Non Profit Minute – Ethel Bunch, Sustain SC
April 19, 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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BlueCross® BlueShield® of South Carolina Foundation awards 10-year grant to assist minority students pursuing medicine
April 16, 2021
The BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina Foundation and the Levi S. Kirkland, Sr., MD Society will continue investing in medical education at the University of South Carolina (UofSC) School of…
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Trident United Way Sing United is finding musical talent and raising money for our community – top 32 starts now
April 15, 2021
Today, competition brackets are being released for top 32 contestants who entered Trident United Way’s virtual fundraising competition: Sing United. Nearly 50 artists took part in an initial “play in”…
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Junior Achievement of Greater South Carolina inducts three new South Carolina Business Hall of Fame Laureates
April 14, 2021Junior Achievement of Greater South Carolina announced three new Laureates inducted to the South Carolina Business Hall of Fame, a distinction which honors lifetime achievement for those who have made…
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Governor Henry McMaster appoints Robin Price to the SC School for the Deaf and the Blind Board of Commissioners
April 14, 2021
Governor Henry McMaster has appointed Robin Holden Price of Columbia to the Board of Commissioners of the SC School for the Deaf and the Blind (SCSDB) where she will represent…
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Hendrick Automotive Group donates $35,000 to Lowcountry Food Bank to fight hunger in our community
April 13, 2021
The Lowcountry Food Bank announced that Hendrick Automotive Group donated $35,000 today to help feed food insecure neighbors in the Charleston Tri-County community. In addition to today’s donation, Hendrick Automotive…
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Non Profit Minute – Erin Ulmer, Camp Rise Above
April 13, 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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Edisto Island Open Land Trust
April 9, 2021
Edisto Island Open Land Trust was organized in 1994 by concerned locals and property owners who feared Edisto was destined to become overdeveloped and lost to commercialization like many other…
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SCBIO CEO Konduros accepts new leadership position, COO Erin Ford appointed interim CEO by SCBIO Board of Directors
April 7, 2021
Exiting CEO credited with reinvigorating organization, building team and investor base to “take South Carolina life sciences to an entirely new level”; SCBIO to conduct national search for new CEO…
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Edisto Island Open Land Trust hires new Donor Relations Manager
April 7, 2021
Edisto Island Open Land Trust is pleased to welcome Tapley Garrison Baxter as the new Donor Relations Manager. Tapley is originally from North Carolina but has made South Carolina her…
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100% of local nonprofit staff recognized as Certified Dementia Practitioners
April 6, 2021
Respite Care Charleston (RCC) announced all regular staff have been recognized as Certified Dementia Practitioners (CDP) by the National Council of Certified Dementia Practitioners (NCCDP). Executive Director Sara Perry, Program…
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Original Six Foundation raises $300,000 for rural South Carolina education
April 6, 2021The Original Six Foundation (O6 Foundation) announced nearly $300,000 supporting educational programs for students in South Carolina’s rural school districts. Nearly 80 participants from businesses and organizations across the southeast…
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Dee Norton Child Advocacy Center kicks off National Child Abuse Prevention Awareness Month
March 31, 2021
Charleston, S.C. – Dee Norton Child Advocacy Center, the region’s leading resource to prevent abuse, protect children and heal families, is rallying the Lowcountry in support of National Child Abuse…
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Lowcountry Land Trust hires new chief advancement officer
March 31, 2021
Lowcountry Land Trust has hired Meg O’Halloran as chief advancement officer. She will work on the strategic direction of advancement initiatives, including designing and implementing the annual and long-term comprehensive…
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SCMEP generates $3 Billion statewide economic impact
March 30, 2021
SCMEP works with 400 SC manufacturers to advance the state’s economic impact The South Carolina Manufacturing Extension Partnership (SCMEP) released its record-breaking annual report numbers, resulting in a statewide economic…
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International African American Museum names new CEO
March 24, 2021
The International African American Museum has found the final piece for the massive global project that will change the landscape of African American history and its curation. Seventeen months after…
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Postpartum Support Charleston hosts Virtual Moms’ Run – May 3-9
March 24, 2021
In light of the continuing COVID pandemic, area nonprofit Postpartum Support Charleston will host its 18th annual Moms’ Run virtually this year. Event organizers anticipate being able to resume an…
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The Duke Endowment announces $1.5 million gift to One SC Fund: COVID-19 Response
March 23, 2021
Applications for the first round of grants are open through March 31 The Duke Endowment approved $1.5 million to support South Carolinians impacted by the coronavirus crisis. This is the…
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Charleston Parks Conservancy launches litter cleanup program
March 19, 2021
In an effort to address citizen concerns about trash on the West Ashley Greenway and Bikeway, the Charleston Parks Conservancy is launching a volunteer litter cleanup program. In April, the…
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Eleven81 Partners with YEScarolina to benefit Summer Entrepreneurship Camps in Charleston, SC
March 19, 2021$1 of each featured Kitchen Karma item at Eleven81 will be donated to YEScarolina through April. Now through April 30th, Eleven81 in the Market at Oakland in Mount Pleasant has partnered with…
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Camp Ho-Non-Wah Wild Game Dinner & Skeet Sheet – March 27
March 18, 2021
The Coastal Carolina Council, in conjunction with Camp No-Non-Wah Alumni Association, will host its first annual Wild Game Dinner & Skeet Shoot on Saturday, March 27, 2021 to benefit programs at…
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The National Football League makes a donation through the Helmet Decal Recognition Program to the International African American Museum
March 18, 2021
NFL Players Making a Change This past month, the National Football League (NFL) made a donation to the International African American Museum as a part of its Helmet Decal Program.…
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Trident United Way analysis shows help requests are still high one year since COVID-19 hit SC
March 18, 2021
Unemployment rate is nearly 2.5% higher than pre-pandemic One year since South Carolina schools and businesses halted due to COVID-19, new numbers from Trident United Way show the lasting impacts…
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Lowcountry Food Bank earns coveted 4-star rating from Charity Navigator
March 15, 2021
The Lowcountry Food Bank’s (LCFB) strong financial health and commitment to accountability and transparency have earned it a 4-star rating from Charity Navigator, America’s largest independent charity evaluator. This is…
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Lowcountry Food Bank welcomes new employees
March 12, 2021
The Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB), whose mission is to lead the fight against hunger throughout the 10 coastal counties of South Carolina, is pleased to announce that several staff members…
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RMHC Charleston’s Red Shoe Society hosts March Madness Bracket Challenge
March 12, 2021
Do you love March Madness? Do you love RMHC Charleston? Well then we’ve got the perfect thing for you! Join the Red Shoe Society for some friendly competition during March…
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SeamonWhiteside adapts amid pandemic to support Lowcountry Heart Walk event
March 11, 2021
SeamonWhiteside, a full-service land design firm with offices throughout the Carolinas, recently participated in the Lowcountry Heart Walk benefiting the American Heart Association. SeamonWhiteside raised $11,382 to help contribute to…
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International African American Museum launches first digital exhibit
March 11, 2021
This past Black History Month, the International African American Museum and Google Arts & Culture launched their first collaborative digital experience, which offers audience members a chance to take a…
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Liberty Fellowship accepting nominations for the Class of 2023
March 10, 2021
Liberty Fellowship is accepting online nominations through July 1 for its 16th Class of Fellows. “We look forward to receiving nominations from across the state and announcing the new class…
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22nd Annual Lowcountry Food Bank Chefs’ Feast raises over $380,000 to fight childhood hunger
March 10, 2021
The Lowcountry Food Bank held its 22nd annual Chefs’ Feast: Home Edition on Saturday, February 27th, 2021 as an online, live event. During COVID-19, much of our community has worked…
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Non Profit Minute – Winslow Hastie, Historic Charleston Foundation
March 8, 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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No Kid Hungry campaign supports rural grantee cohort: Lowcountry Food Bank receives funding
March 8, 2021
As part of its ongoing efforts to reduce food insecurity in rural communities, No Kid Hungry, a national campaign of Share Our Strength, has invested a total of $438,000 across…
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Historic Charleston Foundation welcomes new Board Members
March 7, 2021
Historic Charleston Foundation introduced Jimmy Gallant, Kathleen Hagood, Elijah Heyward and Anthony Jackson, who were recently elected to the Historic Charleston Foundation Board of Trustees. Rev. Jimmy Gallant pastor and founder…
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City of Charleston, Charleston Habitat for Humanity break ground on new affordable housing
March 4, 2021Charleston Mayor John Tecklenburg, Charleston Habitat for Humanity Executive Director Lynn Bowley and future Habitat homeowners were on hand for a groundbreaking of a new affordable single family home located…
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Lowcountry Food Bank honors contributions of Hendrick Automotive Group
March 2, 2021Lowcountry Food Bank Names its Reclamation Room in Honor of Hendrick Automotive Group; The Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB) last week named its Charleston Food Reclamation Room in honor of the…
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Dee Norton Child Advocacy Center shares summer safety tips for parents and caregivers
March 1, 2021
Dee Norton Child Advocacy Center, the region’s leading resource to prevent abuse, protect children and heal families, is sharing safety tips for parents and caregivers to consider as camps, childcare…
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FREE online tax filing just opened – Trident United Way & SC Thrive urge using convenient option
February 26, 2021
Free service saves $200 on average in filing and tax prep fees Trident United Way and partner SC Thrive’s free tax filing portal has just opened and Tri-County residents could…
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Reminder: Lowcountry Food Bank announces its 22nd Annual Chefs’ Feast to Fight Childhood Hunger – It’s Virtual! This Saturday, Feb. 27
February 25, 2021You can choose how you wish to participate in Chefs’ Feast 2021: Register to watch the live Chefs’ Feast show on February 27 for free at http://www.lowcountryfoodbank.org. You can simply…
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The Green Heart Project announces the second year of its youth internship program
February 22, 2021
The Green Heart Project, a local nonprofit focused on education, healthy food, and community, has opened applications for their summer Youth Internship Program. This opportunity is open to any high…
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Lowcountry Food Bank names new board chair and six new board members
February 22, 2021
The Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB) announced a new board chair, Monica Scott, and six new board members: Rev. Dr. Byron Benton, James Chilton, Jr., Lindsey Douglas, Maria Mungo, Joel Smith…
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Non Profit Minute – Kristine Neal, We Are Sharing Hope SC
February 22, 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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Charleston Parks Conservancy announces new leadership
February 19, 2021
The Charleston Parks Conservancy has hired Tom McGuire as its executive director. McGuire comes to the Conservancy from Washington, D.C., where he served as the executive director of the Friends…
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Lowcountry Food Bank names new board chair and new board members
February 18, 2021
The Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB) today announced a new board chair, Monica Scott, and five new board members: Rev. Dr. Byron Benton, Lindsey Douglas, Maria Mungo, Joel Smith and D.…
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Nancye Bailey earns Certified Association Executive credential
February 16, 2021
ASAE has announced that Nancye Bailey, President of NDB Association & Event Management, has earned the Certified Association Executive (CAE®) designation. The CAE is the highest professional credential in the…
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Charleston Promise Neighborhood receives $50,000 grant
February 15, 2021
As a result of its continual pursuit of intentional philanthropy, a family long known for its generosity to the under-served saw a great need in an under-resourced corridor of Charleston,…
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Alzheimer’s Association selects South Carolinians for National Early-Stage Advisory Group
February 14, 2021
The Alzheimer’s Association has selected Greenville resident Maria Turner and Clover resident Laurie Waters to serve on its 2020-2021 National Early-Stage Advisory Group (ESAG). Turner and Waters were chosen from…
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YWCA Greater Charleston’s WE 360° program brings business growth to women entrepreneurs of color
February 9, 2021
On February 15, 2021, YWCA Greater Charleston will begin its fourth WE 360° workshop series for women entrepreneurs of color. The WE 360° program, which the nonprofit offered three times…
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The Hive receives $10K grant from Allstate Foundation to support survivors during COVID-19 pandemic
February 8, 2021
Funded by The Allstate Foundation, Local Organization Provides Economic and Emergency Relief to Survivors of Color Impacted During COVID-19 Pandemic The Hive Community Circle, a local cultural-specific peer advocacy non-profit…
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Trident United Way President & CEO Chloe Knight Tonney selected to become Riley Fellow
February 8, 2021
Trident United Way President & CEO Chloe Knight Tonney is joining leaders across the state to participate in the Diversity Leaders Initiative (DLI) at Furman University’s Riley Institute. Knight Tonney…
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Lowcountry Food Bank announces its 22nd Annual Chefs’ Feast to fight childhood hunger
February 8, 2021
The Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB) announced today that its 22nd annual Chefs’ Feast gala will be held on Saturday, February 27th, 2021 at 7:00 p.m. as an online, live event.…
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