The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics welcomes 157 new residential juniors
August 25, 2021
The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) welcomed 157 residential juniors from across the state of South Carolina. Throughout the middle of August, students moved onto campus…
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The Gibbes Museum of Art’s Distinguished Lecture Series presents Steve Locke
August 24, 2021
Contemporary artist and vanguard of public art and memorials, Steve Locke will be the keynote speaker at the Gibbes Museum of Art’s annual Distinguished Lecture Series, taking place at the…
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Dee Norton Child Advocacy Center announces five new board members
August 24, 2021
Dee Norton Child Advocacy Center, the region’s leading resource to prevent abuse, protect children and heal families, is pleased to announce five new members to its board of directors. These…
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New moms invited to Gather & Garden as part of program starting Sept. 9
August 21, 2021
Two local nonprofits have teamed up to give new moms in the Charleston area a chance to get outside with their babies for fresh air and connection all while giving…
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Public invited to celebrate renovated Moultrie Playground
August 13, 2021The Charleston Parks Conservancy, residents and donors will gather in September to celebrate the renovation of Moultrie Playground near Colonial Lake. The public is invited to a ribbon cutting ceremony…
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Communities In Schools of South Carolina – Power of One
August 12, 2021
Greenville, Columbia, Charleston – Communities In Schools joins forces across the state to serve more public school students with critical social and emotional support programs. Communities In Schools (CIS), a…
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South Carolina Wildlife Federation hires new Director of Education
August 12, 2021
The South Carolina Wildlife Federation (SCWF) has hired BeBe Dalton Harrison as the organization’s new Director of Education. Harrison brings a passion for teaching others about the outdoors and our…
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South Carolina shelters declare a state of emergency
August 11, 2021
Shelters Join Together to Launch a “Summer Slam Emergency Rescue” Operation August 13 – 22 The lives of thousands of animals in shelters across South Carolina are at stake, as…
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IT-oLogy’s free Girls Who Code Club is back this fall
August 10, 2021
IT-oLogy’s Girls Who Code Club is back this fall to teach South Carolina girls in grades 6-12 how to code. The club is free to join, and participants will meet…
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Lowcountry Food Bank Walk to Fight Hunger aims to raise funds to help food insecure Lowcountry neighbors
August 4, 2021
Join Us! Sunday, September 19, 2021, at Riverfront Park, N. Charleston Walk, Sponsor a Team, or Volunteer for the Family-Friendly Walk to Fight Hunger The Lowcountry Food Bank announced a…
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Popular Parks fundraiser returns to Colonial Lake in October
August 4, 2021
Charleston’s hottest party returns to Colonial Lake this fall with a celestial theme, food, cocktails and plenty of entertainment. The Charleston Parks Conservancy will host its Party for the Parks…
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SCRA announces new Member Companies and grant funding
August 3, 2021
ADOH Scientific, LLC, GeoGraph Technologies, LLC, Infintium Fuel Cell Systems, Inc., and LifeTagger LLC have been accepted as South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA) Member Companies. As Member Companies, they will…
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YWCA Greater Charleston announces incoming board
July 29, 2021
As it celebrates its 114th anniversary, YWCA Greater Charleston is welcoming its incoming board of directors, who took office on July 1, 2021. Local community advocate Kendra Snipe (pictured) has…
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Nominate someone for Trident United Way Women United Awards
July 27, 2021
Each year at the annual Awards Luncheon, Trident United Way Women United recognizes women in the Tri-County area who Live United and embody Trident United Way’s core principles. To review…
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Lowcountry Food Bank receives $75,000 from Morgan Stanley Foundation
July 27, 2021
Donation Will Help Children and Families Facing Hunger in the Lowcountry Lowcountry Food Bank announced today it received a $75,000 grant from the Morgan Stanley Foundation. The funds will provide…
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Hire Me SC launches new employment resource for families of people with disabilities
July 26, 2021
Free online tool seeks to close the employment gap in South Carolina Hire Me SC — a statewide workforce development campaign to increase employment outcomes for young adults with intellectual and…
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Home Works named nonprofit partner with Lowe’s
July 23, 2021
Home Works of America, a home repair organization serving low income elderly homeowners in need in South Carolina, has been selected as a nonprofit partner with Lowe’s Home Improvement. The…
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UnitedHealthcare donates $300,000 to nonprofits in South Carolina
July 22, 2021
Funding is part of UnitedHealthcare’s $11.4 million in Empowering Health grants focused on expanding access to care and addressing the social determinants of health for people in underserved communities UnitedHealthcare,…
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Coastal Community Foundation awards $685K to 37 Black-led and Black-serving nonprofits in Tri-County through Facebook Grant for Sustaining Black Communities
July 21, 2021
Coastal Community Foundation of South Carolina (CCF) has awarded $685,000 to 37 nonprofit organizations in the Tri-County region that are Black-led and/or Black-serving in an effort funded by Facebook to…
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Annual First Day Festival school supply drive underway in Charleston
July 15, 2021In preparation for the Annual First Day Festival, the city of Charleston is coordinating a school supply drive to ensure that local students have the materials they need to begin the…
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Mena Mark Hanna, Spoleto Festival USA’s next General Director
July 13, 2021
Beginning October 2021, Mena Mark Hanna will become the Festival’s new leader, taking over from current General Director Nigel Redden, who will be retiring after 35 years. Hanna comes to Spoleto from Berlin’s…
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SCWF Wild Summer Nights Online Auction
July 12, 2021
South Carolina Wildlife Federation’s Annual Wild Summer Nights Online Auction to Support Conservation and Education Programming Begins July 15, 2021 The South Carolina Wildlife Federation (SCWF) is launching a four-day…
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Donate today to Trident United Way’s School Supply Drive
July 12, 2021
Trident United Way realizes building a strong community means starting early with our kids. Our Young Leaders United donor network is leading the charge with an online school supply drive…
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Jody Russo joins Lowcountry Food Bank as Chief Operating Officer
July 12, 2021
The Lowcountry Food Bank announced today that Jody Russo has joined Lowcountry Food Bank as Chief Operating Officer. This critical role provides pivotal leadership of the organization’s strong and effective…
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Basil Kerr becomes new Director of the Charleston Jazz Academy
July 8, 2021
The Charleston Jazz Academy welcomed Basil Kerr as its new Director. Basil has dedicated his career over the last 30 plus years to developing young talent and has taught some…
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Construction nonprofit Home Works receives grant from First Horizon Foundation
July 7, 2021Home Works of America, a South Carolina based home repair nonprofit serving low income elderly homeowners in need, has received a grant from First Horizon Foundation. The Foundation is the…
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Lowcountry Food Bank receives $86,561 donation from Crews Subaru and Subaru of America
July 1, 2021
The Lowcountry Food Bank announced that Crews Subaru and Subaru of America donated $86,561 yesterday to help feed food insecure neighbors in the 10 coastal counties of South Carolina that…
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Charleston Parks Conservancy blooms with four new team members
June 29, 2021The Charleston Parks Conservancy has hired four new team members to help further its mission of creating stunning public places and a strong community. Sara Brunner and Becca Hudson are…
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VisionGreenwood: Focused on Advancing Greenwood as a Community of Choice
June 29, 2021
The lack of reliable broadband service in parts of Greenwood became more apparent than ever this past year when schools and businesses quickly migrated to remote platforms with minimal…
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South Carolina Public Radio celebrates launch of redesigned website
June 28, 2021
South Carolina Public Radio (SC Public Radio) today announced the launch of its revamped website — southcarolinapublicradio.org. Redesigned to better meet the needs of all South Carolinians, the new site builds on…
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Animal shelters in crisis across South Carolina
June 24, 2021
Pick Me! SC statewide adoption event helping, but more adoptive families are needed. Animal shelters and rescues across South Carolina are reporting they are at or over capacity, just as…
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Local fatherhood organization to host “Father’s Day Celebration” on Saturday, June 26
June 24, 2021
Statistics show a father’s value is tremendous. Kids with active and engaged fathers are more likely to go to college, less likely to spend time in jail, and more likely…
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Non Profit Minute – Nicki Hood, Original Six Foundation
June 23, 2021
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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Dee Norton Child Advocacy Center recognizes the importance of National Internet Safety Month with tech tips for families and children
June 23, 2021
Dee Norton Child Advocacy Center, the region’s leading resource to prevent abuse, protect children and heal families, is recognizing the importance of National Internet Safety Month this June with resources…
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SCRA announces successful exit of SC Launch, Inc. Portfolio Company, MedProcure
June 22, 2021
South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA) announces the successful exit of SC Launch, Inc. Portfolio Company, MedProcure, LLC. This exit yielded excellent returns for the continued support of additional technology-based startups…
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IT-oLogy joins forces with SC Department of Education to provide “Tech-in-a-Box” summer enrichment program for middle school students
June 21, 2021
IT-oLogy is now accepting registrations for the second year of its “Tech-in-a-Box” summer enrichment program for middle school students. Funded by the SC Department of Education, the “Tech-in-a-Box” program ensures…
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A Space to Heal (ASH) – July 10
June 19, 2021A Space to Heal Lowcountry July 10, 2021 @ 10:00AM — 2:00PM Eastern Time (US & Canada) A day of dialogue, advocacy, and movement created for Black, Indigenous, and People…
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22nd Annual 5K Fun Run to benefit area families living with Alzheimer’s and related dementia
June 17, 2021
The ARK, Alzheimer’s family support services, announces that its 22nd Annual McElveen Race For The ARK is planned for August 28, 2021 and will take place in historic downtown Summerville. Registration is…
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Pick Me! SC: South Carolina’s statewide adoption event is back!
June 17, 2021
50 shelters, rescues and Petco stores are working together to adopt 1,600 animals, June 18 – 27. Pick Me! SC is coming back to a shelter near you June 18…
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22nd Annual 5K Fun Run to benefit area families living with Alzheimer’s and related dementia
June 17, 2021The ARK, Alzheimer’s family support services, announces that its 22nd Annual McElveen Race For The ARK is planned for August 28, 2021 and will take place in historic downtown Summerville. Registration…
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Lowcountry nonprofits can apply for free services provided by local marketing agency
June 17, 2021
Trio Solutions Inc. (TRIO), a Mount Pleasant-based marketing communications agency, will work nonstop for 24 hours to provide free advertising and marketing services to Lowcountry nonprofits during its 15th annual…
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Coastal Community Foundation announces 2021 Rev. Pinckney Scholarship recipients in South Carolina
June 17, 2021
Coastal Community Foundation of South Carolina is pleased to announce the 2021 Rev. Pinckney Scholarship recipients, who represent the largest class of Pinckney Scholars yet. The scholarship program was established…
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IAAM CEO responds to museum’s inclusion in latest round of giving from Mackenzie Scott and Dan Jewett
June 17, 2021
The International African American Museum is honored to be among the recipients of the most recent generous giving initiative from Mackenzie Scott and Dan Jewett. “As I read through the names…
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RMHC Charleston online auction open
June 11, 2021
Ronald McDonald House Charities of Charleston (RMHC Charleston) is hosting an online auction to raise some of the vital funds needed to support families with critically ill children. This Auction…
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Trident United Way summer reading book drive tops goal
June 10, 2021Thanks to generous community support, Trident United Way’s African American Leadership Council (AALC) will be distributing more than 2,000 books for summer reading to St. Stephen and E.B. Ellington Elementary…
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Origin SC’s Debt Management Program helps clients pay off $139,000 in debt
June 10, 2021
Origin SC’s Debt Management Program is an integrated counseling service that assists consumers who are overwhelmed with credit card debt. This is done by developing consolidated payment programs that include…
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Non Profit Minute – Bucky Dudley, The First Tee of Greater Charleston
June 3, 2021
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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Non Profit Minute – Maya Pack, South Carolina Institute of Medicine & Public Health (IMPH)
June 3, 2021
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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The Rotary Club of Myrtle Beach announces golf ball drop to benefit local charities
June 2, 2021
The Rotary Club of Myrtle Beach has announced its inaugural golf ball drop, a fundraiser to benefit local charities. The event, scheduled for June 1, will feature 1,000 golf balls…
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Local celebrities helped raise record breaking funds for Charleston Area Alzheimer’s programs
May 28, 2021
On May 15, a community gathered to attend the 11th annual Dancing with The ARK’s Stars fundraising event, raising nearly $130,000 for The ARK, Alzheimer’s Family Support Services during this…
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