) will pull back the curtain on the future…
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Lowcountry Land Trust enters 40th year poised for future conservation success
January 13, 2026
Nonprofit marks 2025 as a turning point for conservation in coastal South Carolina Lowcountry Land Trust, a nonprofit committed to preserving Lowcountry landscapes and waterways for current and future generations,…
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YWCA greater Charleston announces 2026 MLK tribute lineup
January 13, 2026
Beginning January 15, 2026, South Carolinians will gather for the 54th Annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Tribute in Charleston. Organized by YWCA Greater Charleston, this multi-day celebration, one of the…
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Youth organization hosts fashion and talent showcase for non-profits to compete for funds
January 7, 2026
Learn Earn, Earn Learn (L.E.E.L.) will host its Fashion & Talent Showcase: Non-Profits Compete! Fundraiser on Sunday, January 18, 2026 from 2-5 PM at Burke High School (244 President Street,…
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South Carolina leaders graduate from 2025 Economic Development Institute
December 22, 2025Dozens of professionals graduated from the 2025 South Carolina Economic Development Institute (The Institute), a premier training program advancing economic development leadership across the state. This year marks the 60th…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis recognizes Andrea McKnight of H.E. Corley Elementary as Educator of the Month
December 21, 2025
Midlands teacher enjoys bringing financial literacy to life for young students South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis has named Andrea McKnight of H.E. Corley Elementary School as the December Educator of…
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Kids On Point receives $50,000 grant from Power:Ed to expand its Academic Pathways program to serve more students
December 19, 2025
Kids 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, the philanthropy…
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From 1776 to 2026: Daughters of the American Revolution invite community to America 250! Tea Party
December 19, 2025
America’s 250th birthday is just around the corner, and celebrations are already taking shape across the nation. As the country prepares to honor two and a half centuries of independence,…
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Introducing Kate Parks Schaefer, Chief Conservation Officer
December 18, 2025
Lowcountry Land Trust announced the appointment of Kate Parks Schaefer as its next Chief Conservation Officer (CCO), effective January 5, 2026. As CCO, Schaefer will lead Lowcountry Land Trust’s conservation strategy,…
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Kate Parks Schaefer joins Lowcountry Land Trust as Chief Conservation Officer, accelerating conservation efforts across the lowcountry
December 18, 2025
Hire marks a significant win for the Lowcountry conservation community Lowcountry Land Trust, a nonprofit committed to preserving Lowcountry landscapes and waterways for current and future generations, announced the appointment…
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SC Housing Executive Director Richard Hutto will retire on January 2, 2026, after nearly four decades of service in public finance and affordable housing
December 18, 2025
SC Housing Executive Director Richard Hutto will retire at the start of the new year, ending nearly four decades of service in public finance, community development and affordable housing. Hutto’s…
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Significant gains and a shrinking achievement gap reported in Charleston County Orton-Gillingham pilot schools
December 16, 2025
Lowcountry Literacy Project Release New Data Report The Lowcountry Literacy Project (LLP) has released new data highlighting the measurable impact of Orton-Gillingham (OG) instruction in Charleston County School District targeted…
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Daniel Island Community Fund awards grant to maintain essential programs and services
December 16, 2025
Mount Pleasant, South Carolina: East Cooper Community Outreach (ECCO) announces an awarded grant of $75,000 from the Daniel Island Community Fund for for direct assistance to ECCO’s essential services and guidance…
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Community Foundation of the Lowcountry now accepting nominations for the 2026 Joan and Wade Webster Community Impact Award
December 16, 2025
Community Foundation of the Lowcountry (CFL) is now accepting nominations for the 2026 Joan and Wade Webster Community Impact Award! Established in 2022 by CFL, with the generous support of…
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Lowcountry Youth Services awarded $70,000 grant from Power:Ed to strengthen youth mentoring and leadership programs
December 12, 2025
Lowcountry Youth Services (LYS), a nonprofit organization empowering youth across Charleston, Berkeley, and Dorchester counties, has received a $70,000 grant from Power:Ed, the philanthropic arm of the South Carolina Student…
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Partners establish future county park along the Ashley River
December 11, 2025
Lowcountry Land Trust and Dorchester County Government announced the permanent protection of the Barry Tract, a 67-acre property along the historic Ashley River Road National Scenic Byway. The Land Trust has officially…
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Community Foundation of the Lowcountry awards $506,500 in impact grants to Lowcountry nonprofits
December 11, 2025
In its first Impact Grants cycle of fiscal year 2026 (July 1, 2025-June 30, 2026), Community Foundation of the Lowcountry (CFL) has awarded $506,500 in grants to eight local nonprofit…
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24 nonprofit leaders named to 2025 Carolina Leadership Seminars class
December 8, 2025
Together SC program equips new executive directors with skills, strategies, and a statewide peer network to strengthen their organizations and communities. Together SC’s Carolina Leadership Seminars (CLS) announced the nonprofit…
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Together SC announces new partnership with Grantlytics to bring AI-powered grant discovery tools to South Carolina nonprofits
December 8, 2025
Exclusive 20% Member Discount Now Available – Introductory Webinar on December 17 Together SC, the state’s network for nonprofit leadership, announced a new partnership with Grantlytics, an innovative AI-driven grant…
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YWCA Greater Charleston announces 2026 MLK Tribute theme and event schedule
December 4, 2025
Beginning January 15, 2026, South Carolinians will gather to celebrate the 54th Annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Tribute, one of the longest-running tributes to Dr. King in the nation. Organized by YWCA…
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Sustain SC awards second round of grants through Land and Water Action Platform
December 4, 2025
Sustain SC has announced the second round of grants awarded through its Land and Water Action Platform (LAWAP), advancing conservation projects across South Carolina in partnership with the state’s business…
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The Lowcountry Literacy Project sets date for groundbreaking documentary premiere
December 2, 2025
Film spotlights Charleston teachers, families and community partners uniting to ensure every child can read The Lowcountry Literacy Project (LLP) will premiere its first documentary, The Rising Tide: Literacy in the…
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First Citizens Bank donates $25,000 to support South Carolina Independent Colleges & Universities
December 1, 2025
South Carolina Independent Colleges and Universities (SCICU) announced a $25,000 investment from First Citizens Bank in support of the Student Lifeline Grants Program. This renewed commitment significantly expands the program’s…
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Conservation partners unite to protect Blessing Plantation, forever
November 25, 2025
Lowcountry Land Trust is honored to celebrate Berkeley County, the Open Space Institute (OSI), and the des Francs family in permanently protecting the entirety of Blessing Plantation, a 628-acre historic property…
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Lowcountry Land Trust launches “$40K for 40 Years” Giving Tuesday Challenge to kick off its milestone anniversary
November 25, 2025
Donations made between now and December 2nd will have double the impact thanks to matching grants from The Cravens Foundation and an anonymous donor Lowcountry Land Trust, a nonprofit committed…
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Coastal Community Foundation announces new Chief Financial Officer
November 25, 2025
Coastal Community Foundation (CCF) announced Chris Ballad is the organization’s new Vice President and Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Ballad has served as the Foundation’s Controller since 2021. Chris Ballad has…
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More than 2,000 volunteers participated in the 25th Days of Caring
November 25, 2025
Organized by Trident United Way, the 2025 event impacted 75 area nonprofits More than 2,000 volunteers showed how much they care about their community last week as part of Days…
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Charleston County Parks to host Silent Dance Party in McClellanville
November 20, 2025
Charleston County Parks is hosting their annual Silent Dance Party event for ages 8 and up in McClellanville on Friday, Dec. 19! This unique party experience, taking place from 4 –…
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Charleston’s maritime and trucking communities aim to fill shipping container with holiday donations
November 20, 2025
South Carolina Ports and its partners are calling on Charleston area businesses and residents to help fulfill the holiday wish lists of South Carolina’s foster children. The toy drive, now…
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Trustee Wes Carter named Lowcountry AFP’s ‘Individual of the Year’
November 20, 2025
Lowcountry Land Trust is celebrateing Board Trustee Wes Carter, President of Atlantic Packaging and Founder of A New Earth Project, who has been named the 2025 Individual of the Year by the Association…
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1st Choice launches ‘Toys For Tune-Ups’ holiday drive
November 20, 2025
1st Choice A/C, Heating, Plumbing, & Gas today announced the launch of its annual holiday give-back initiative, “Toys for Tune-Ups,” offering new residential customers a complimentary standard HVAC heating maintenance…
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Together SC unveils five-year strategic plan to strengthen and unite South Carolina’s nonprofit network
November 20, 2025
Together SC, the state’s network for nonprofit and philanthropic leaders, has announced a new five-year strategic plan to guide its work through 2030. Rooted in the organization’s mission to strengthen…
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Days of Caring volunteers helping Tri-County nonprofits from Nov. 19-21
November 18, 2025
Trident United Way is celebrating the 25th anniversary of Days of Caring with three days of community volunteerism. This year, more than 1,500 people representing more than 60 businesses will…
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Together SC celebrates its 1,000th member and welcomes new Membership & Development Manager, Grace Williams
November 17, 2025
Together SC, the state’s network for nonprofit and philanthropic leaders, announced a major organizational milestone: the enrollment of its 1,000th member. This benchmark reflects the growing strength, trust, and statewide…
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The Duke Endowment makes $1 million grant for food aid during government shutdown
November 13, 2025
The grant to Feeding the Carolinas will support all ten major food banks in North & South Carolina Feeding the Carolinas, the association of food banks in North Carolina and…
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Lowcountry Land Trust protects 3 generations of family land on Johns Island
November 13, 2025
Lowcountry Land Trust, a nonprofit committed to preserving Lowcountry landscapes and waterways for current and future generations, is proud to announce the permanent protection of a 37-acre property on Johns…
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ECCO fills the gap to feed local families
November 11, 2025
The shelves of East Cooper Community Outreach’s Wellness Food Pantry shelves are filling back up thanks to the generosity of the local community. But as food donations arrive, the need…
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ECCO kicks off the Season of Gratitude with a call to “Do Good Together”
November 11, 2025
East Cooper Community Outreach (ECCO) is launching its annual Season of Gratitude campaign, reminding the community that generosity and compassion are what make the holidays truly meaningful. As Thanksgiving approaches,…
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Local nonprofits dedicate initial $340K to The Care Fund for support during government shutdown
November 9, 2025Coastal Community Foundation, Trident United Way, and Palmetto Goodwill held a joint press conference on Wednesday to announce more than $340,000 committed to supporting the region through The Care Fund.…
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Trident United Way marks 25th anniversary of Days of Caring
November 6, 2025
More than 1,500 volunteers set to tackle projects at nonprofits around the tri-county For more than two decades, volunteers have contributed thousands of hours to nonprofits all around the tri-county…
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Boeing partners with Lowcountry Literacy Project to expand literacy access in Charleston’s Title I schools
November 6, 2025
The Lowcountry Literacy Project (LLP) announced a new funding partnership with The Boeing Company that will help expand multisensory literacy instruction to more schools across Charleston County in 2025. Boeing’s…
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Community Foundation of the Lowcountry launches “Helping Neighbors Fund” to combat food insecurity
November 5, 2025
Community Foundation of the Lowcountry (CFL) announced the creation of the Helping Neighbors Fund, a new fund addressing broadening food insecurity in our service area of Beaufort, Colleton, Hampton, and Jasper counties.…
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OPIE Drive-Thru Grocery and Cafe partners with East Cooper Community Outreach to provide Thanksgiving turkeys
November 4, 2025
OPIE Grocery and Cafe announced its partnership with East Cooper Community Outreach (ECCO). This locally renowned non-profit organization is dedicated to providing assistance, guidance, and resources to help neighbors navigate…
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CreateAthon@USC announces 2025 nonprofits
November 4, 2025
Nine local nonprofits and about 100 students are gearing up for the 12th annual CreateAthon@USC on Friday, Nov. 7, and Saturday, Nov. 8. CreateAthon@USC is a 24-hour event where Gamecocks…
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Berkeley County Council approves A-Tax funding for local organizations
October 30, 2025
Berkeley County has awarded approximately $143,000 in State Accommodations Tax (A-Tax) funding to 13 different local nonprofits and organizations. At its meeting on Monday, October 27, 2025, County Council approved the…
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