SBA Alternative Work Site opens at Spartanburg Community College
March 17, 2021The U.S. Small Business Administration South Carolina District Office celebrated the grand opening of the Spartanburg Alternative Work Site (AWS), located at the Spartanburg Community College (SCC) Spark Center. The…
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Non Profit Minute – Kim Fabian, Greenville Center for Creative Arts
March 16, 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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Just Say Something hold holiday Honey Baked Ham Fundraiser – April 4
March 15, 2021
Just Say Something is holding an online, Honey Baked Ham Fundraiser now through Easter, Sunday, April 4, 2021. It centers around holidays that involve families sitting down together to eat…
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Harvest Hope Food Bank welcomes new CEO, Erinn Rowe
March 15, 2021
Erinn Rowe, the former Harvest Hope Food Bank Board Chair, has officially joined the organization as CEO effective today. Erinn had served on the Harvest Hope board since 2015. From…
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National Smithsonian traveling exhibition now open in City of Westminster
March 12, 2021The City of Westminster has been selected as the only upstate stop for displaying the SC Humanities “Water/Ways” Exhibit. The Exhibit is now open at the Historic Westminster Train Depot,…
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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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Non Profit Minute – Phil Clark, Just Say Something
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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2021 UI Spring Foreign Language Class Registration is Open – Classes taught online and in-person at Upstate International
March 8, 2021
Spring Language classes start in two weeks at Upstate International. With 40 different classes and over 10 different languages to choose from: American Sign Language, Chinese, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese,…
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Greenville Housing Fund receives $250,000 from TD Charitable Foundation to address rental burden crisis
March 4, 2021
Greenville Housing Fund has been named one of 32 recipients of the 15th Annual Housing For Everyone grant program from the TD Charitable Foundation, the charitable giving arm of TD…
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Greenville Women Giving SHEro campaign recognizes inspirational women
March 3, 2021
In each of our lives, there have been women on whose shoulders we stand, who have guided us, encouraged us, shown us the way, empowered us, and made an unforgettable…
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Just Say Something 2021 Board of Directors announced
February 26, 2021
In 2021, Just Say Something (JSS) announces two new members to its Board of Directors. With its new and returning board members, JSS looks forward to continuing its mission of…
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South Carolina Search & Rescue Dog Association assists in search for mass graves at Revolutionary War battle of Hayes Station site
February 25, 2021
South Carolina Search & Rescue Dog Association (SCSARDA), a non-profit, all-volunteer professional search and rescue team dedicated to finding missing people with highly trained search dogs, has assisted in a…
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More than 2,000 acres protected by Upstate Forever in 2020
February 25, 2021
Nonprofit organization announces conservation easements placed on 2,176 acres last year Greenville- and Spartanburg-based conservation organization Upstate Forever protected 2,176 acres of private and public farmlands, forests, and greenspace across…
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The Barbara Stone Foundation grant applications due March 15, 2021
February 24, 2021
The Barbara Stone Foundation, a non-profit organization focused on supporting visionary and creative programs for individuals with disabilities, has opened the application window for Upstate non-profits to apply for grants.…
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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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Just Say Something hosts 33rd Annual Red Ribbon Classic Golf Tournament
February 21, 2021
Just Say Something will be hosting their 33rd Annual Red Ribbon Classic Golf Tournament on Monday, March 29th at the Thornblade Club, 1275 Thornblade Blvd, Greer, SC 29650-4515. Located in…
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Greenville Area Parkinson Society
February 17, 2021The Greenville Area Parkinson Society (GAPS) is a local non-profit organization that offers support, education, and advocacy to people living with Parkinson’s Disease, their caregivers, spouses, and families.
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South Carolina Search & Rescue Dog Association assists in search at historic graveyard at Lebanon Presbyterian Church in Abbeville, SC
February 17, 2021South Carolina Search & Rescue Dog Association (SCSARDA), a non-profit, all-volunteer professional search and rescue team dedicated to finding missing people with highly trained search dogs, has assisted in a…
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A Child’s Haven
February 17, 2021
A Child’s Haven is a 501(c)(3) organization that treats children with developmental delays as a result of limited resources, abuse, or neglect, and provides support and education for both the…
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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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Non Profit Minute – Kamber Parker, Greenville Area Parkinson Society
February 15, 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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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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Greenville Center for Creative Arts welcomes Melissa Huff as Development Director
February 12, 2021
The Greenville Center for Creative Arts (GCCA) has named Melissa Huff as its Development Director. As the newest member of the GCCA team, Melissa brings over 17 years of experience…
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YMCA of Greenville expands outreach program for food insecure families to Eastside
February 10, 2021
Food program born from the critical need exacerbated by COVID-19 and job loss in 2020 has grown its operation to serve the Eastside community YMCA of Greenville is addressing critical…
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Spartanburg leaders issue community-wide Kindness Challenge
February 9, 2021
Following the City’s annual Unity Week, community partners have come together to issue a community-wide Kindness Challenge kicking off February 8th with a press conference in downtown Spartanburg. Each year,…
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Announcing Greenville Mom Collective
February 9, 2021
Believing strongly all types of mothers should be recognized and supported, Natalie Welanetz is launching Greenville Mom Collective. This new, local parenting resource will help connect and encourage mothers in…
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Non Profit Minute – Sarah Shoemaker, International Ballet
February 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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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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Aimee Clark joins Healthy Learners as community manager for Upstate
February 8, 2021
Healthy Learners has named Aimee Clark as community manager for its Healthy Learners Upstate program, which currently covers students in Greenwood County. Healthy Learners is devoted to removing children’s Health…
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Rebuild Upstate adds three new members to its Board of Directors
February 8, 2021
Three members of the Upstate business community have joined the Rebuild Upstate board of directors. The new board members are Peggy Chamblee of Countybank, Preston Ogelsby of Brasfield & Gorrie,…
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Ten at the Top welcomes new board members
February 4, 2021
Ten at the Top is pleased to announce the addition of 14 new board members for the 2021-2023 term. Each new member participated in one of the TATT New Board…
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Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Carolinas Board of Directors appoints three new Board Members
February 2, 2021
Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) of the Carolinas is pleased to announce the appointment of Jodi Cooper, Deanna Palmer and Anand Patel to the Board of Directors. Jodi Cooper is…
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Girl Scouts of South Carolina – Mountains to Midlands announces new Board of Directors Members
February 2, 2021
Girl Scouts of South Carolina – Mountains to Midlands has announced the election of three new members to the Board of Directors serving a 22-county jurisdiction. The three new members…
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South Carolina Planned Giving Council welcomes three new board members
February 1, 2021
The South Carolina Planned Giving Council recently announced the addition of three new board members as well as a new slate of officers. Michelle Hardy, Benita Hopkins and Daniel Prohaska…
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Junior League of Greenville’s Shop for Greenville
January 31, 2021
Scheduled for January 31 through February 9 Discount Cards Are Now Available for Purchase The Junior League of Greenville’s (JLG) fourth annual Shop for Greenville event will be held from…
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Countybank reaches goal of $5,000 for debit card donation swipe campaign
January 28, 2021
Countybank is excited to announce the results of its first debit card swipe campaign that occurred throughout December 2020. The bank reached its maximum contribution goal of $5,000. “We could…
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YMCA of Greenville announces 2021 Annual Campaign goal with a vision to deepen its impact in the community
January 28, 2021
2021 Annual Campaign funds will carry out the Y’s mission at a time when community need is higher than ever YMCA of Greenville announced its 2021 Annual Campaign goal of…
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S.C. Institute of Medicine and Public Health and DHEC release COVID-19 2020 Summary Report
January 27, 2021
Report explores the impact of the coronavirus on South Carolina since March 2020 The South Carolina Institute of Medicine and Public Health (IMPH) and the South Carolina Department of Health…
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Non Profit Minute – Rochelle Williams, SC Governor’s School for the Arts & Humanities Foundation
January 26, 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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Tax season delay may cause financial burden for families in the Upstate
January 25, 2021
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) announced that this year’s tax season start, which usually occurs in January, is delayed to February 12. Following a year of increased financial hardship for…
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Make-A-Wish South Carolina recognizes eight women in South Carolina for philanthropic achievement
January 24, 2021On January 21, 2021, Make-A-Wish® South Carolina had the pleasure of recognizing eight South Carolina women for their philanthropic achievements via a virtual award ceremony. Each dynamic woman was a…
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Federation of Families of South Carolina to hold Statewide Art Contest for the South Carolina Children’s Mental Health Awareness Poster
January 21, 2021
Did you know that 1 in 5 children and youth in South Carolina experiences a mental health condition in a given year? The Federation of Families of South Carolina (FFSC)…
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Financial Planning Association of South Carolina announces new Board Member
January 20, 2021
The Financial Planning Association of South Carolina announced that William Hardaway, III, CPA, PFS, CFP has joined the Board of Directors. Hardaway is from Florence and has been employed with…
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Countybank and Greenwood Capital donate $48,385 to United Way Greenville
January 19, 2021Countybank and Greenwood Capital donated $48,385 as part of their annual campaign to United Way of Greenville County. Associates from both organizations made personal pledge donations totaling $38,385 as part…
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The South Carolina Wildlife Federation Board of Directors poised for progress during 90-year anniversary with appointment of new Members and Emeritus Board Members recognition
January 15, 2021
The South Carolina Wildlife Federation (SCWF) is enthused to welcome six new leaders to their state-wide Board of Directors: Mallory Daily (Clemson), Cameron Foster (Lexington), Rosemary Martin-Jones (Ridgeway), Digit Matheny…
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Home Works of America welcomes three new board members in 2021
January 15, 2021Home Works of America is pleased to announce the addition of three new members to its Board of Directors: -Russell Austin, Financial Advisor | Edward Jones – Spartanburg -Gabrielle…
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S.C. Institute of Medicine and Public Health names Dick Wilkerson new board chair
January 13, 2021
New board chair and four board members join the IMPH board of directors The South Carolina Institute of Medicine and Public Health (IMPH) is proud to announce the naming of…
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The Center for Developmental Services announces Matching Gift Challenge
January 13, 2021
The Center for Developmental Services (CDS) announces a Matching Gift Challenge to launch a New Year of Hope. Dr. Bill Schmidt and his wife Jean have pledged to match donations…
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Upstate Mediation Center announces 2020 Peacemaker Award
January 11, 2021
The Upstate Mediation Center (“UMC”) is pleased to announce the 2020 Peacemaker Award recipient is Meliah Bowers Jefferson. Ms. Jefferson was nominated for her work in organizing the Lawyers Standing…
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Greenville Center for Creative Arts elects new members to its board of directors
January 8, 2021
The Greenville Center for Creative Arts (GCCA) announced six new members elected to its board of directors. • Diana Farfan, Ceramic Sculpture Artist • Sam Jenkins, Project Manager, Cely Construction…
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