Aflac Group Awards $365,000 in Grants to South Carolina Nonprofits
December 13, 2021
Columbia, S.C., December 13, 2021 — Aflac has awarded $365,000 in grants to 47 local nonprofits in its Spring and Fall 2021 grant cycles. Nonprofits receiving grants are working on…
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SC Ports awards $205,000 to community organizations
December 9, 2021
South Carolina Ports has awarded $205,000 in grants to 111 community organizations and nonprofits throughout South Carolina as part of its fiscal year 2022 Community Giving Program. SC Ports dedicates a portion…
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Cryptocurrency gaming studio makes significant donation to RMHC Charleston
December 9, 2021
The Ronald McDonald House Charities of Charleston (RMHC Charleston) would like to thank Adir Lakya and his team at KleeKai for their generous cryptocurrency donation. KleeKai — a gaming studio…
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Coastal Community Foundation launches Healthy Harbors Fund to benefit water quality in greater Charleston area
December 9, 2021
Charleston Waterkeeper and the South Carolina Coastal Conservation League have partnered with Coastal Community Foundation to launch the Healthy Harbors Fund to support organizations and projects in Berkeley, Charleston and…
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Turn90 Founder and Executive Director Amy Barch named to Liberty Fellowship’s Class of 2023
December 7, 2021
Turn90 Founder and Executive Director Amy Barch is one of 20 South Carolina leaders to be selected for Liberty Fellowship’s Class of 2023. Following the successful completion of five, multi-day…
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AMAZING SUPPORT: 211 Helpline match smashes goal of $100K, raises $161,307
December 7, 2021
This year GivingTuesday became a three-day event and supporters delivered beyond our wildest hopes, raising more than $161,000 to support Trident United Way’s 211 Helpline. Thanks to a generous $50,000…
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Liberty Fellowship selects new class
December 7, 2021
Twenty South Carolina leaders have been selected for Liberty Fellowship’s Class of 2023. Following the successful completion of five, multi-day seminars in the U.S. and abroad and individual leadership projects,…
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DEACON DIVERS train to build artificial reef off S.C. coast
December 6, 2021“The dive training we’re conducting for this group of religious leaders and naturalists is part of our building an army of divers to help construct an artificial reef along the…
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Overwhelmed by love & support, D. Michael & Pam Wilson increase 211 challenge to $150K overall
December 2, 2021
The D. Michael Wilson and Pam Wilson Trident United Way 211 $100K Challenge is off to such an amazing start it’s now being renamed! Generous donors topped the initial goal…
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D. Michael & Pam Wilson join Trident United Way’s special GivingTuesday phonebank
December 1, 2021
Today, D. Michael Wilson and Pam Wilson joined with Trident United Way staff at its North Charleston office for a phonebank celebration to thank current donors and encourage generous gifts…
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YWCA Greater Charleston announces 2022 MLK Summit and Ecumenical Service speakers
December 1, 2021
Beginning on January 13, 2022, South Carolinians will come together to celebrate Charleston’s 50th Annual Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration. Put on annually by YWCA Greater Charleston, the…
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Non Profit Minute – Josh Bell, Director, Meeting Street Scholarship Fund
November 30, 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 launches “Any Given Tuesday” campaign for GivingTuesday
November 29, 2021
Dee Norton Child Advocacy Center, the region’s leading resource to prevent abuse, protect children and heal families, is participating in GivingTuesday with its “Any Given Tuesday” campaign. GivingTuesday is a…
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The Green Heart Project completes $2 million dollar funding campaign for urban farm in downtown Charleston
November 29, 2021The Green Heart Project, a nonprofit focused on education, healthy food and community, has completed its campaign of raising $2.4 million to build and support the Urban Farm at Enston…
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The D. Michael Wilson and Pam Wilson Foundation and Trident United Way team up to benefit 211 Helpline
November 23, 2021
NORTH CHARLESTON, SC –Trident United Way is proud to announce the D. Michael Wilson and Pam Wilson Trident United Way 211 $100K Challenge, thanks to a generous gift from the…
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Senator Thomas Alexander and Lowcountry community health leader Roland Gardner to receive Riley Institute’s South Carolina leadership awards
November 22, 2021Honorees will be recognized on January 18, 2022, in Columbia at the Riley Institute at Furman’s OneSouthCarolina Legislative and Civic Leadership Awards Dinner. Furman University’s Riley Institute has announced that…
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Gullah Geechee meals delivered from SkyMarket prepared by Chef BJ Dennis
November 20, 2021
Portion of proceeds benefit Lowcountry Food Bank Lowcountry Food Bank announced that SkyMarket partnered with Chef BJ Dennis on Wednesday to prepare authentic Gullah Geechee meals that were delivered to…
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Lindsay Taylor joins Dee Norton Child Advocacy Center as Director of Development and Communications
November 17, 2021
Dee Norton Child Advocacy Center, the region’s leading resource to prevent abuse, protect children and heal families, welcomes Lindsay Taylor in her new role as Director of Development and Communications.…
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Meeting Street Scholarship Fund application now open for class of 2022
November 16, 2021
The Meeting Street Scholarship Fund, a local resource developed to help high-achieving Charleston County School District graduates pay for college, is opening the next round of scholarship applications today, November…
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Meeting Street Scholarship Fund announces expansion and partnership with The Darla Moore Foundation
November 16, 2021
Expands scholarship availability to 26 high schools in eight new Pee Dee Region counties The Meeting Street Scholarship Fund, aimed at helping high-achieving graduates pay for college, recently announced a…
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SOAR disburses over $11 Million in loans to help south’s smallest businesses recover; nearly half to black-owned businesses
November 15, 2021
Economic recovery program built to support the South’s smallest businesses is reaching the underbanked; nearly 80% of loans have been made to businesses owned by women and entrepreneurs of color,…
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Colliers | South Carolina and LCK offices pledge $100,000 to United Way
November 15, 2021
Colliers and LCK offices across South Carolina participated in a “Turning the Page on Literacy in South Carolina” United Way campaign to raise dollars, collect books and volunteer for local…
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Hendrick Automotive Group presents Lowcountry Food Bank with $50,000 from year-long employee-fueled fund drive
November 9, 2021
NASCAR driver Kyle Larson was on-site to help celebrate Hendrick employee fund drive The Lowcountry Food Bank announced that Hendrick Automotive Group donated $50,000 on October 27 to help feed…
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Olympic Silver Medalist Raven Saunders announced as Grand Marshal for the Emancipation Proclamation Parade
November 8, 2021
Charleston Mayor John Tecklenburg today announced that 2020 Olympic Silver Medalist Raven Saunders will be the Grand Marshal for the 156th Annual Emancipation Proclamation Parade in Charleston set for Saturday, January…
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Camp Rise Above hosts second annual Homebrewed Harvest fundraiser
November 8, 2021
Camp Rise Above, the local nonprofit founded in Mt. Pleasant over ten years ago, is hosting its second annual Homebrewed Harvest fundraiser on November 14, 2021 at the brand new…
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One80 Place celebrates ninth annual Turkey and a $20 Drive
November 8, 2021Community invited to help kick off season of giving with annual drive supporting our homeless neighbors Generous community members looking to help out this holiday season are invited on Tuesday,…
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Boeing donates $150,000 to Lowcountry Food Bank to support childhood hunger programs
November 8, 2021
At a Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB) food distribution at Devon Forest Elementary School in Goose Creek recently, The Boeing Company announced a donation of $150,000 to LCFB’s childhood hunger programs.…
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The Red Shoe Society’s Online Auction is Open! 100% of proceeds benefit Ronald McDonald House Charities of Charleston
November 4, 2021
The Red Shoe Society of Charleston is hosting an online auction to raise some of the vital funds needed to support families with critically ill children staying at Ronald McDonald…
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Dee Norton Child Advocacy Center releases 2020 Annual Report
November 3, 2021
Dee Norton Child Advocacy Center, the region’s leading resource to prevent abuse, protect children and heal families, recently released their 2020 Annual Report, which highlights the services provided for 792…
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Charleston Beer Fest announces new “On Location” series
November 1, 2021
Although Lowcountry beer lovers will have to wait another year to celebrate Charleston Beer Fest (CBF) and all of its festivities, a new initiative has been put in place that…
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Register now for Trident United Way’s Days of Caring
November 1, 2021
Trident United Way’s most popular volunteer day of service is expanding from one to three days, now becoming Days of Caring. Registration is open for the Tri-County’s single-largest community service…
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Sisters of Charity Foundation awards $720,500 in grant funding
November 1, 2021
95 Nonprofits receive funding to eradicate poverty The Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina awarded 95 grants totaling $720,500 to South Carolina nonprofit organizations. Each organization is working to…
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Brookgreen Gardens announces recipient of 2021 John S. Rainey Philanthropy Award
October 27, 2021
Brookgreen Gardens, a National Historic Landmark, has announced Laura Jackson Hoy as the recipient of the 2021 John S. Rainey Philanthropy Award. The award, established in 2017, is named in…
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SC Thrive “46 Veteran Salute” call for nominations ends October 30th
October 26, 2021
SC Thrive, a statewide nonprofit, calls for nominations to honor 46 veterans across the state. This event, entitled “The 46 Veteran Salute” will recognize one veteran in each county in…
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Dee Norton Child Advocacy Center provides Halloween tips for parents and caregivers amid COVID-19 Halloween season
October 21, 2021
Dee Norton Child Advocacy Center, the region’s leading resource to prevent abuse, protect children and heal families, is sharing tips for parents and caregivers to consider to keep children safe…
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McDonald’s Drive Thru Challenge benefiting local Ronald McDonald House Charities is back
October 21, 2021
McDonald’s Hosts Second Annual Drive Thru Challenge & Sets Fundraising Goal to $2 Million The second annual McDonald’s Drive Thru Challenge has officially kicked off!! Now through December 12, Charleston-area…
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East Cooper Community Outreach
October 18, 2021
When local neighbors are facing financial hardship, ECCO is here to provide help and hope. Whether it’s one single service provided like food or financial assistance or years of walking…
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October brings opportunity to highlight the impact tissue donors have on breast cancer survivors
October 18, 2021
We Are Sharing Hope SC (SHSC), the state’s nonprofit organ and tissue recovery service, is going pink this October to recognize Breast Cancer Awareness month and celebrate the life-changing impact…
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Lasagna Night at Post House benefits program to help new moms
October 15, 2021
Postpartum Support Charleston has partnered with Mount Pleasant restaurant Post House for a fundraiser supporting its new program, Beyond Delivery. Lasagna Night at Post House is at 6 p.m. Tuesday,…
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Early childhood innovation grant to help local First Steps organizations assist hard-to-reach families from all economic backgrounds
October 15, 2021
Berkeley County First Steps, together with Charleston County First Steps and Dorchester County First Steps, has received a $198,000 grant from South Carolina First Steps to support the three agencies’…
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YWCA Greater Charleston’s #WhatWomenBring event to honor ten women leaders from nine industries
October 13, 2021
Ten of South Carolina’s top women leaders across nine industries will take the stage at YWCA Greater Charleston’s fourth annual #WhatWomenBring. The event will take place virtually at 11:00 a.m.…
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Trident United Way’s Women United Award winners praised for their power of resilience
October 13, 2021
Accomplished women from across the Tri-County got together to celebrate three special community leaders who are making a difference by honoring them as 2021 Women United Award winners. Back from…
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Summerville event raises $30,000 for local Alzheimer’s and dementia programs
October 13, 2021
The 22nd annual McElveen Race for The ARK was held on August 28, 2021 was a banner year, raising more than $30,000 with 400 participants. Race proceeds will benefit The…
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Gibbes Museum of Art receives Southeastern Museums Conference publication award
October 12, 2021
The Gibbes Museum of Art is pleased to announce they are a recipient of the 2021 Southeastern Museums Conference Gold Award in the Annual Reports Category for the publication of…
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Firefly Distillery releases throwback Raspberry Sweet Tea Vodka
October 12, 2021
In honor of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Firefly Distillery is partnering with Share Our Suzy Lowcountry, a lowcountry non-profit enhancing the quality of life for breast cancer patients in…
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Tri-County libraries celebrate Trident United Way’s 1000 Books Before Kindergarten
October 8, 2021
Trident United Way, Berkeley County Library System, Charleston County Public Library and Dorchester County Library are partnering to promote reading to children from birth to age five and improve regional…
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Governor McMaster joins Turning Leaf, a successful prison reentry program, to open second location in Columbia on October 27, 2021
October 7, 2021
A Grand Opening Celebration Featuring Governor McMaster and other Honored Guests planned at 630 Blue Ridge Terrace Turning Leaf, Charleston’s program that helps men who are at the highest risk…
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Rosen Hagood attorney Elizabeth Nicholson joins advisory board of Yo Art
October 6, 2021
Rosen Hagood is pleased to announce that attorney Elizabeth Nicholson has joined the board of Yo Art. “I’m honored to have the opportunity to serve on the board of Yo…
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Hire Me SC Employer Summit to coincide with National Disability Employment Awareness Month
October 6, 2021
The 2021 Hire Me SC Employer Summit is back on Wednesday, Oct. 13 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. as a virtual event through Zoom. The fifth annual event led…
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Dominion Energy partners with organization to install wheelchair ramps in Midlands homes
October 6, 2021
EmmanuWheel, a Midlands nonprofit that installs wheelchair ramps for mobility-impaired people, is among 26 South Carolina organizations to receive the latest round of Dominion Energy Critical Community Needs grants. Since…
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