Southeastern Wildlife Exposition cancels February event
January 5, 2021
The Southeastern Wildlife Exposition (SEWE), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, has announced it will not move forward with hosting its 2021 event in February. The 39th annual event was originally scheduled…
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Lowcountry Food Bank receives end of year 2020 gift from D. Michael and Pam Wilson
January 4, 2021
The Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB) announced today that Michael and Pam Wilson have provided a $50,000 donation toward COVID-19 food relief. The donation will be used to purchase and distribute…
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Vantage Point Foundation recognized with the 2020 Boeing Veterans Leadership Award
December 22, 2020
Charleston-based nonprofit organization Vantage Point Foundation announced this week that it has been awarded the 2020 Boeing Veterans Leadership Award by the South Carolina Chamber of Commerce. The award is…
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The Sierra Club of South Carolina announces new Chair
December 21, 2020
The South Carolina Sierra Club announced today the election of Dr. Bruce K. Cole as the new chair of its state executive committee. Dr. Cole is Managing Director of Palmetto…
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Lowcountry Food Bank announces Nick Osborne as new President & CEO
December 16, 2020
The Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB), whose mission is to lead the fight against hunger in the ten coastal counties of South Carolina, announced today that Nick Osborne has been named…
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YWCA Greater Charleston announces 2021 MLK celebration theme and summit keynote speaker
December 16, 2020
The capstone event of Charleston’s 10-day Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration, the largest and longest-running event of its kind in South Carolina, will be headlined next month by…
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Coastal Community Foundation receives $1 million from Facebook for grantmaking to Black communities, Black-led organizations in Tri-County region
December 15, 2020
Coastal Community Foundation of South Carolina announces that it is one of 20 community foundations in the United States to receive $1 million from Facebook to manage grantmaking programs supporting…
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YWCA Greater Charleston welcomes equity training coordinator, youth empowerment & engagement coordinator; announces Director of Programs
December 9, 2020
YWCA Greater Charleston has welcomed Tori Burke-Koskela as equity training coordinator, replacing racial equity coordinator Tina L. Singleton, who has been promoted to director of programs. On December 14, the…
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Fetter Health Care Network offers rapid COVID-19 testing beginning Dec. 8
December 5, 2020
Fetter Health Care Network (Fetter) has announced its COVID-19 testing clinic schedule for the month of December along with the addition of rapid testing, beginning on Tuesday, Dec. 8. The…
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Southeastern Wildlife Exposition (SEWE)
December 3, 2020
Since 1983, Southeastern Wildlife Exposition (SEWE) has proudly presented the finest in wildlife art and the sporting life. Held in Charleston, South Carolina, SEWE is one of the longest running…
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Tickets launch for the Annual Lowcountry Oyster Festival
December 1, 2020
The Charleston Restaurant Foundation (CRF) is pleased to announce that tickets to the world’s largest oyster festival – the 38th Annual Lowcountry Oyster Festival – are now available for purchase…
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Support Lowcountry lands and waters on GivingTuesday
December 1, 2020
Lowcountry Land Trust is participating in the global generosity movement Giving Tuesday, raising money to further its work preserving vital Lowcountry lands and waterways. Dottie’s Pharmacy has pledged to match…
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Non Profit Minute – Beth Amodio, One Warm Coat
December 1, 2020
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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SeamonWhiteside Landscape Architecture Team Leader Mary Martinich joins Charleston Moves Board
November 24, 2020
SeamonWhiteside (SW+), a civil engineering and landscape architecture firm, announced its Landscape Architecture Team Leader Mary Martinich as the newest board member of the local nonprofit Charleston Moves. Mary’s 10…
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Charleston Animal Society 20th Annual Chili Cook-off is a smashing success
November 23, 2020
Hank and Laurel Greer, Coastal Pain Care Announce Surprise Gifts Emmy® winning Lucky Dog host Brandon McMillan, Veterinary Specialty Care, Crews Subaru of Charleston and remarkable fundraising teams joined forces…
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Lowcountry Land Trust protects more land in the ACE Basin
November 23, 2020
The Lowcountry Land Trust has announced the permanent protection of 14 acres of critical land in the ACE Basin. A conservation easement was donated to the Land Trust by owners…
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Lowcountry Food Bank announces new Nutrition Policy
November 23, 2020
Nutrition policy guides LCFB food procurement and distribution for those who struggle with hunger in the Lowcountry The Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB), whose mission is to lead the fight against…
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One SC Fund awards $426,600 for hurricane relief
November 22, 2020
Grants bring total to more than $8.5 million distributed to nonprofits since the fund’s inception The One SC Fund Hurricane Response Committee has awarded $426,600 in grants to 11 organizations…
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Local CEO honored with international management award
November 12, 2020
Palmetto Goodwill President & CEO Robert Smith has been honored with the 2020 Kenneth K. King Outstanding Management Award for Executive Excellence, the most prestigious leadership award presented by Goodwill Industries…
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Non Profit Minute – KP Papadimitriou, Ronald McDonald House Charities of Charleston
November 11, 2020
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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Trident United Way and AmeriCorps partner to help veterans at One80 Place
November 9, 2020
Trident United Way and its AmeriCorps members are leading an effort to honor those who have served our country and are in need. A simple click on a mouse or…
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Lowcountry Food Bank announces $12,000 Dean and Laurie Hubbs matching gift challenge to support veterans’ food relief programs
November 9, 2020
Your gift makes twice the impact for Veteran’s Day Wednesday, November 11 through Friday, November 13, 2020 The Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB) announced today a $12,000 matching gift challenge by…
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Latin Night comes to Firefly Distillery!
November 9, 2020
For the remaining 2020 Charleston Jazz Orchestra Season 12 performances, Charleston Jazz, REV Federal Credit Union and Firefly Distillery are excited to partner together to present the CJO LIVE AT…
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Grand Strand hospitals choose new blood provider
November 5, 2020
Non-profit, community blood center expands along South Carolina coast The Blood Connection (TBC), a Greenville, SC based community blood center, became the exclusive blood provider for Grand Strand Regional Medical…
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The Salvation Army & Trident United Way ask you to Round Up at Harris Teeter
November 3, 2020
The Tri-County’s two most-respected names in service to community are teaming with Harris Teeter for the Round Up Campaign, which invites shoppers to round up purchases to the nearest dollar.…
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Colliers International | South Carolina and LCK offices pledge $82,298 to United Way
November 2, 2020
Colliers and LCK offices across South Carolina participated in a virtual “Together We Can” United Way campaign to raise dollars and collect canned goods for local communities Colliers International |…
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TD Charitable Foundation awards Lowcountry Food Bank $5,000 to fight childhood hunger
October 28, 2020
The Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB) announced today that the TD Charitable Foundation, the charitable giving arm of TD Bank, America’s Most Convenient Bank has donated $5,000 to support LCFB’s BackPack…
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Charleston Jazz Orchestra Season 13 announced
October 27, 2020
Charleston Jazz announced Season 13 for the Charleston Jazz Orchestra (CJO). 2021 CJO Season 13 will feature a lineup of performances to include a musical timeline of the history of…
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Act UNITED for more affordable housing
October 26, 2020
By Sarah DeWolf Trident United Way, Public Policy Committee Chair You can make a difference this election day by supporting affordable housing in the form of two referenda in Charleston…
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Lowcountry Food Bank receives $10,000 donation from the Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation
October 26, 2020
The Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB) announced today a $10,000 grant from The Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation to help provide hunger-relief to Lowcountry children. The LCFB will use the funding…
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Lowcountry Food Bank receives $29,100 donation from the Arby’s Foundation to Fight Hunger
October 21, 2020
The Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB), a member of the Feeding America network, announced today two grants from the Arby’s Foundation. A $27,100 grant award supports the LCFB BackPack Buddies program,…
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RMHC Charleston 2020 Helicopter Ball Drop
October 21, 2020Sponsored by Fly-In Helicopters Just $50 for a chance to win $5,000! Purchase a golf ball for just $50, and you will receive a chance to win $5,000 at the…
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Horses and Humans Research Foundation announces new Interim Executive Director, Pebbles Turbeville from Fripp Island, SC
October 14, 2020
Horses and Humans Research Foundation Welcomes New Interim Executive Director, Pebbles Turbeville to the Team Horses and Humans Research Foundation (HHRF) announced that Pebbles Turbeville will be joining the HHRF…
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City of Charleston to host school supply distribution drive-thru on October 18
October 13, 2020The city of Charleston will host a school supply distribution drive-thru on Sunday, October 18, 2020 from 2 to 4 p.m. at Arthur W. Christopher Community Center, located at 265…
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Lowcountry Local First announces national search for new Executive Director
October 13, 2020
Jamee Haley to step down after leading the nonprofit organization for nearly 15 years Lowcountry Local First (LLF) will launch a nationwide search for a new Executive Director, as founding…
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CCSD staff members to participate in Racial Equity Institute training
October 13, 2020Around 300 Charleston County School District staff members will take part in Racial Equity Institute (REI) workshops offered in partnership with YWCA Greater Charleston (YWCA.GC). CCSD staff in leadership and…
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Lowcountry Food Bank welcomes new employees
October 13, 2020
The Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB), whose mission is to lead the fight against hunger throughout the 10 coastal counties of South Carolina, announced that several new staff members have come…
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Charleston Parks Conservancy
October 13, 2020
Our mission is to inspire the people of Charleston to connect with their parks and together create stunning public spaces and a strong community. We are currently active in 20…
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Tallo and Jobs for America’s Graduates partner to prevent a COVID-driven dropout crisis
October 8, 2020
With virtual learning likely to increase dropout rates, planning for the future is key Jobs for America’s Graduates (JAG) is partnering with Tallo, a digital platform that connects talent with…
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Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired South Carolina announces October as ABVI Awareness Month
October 6, 2020
During the month of October, the Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired South Carolina (ABVI) is promoting awareness for the more than 15,000 adults who are blind or visually…
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Live Jazz + Firefly Cocktails + Lowcountry scenery
October 2, 2020
Limited number of tickets available for the CJO live performances at Firefly Distillery CHARLESTON, SC – For the remaining 2020 Charleston Jazz Orchestra Season 12 performances, Charleston Jazz, REV Federal…
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Adrienne Fairwell selected to become Riley Fellow
October 1, 2020
South Carolina ETV and Public Radio assistant general manager joins a network of more than 2,300 leaders committed to creating social and economic progress in South Carolina Adrienne Fairwell of…
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Trident United Way working to inform Tri-County high cost of living
September 28, 2020Self Sufficiency Standard study highlights our region as one of the highest costs of living areas in S.C., further emphasizing the vital work Trident United Way does to improve…
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American Heart Association to celebrate Hard Hats with Heart event
September 28, 2020The American Heart Association is teaming up with HITT Contracting, SeamonWhiteside and Frampton Construction to raise awareness about heart disease and stroke in the construction industry. The “Hard Hats with…
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Lowcountry Food Bank receives $11,000 donation from the Darden Foundation to Fight Hunger
September 28, 2020
The Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB), a member of the Feeding America network, announced today a $11,000 grant from The Darden Foundation to help provide hunger relief to Lowcountry families. The…
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Blinktbi among 2020 InnoVision awards finalists
September 27, 2020
InnoVision Awards recognizes innovation in South Carolina annually through its InnoVision Awards program. This year, InnoVision received a record number of applications reflecting both the strength of the innovation economy…
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InnoVision Awards announces 2020 award finalists
September 27, 2020
InnoVision Awards recognizes innovation in South Carolina annually through its InnoVision Awards program. This year, InnoVision received a record number of applications reflecting both the strength of the innovation economy…
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RMHC Charleston’s Red Shoe Society will host Virtual Trivia on October 1st
September 25, 2020
Our Red Shoe Society invites you to join them for Virtual Trivia on Thursday October 1st at 7:00pm. Test your knowledge, compete with friends, and connect with the community all…
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Lowcountry Food Bank receives $22,112 donation from Crews Subaru and Subaru of America
September 24, 2020
The Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB) announced that it received a $22,112 donation from Crews Subaru to help feed Lowcountry neighbors who struggle with hunger. A check presentation was held at…
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Together SC announces new board members, selected by South Carolina nonprofits
September 23, 2020
Together SC, the state’s network of nonprofit organizations and their allies for good, recently announced four new board members elected by its nonprofit member organizations from across South Carolina. They…
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