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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Prisma Health Midlands Foundation welcomes Jeffery Faw as new Executive Director
December 12, 2022
Prisma Health Midlands Foundation today announced the selection of its new executive director, Jeffery Faw. Faw brings more than 30 years of extensive fundraising, development and sales experience to the…
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Dr. Lilly Filler, Chair of the South Carolina Council on the Holocaust to be keynote speaker at the State House Hanukkah Menorah Lighting – Dec 19
December 11, 2022
Dr. Lilly Filler, Chair of the South Carolina Council on the Holocaust will deliver the Keynote address at the 16th annual Isadore E. Lourie Hanukkah Menorah Lighting Ceremony at the…
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LRADAC’s Prevention Team recognized at the South Carolina Association of Prevention Professionals and Advocates statewide awards ceremony
December 9, 2022
The South Carolina Association of Prevention Professionals and Advocates (SCAPPA) held its 2022 statewide meeting and awards ceremony today to recognize high-standard substance misuse prevention efforts and prevention professionals who…
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Kelsey Bickley joins Main Street District as Director of Marketing
December 8, 2022
Main Street District announces Kelsey (Carmichael) Bickley is joining their team as Director of Marketing. Bickley is a marketing professional with over seven years of experience promoting the Columbia region…
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United Way of the Midlands’ Women in Philanthropy holds its annual Leadership Breakfast on December 16
December 8, 2022Women in Philanthropy (WIP), an engagement group associated with United Way of the Midlands, holds its annual Leadership Breakfast on Thursday, December 15 from 7:30 to 10:00 a.m. at The…
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Nonprofit registration now open for Midlands Gives, hosted by Central Carolina Community Foundation
December 7, 2022
Nonprofit registration is now open for Midlands Gives, the annual 18-hour online giving challenge and online giving platform hosted by Central Carolina Community Foundation. This year’s Midlands Gives Day will…
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Power:Ed awards $35,000 in scholarship support to SC State University
December 6, 2022The South Carolina State University Foundation has been awarded a $35,000 grant from Power:Ed to provide Graduate Assistance Program scholarships to deserving students. “Power:Ed, a philanthropy of South Carolina Student…
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Museum to remember Pearl Harbor on Saturday, Dec. 10
December 5, 2022
It was, as usual, a beautiful Sunday morning in Hawaii. But it didn’t last long. At 7:55 a.m., the first wave of Japanese warplanes came flying over the Waianae mountains.…
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Second Annual Home Works Hammer Classic to benefit roofing efforts for Veterans
December 2, 2022
Friday April 28 2023, South Carolina nonprofit Home Works will host the second annual Hammer Classic, a sporting clays fundraiser benefiting their mission of compassionate construction. The 2023 event will…
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Children Cancer Partners of the Carolinas and Strut for Kids announce merger
December 1, 2022
Forming a Robust Organization to Help Children and Families Battling Cancer Children’s Cancer Partners of the Carolinas (CCP), a nonprofit focused on serving children battling cancer across North and South…
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Tri-County STEMersion receives $25,000 grant from Power:Ed. Earmarked for expansion and development of new student camp
December 1, 2022Dorchester County Economic Development has been awarded a $25,000 grant on behalf of Tri-County STEMersion, a nonprofit created to link existing industry needs with local educators to implement high-demand STEM…
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United Way of the Midlands seeks participants for Blueprint for Leadership Class of 2023
November 28, 2022
United Way of the Midlands is accepting applications for Blueprint for Leadership, a comprehensive leadership and board development training program, today through December 18, 2022. Blueprint for Leadership is designed…
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Current and former CMA curators reflect on Kress collection
November 28, 2022
The Columbia Museum of Art presents A Conversation with Curators, a unique opportunity to learn about Renaissance and Baroque art from the experiences of two CMA curators, on Thursday, December…
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More Than Rhythm: A Black Music Series returns with Nicole Neely and The Black Exchange
November 21, 2022
Popular series turns focus to classical music The Columbia Museum of Art presents More Than Rhythm: A Black Music Series with Nicole Neely and The Black Exchange, the second concert…
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North Columbia project promotes peace with community action event series
November 21, 2022The North Columbia Youth Empowerment Initiative (NCYEI) joined Serve & Connect and its community partners to host the upcoming “Serving Up Thanks” series. The events are funded by the Byrnes…
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2022-23 South Carolina Annual Educator Supply & Demand Report
November 17, 2022The Center for Educator Recruitment, Retention, and Advancement (CERRA) has released its 2022-23 Annual Educator Supply and Demand Report. The report, which is attached to this email, is now a…
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Colliers | South Carolina and LCK offices pledge $101,783 to United Way
November 16, 2022
Colliers and LCK staff across South Carolina participated in a “Warming Hearts” United Way campaign to raise funds, collect winter clothing and volunteer for local non-profits Charleston/Columbia/Greenville/Spartanburg, SC – Colliers…
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Carolina Lights returns Dec. 3 at the South Carolina State Fairgrounds
November 15, 2022
The S.C. State Fair presents its fourth annual holiday drive-through lights show The South Carolina State Fair welcomes the holiday season with the return of Carolina Lights, its annual downtown drive-through holiday lights…
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Richland Library awarded Dominion Energy grant
November 15, 2022
$10K Grant Will Support Richland Library’s Social Justice Efforts Richland Library is the recipient of a $10,000 grant from Dominion Energy for our Let’s Talk Race programming. The grant is…
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The Big Red Barn Retreat receives $50,000 grant from lululemon Centre for Social Impact
November 14, 2022
The Big Red Barn Retreat (BRBR) is honored to announce it received a $50,000 grant from the lululemon Centre for Social Impact on September 6th, 2022 to support multiple programs…
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The CMA Gala serves cocktails, creativity, and community on December 3
November 11, 2022Celebrate and support the arts at the museum’s largest fundraiser of the year The Columbia Museum of Art is honoring creativity and community with a night of cocktails, conversation, dancing,…
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Sustain SC hires Policy Expert to lead Sustainability Study
November 7, 2022
Sustain SC welcomed Pam Martin as a Fellow on the organization’s growing team. This new role was created specifically for Martin, who will direct collaborative efforts around sustainable development goals…
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Communities In Schools is lighting the way for South Carolina’s public school students
November 3, 2022
Communities In Schools of South Carolina (CISSC), a leading provider of Integrated Student Supports across the country and in South Carolina’s Title I public schools, is hosting its annual event Illuminating…
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Lexington One Educational Foundation awards $10,000 in Michelin VEX Robotics Grants
November 3, 2022The Lexington County School District One Educational Foundation recently awarded $10,000 in Michelin VEX Robotics Grants to Lexington District One middle and high school VEX Robotics team. These grants are…
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AAF Midlands is hosting its annual Oyster Roast & Auction – Nov 17
November 1, 2022
The American Advertising Federation of the Midlands is hosting its annual Oyster Roast & Auction on Thursday, November 17th from 6-9pm at Swamp Cabbage Brewing Company. The Oyster Roast &…
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Sustain SC celebrates second class of SLI Fellows
November 1, 2022
Sustain SC announced the 2022-2023 class of Sustainability Leadership Initiative (SLI) fellows. It’s the second SLI class since the program launched last year in partnership between Sustain SC and the…
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Sisters of Charity Foundation of SC awards $837,000 in grants statewide
October 31, 2022
Nearly 30 nonprofits in the Midlands receive funding to reduce poverty in South Carolina The Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina has awarded grants totaling $837,000 to 100 nonprofit…
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SCORH’s Shannon Chambers wins national innovation award
October 31, 2022
Shannon Chambers, senior director of provider solutions at the South Carolina Office of Rural Health (SCORH), received the 2022 SORH Innovation Award from the National Organization of State Offices of…
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Sustain SC launches Land and Water Action Fund
October 27, 2022
Waites Island focus of first conservation project Sustain SC is thrilled to announce the launch of its Land and Water Action Fund, a new conservation fund dedicated to protecting South…
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CMA Chamber Music on Main premieres November 7 with all-star lineup
October 27, 2022
The Columbia Museum of Art announces the triumphant return of CMA Chamber Music on Main, the critically acclaimed, intimate concert series in which music and art blend together to create…
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The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Light The Night – November 3
October 25, 2022
At The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Light The Night we gather as a community to celebrate, honor, and remember those touched by blood cancers. Friends, families, schools, corporate teams, and…
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