Bank of America supports Junior Achievement of Greater South Carolina in the Midlands and Low Country
June 21, 2018The Bank of America Foundation has made a $15,000 grant to Junior Achievement of Greater South Carolina to support their programs in the areas of financial literacy, workforce readiness, and…
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Non Profit Minute – Louis Yuhasz, Founder, Louie’s Kids
June 20, 2018
The Who’s on the Move, BizSC, Non Profit Minute is a quick, one minute interview in support of the amazing impact that local non profits have on our communities. We would…
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Camp Happy Days’ week long camp for Kids Kickin’ Cancer filled with life changing opportunities, memories and bonding!
June 19, 2018
July 1st through July 7th, over 270 children battling cancer and their siblings from South Carolina will attend Camp Happy Days’ annual camp at Camp Bob Cooper in Summerton, South Carolina. Since…
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TCCC receives $40,000 grant to focus on FAFSA
June 18, 2018
Charleston one of 25 cities selected for FAFSA Completion Challenge National College Access Network (NCAN) has selected Tri-County Cradle to Career Collaborative (TCCC) to receive a $40,000 grant for the 2018-2019…
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Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina announced its 2018 Leadership in Diversity and Legislative Champion Awardees
June 18, 2018
The Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina will honor PASOs (Leadership in Diversity) and Representative Neal Collins (Legislative Champion) at the 2018 Leadership in Diversity & Legislative Champion Awards…
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Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina hires Mark S. Ward II as Project Coordinator and Special Assistant
June 18, 2018
The Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina announces Mark S. Ward II has joined the staff as Project Coordinator and Special Assistant. In his role as Project Coordinator and Special Assistant,…
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Charleston Animal Society raises $105,000 during golf fundraiser
June 13, 2018
The 2018 Select Health of SC Tenderfoot Classic Golf Tournament was held on April 30, 2018 at Kiawah Island Club’s River Course The Charleston Animal Society held its first golf tournament on April…
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Veterans for Manufacturing course graduates eighteen
June 11, 2018Palmetto Warriors Connection (PWC) held its second Veterans For Manufacturing graduation ceremony on Friday, May 18 in which 18 local veterans were awarded basic certifications in Forklift Operations, CNC Machine…
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Veterans for Manufacturing course graduates eighteen
June 11, 2018Palmetto Warriors Connection (PWC) held its second Veterans For Manufacturing graduation ceremony on Friday, May 18 in which 18 local veterans were awarded basic certifications in Forklift Operations, CNC Machine…
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Parents and grandparents, business and civic leaders unite to form Charleston Coalition for Kids
June 6, 2018
Group calls for real, transformative change for Charleston County Schools Today, dozens of Charleston County parents, grandparents, business and civic leaders officially announced the formation of Charleston Coalition for Kids.…
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Non Profit Minute – Kim Clifton, Executive Director, HALOS
June 6, 2018
The Who’s on the Move, BizSC, Non Profit Minute is a quick, one minute interview in support of the amazing impact that local non profits have on our communities. We would…
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Math professionals propose end of course math exam requirements
June 4, 2018
Common final course exams for Geometry, Precalculus needed by 2020 Math professionals at the district and college level, supported by the Tri-County Cradle to Career Collaborative, have been working to…
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Mobile testing van means greater access to free, confidential HIV testing
June 1, 2018This summer, Palmetto Community Care (formerly Lowcountry AIDS Services) is hitting the road with its new mobile testing van, making it easier than ever for Charleston area residents to get…
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Charleston Animal Society over capacity: Adoption Crisis
May 31, 2018
Charleston Animal Society is making an urgent plea to the community to please make room for one more. “In the past few weeks, we have been flooded with a late…
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The ARK, Alzheimer’s Family Support Services, announces organizational changes
May 29, 2018
. The ARK, Alzheimer’s Family Support Services, announces organizational changes to provide more comprehensive support services to families living with Alzheimer’s or related dementia. “Families have been turning to The…
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WaterShed Animal Fund partners with Charleston Animal Society to fund rural animal welfare program
May 29, 2018
WaterShed Animal Fund recently awarded Charleston Animal Society a $726,660 grant to fund a 3-year rural animal welfare pilot program throughout Charleston County called Helping Hands for Rural Paws. Helping…
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TCCC applauds changes to state’s “Disturbing Schools” law
May 29, 2018
Educators urged to exhaust all avenues of behavioral discipline before involving law enforcement Tri-County Cradle to Career Collaborative (TCCC) is pleased that South Carolina lawmakers have amended the “Disturbing Schools”…
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Dee Norton Child Advocacy Center announces two new board members
May 23, 2018
Dee Norton Child Advocacy Center, the region’s leading resource to prevent abuse, protect children and heal families, is pleased to announce the election of two new members to its Board…
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Dee Norton Child Advocacy Center announces two new board members
May 22, 2018Dee Norton Child Advocacy Center, the region’s leading resource to prevent abuse, protect children and heal families, is pleased to announce the election of two new members to its Board…
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East Cooper Habitat for Humanity, Lowe’s and 50 women build with families in Huger during National Women Build Week
May 16, 2018
This past week, East Cooper Habitat for Humanity and Lowe’s hosted the annual National Women Build Week from May 5-13 where, women volunteers and Habitat homeowners will unite nationwide to…
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Sysco funds the expansion of the Lowcountry Food Bank produce cooler
May 16, 2018
Sysco formally announced today funding to the Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB) for the expansion of its produce cooler at the LCFB. Additional produce cooler space will enable the LCFB to…
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Lowcountry AIDS Services rebrands as Palmetto Community Care
May 15, 2018
New name, visual identity a reflection of the changing HIV/AIDS epidemic To keep pace with the evolving HIV and AIDS epidemic, Lowcountry AIDS Services has rebranded to Palmetto Community Care.…
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Food Lion, Lowcountry Food Bank, and the National Association of Letter Carriers to “Stamp Out Hunger” – May 12
May 10, 2018
Food Drive to Take Place May 12 The 26th annual National Association of Letter Carriers “Stamp Out Hunger” Food Drive will take place across South Carolina on May 12. This…
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Folly Association of Business donates $25,000 from festivals to local charities and the City of Folly Beach
May 9, 2018
The Folly Association of Business (FAB) is honored to donate $25,000 in proceeds from the three FAB hosted events that have taken place so far this year: the New Year’s…
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Statewide High School Competition awards $6,000 in seed money to teen entrepreneurs
May 9, 2018Three students from Charleston place in competition, with top two winning additional grand prize trip to NYC. Thirty six South Carolina high school students stepped into the shoes of entrepreneurs…
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Lowcountry on the Table releases findings from pilot program
May 7, 2018
Lowcountry on the Table, a community-wide conversation about issues that matter in the Lowcountry, is pleased to share findings from a successful pilot program launched on May 1. The initiative…
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Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina awards $197,500 to 13 grantees through Immigrant Families Initiative
May 4, 2018
The Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina announced the 2018 Immigrant Families Initiative grants totaling $197,500 to thirteen organizations serving South Carolina’s immigrant and refugee populations. Immigrants represent nearly…
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Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina awards $197,500 to 13 grantees through Immigrant Families Initiative
May 4, 2018
The Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina announced the 2018 Immigrant Families Initiative grants totaling $197,500 to thirteen organizations serving South Carolina’s immigrant and refugee populations. Immigrants represent nearly…
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Melissa Morales joins Southern Community Services as Chief Financial Officer
May 3, 2018Southern Community Services (SCS), one of only six AAMC –accredited community association management firms in South Carolina, announces the appointment of Melissa Morales as the company’s chief financial officer. With…
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Melissa Morales joins Southern Community Services as Chief Financial Officer
May 3, 2018
Southern Community Services (SCS), one of only six AAMC –accredited community association management firms in South Carolina, announces the appointment of Melissa Morales as the company’s chief financial officer. With…
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South Carolina law firm seeks justice for survivors of human trafficking
May 1, 2018
S.C. Legal Services wins grant to hire equal justice attorney South Carolina Legal Services has won a grant that will allow the non-profit law to hire an attorney who will…
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South Carolina law firm seeks justice for survivors of human trafficking
May 1, 2018
S.C. Legal Services wins grant to hire equal justice attorney South Carolina Legal Services has won a grant that will allow the non-profit law to hire an attorney who will…
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SC Bar Young Lawyers Division presents major gift to Make-A-Wish and aims to increase 2018 donation
April 30, 2018In 2017, The Young Lawyers Division of the South Carolina Bar made an incredible impact in the lives of local kids battling critical illnesses. Led by a philanthropic committee within…
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SC Bar Young Lawyers Division presents major gift to Make-A-Wish and aims to increase 2018 donation
April 30, 2018In 2017, The Young Lawyers Division of the South Carolina Bar made an incredible impact in the lives of local kids battling critical illnesses. Led by a philanthropic committee within…
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Big Brothers Big Sisters 18th Annual Golf Tournament – May 7
April 26, 2018
Presented by McCrady’s Tavern Big Brothers Big Sisters of Carolina Youth Development Center has announced the details for the 18th Annual Golf Tournament presented by McCrady’s Tavern. The tournament will be…
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Big Brothers Big Sisters 18th Annual Golf Tournament – May 7
April 26, 2018
Presented by McCrady’s Tavern Big Brothers Big Sisters of Carolina Youth Development Center has announced the details for the 18th Annual Golf Tournament presented by McCrady’s Tavern. The tournament will be…
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Blackbaud announces David Benjamin as President of International Markets Group
April 26, 2018Blackbaud, the world’s leading cloud software company powering social good, announced that David Benjamin will join the company as Group President leading its International Markets Group (IMG) overseeing Blackbaud’s Europe and Pacific regions. Benjamin…
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Autism rates are rising in the US
April 26, 2018
The Center for Disease Control (CDC) released new autism rates. The previous rate was 1 in 68 in the United States. According to the CDC, 1 in 59 8 year…
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Autism rates are rising in the US
April 26, 2018
The Center for Disease Control (CDC) released new autism rates. The previous rate was 1 in 68 in the United States. According to the CDC, 1 in 59 8 year…
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City of Charleston to fund Association of the Blind vision clinics
April 25, 2018
Grant to Provide Funding at Two Charleston County Elementary Schools Association for the Blind & Visually Impaired – Charleston (ABVI) is pleased to announce it has received a $7,180 grant…
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Advocacy Day for Access & Independence to be held at SC State House April 25 to celebrate disability and further disability rights
April 23, 2018On April 25, disability advocates from around the state will rally at the State House to unlock the barriers of independence for people with disabilities. The rally will include several…
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Advocacy Day for Access & Independence to be held at SC State House April 25 to celebrate disability and further disability rights
April 23, 2018On April 25, disability advocates from around the state will rally at the State House to unlock the barriers of independence for people with disabilities. The rally will include several…
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Former educator joins TCCC staff
April 16, 2018
Tri-County Cradle to Career Collaborative has hired LaTisha Vaughn-Brandon as Director of Networks and Community Engagement. Vaughn-Brandon will take responsibility for TCCC’s Kindergarten Readiness Network and will lead TCCC’s efforts…
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Interim leader appointed at United Way Association of South Carolina
April 16, 2018
The Board of Directors of the United Way Association of South Carolina (UWASC) announced that Ted Hendry, a veteran United Way leader, has been appointed to serve as Interim President…
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Interim leader appointed at United Way Association of South Carolina
April 16, 2018
The Board of Directors of the United Way Association of South Carolina (UWASC) announced that Ted Hendry, a veteran United Way leader, has been appointed to serve as Interim President…
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WREN mobilizes diverse leaders from across state at annual summit and Gubernatorial Forum
April 11, 2018
On April 9th-10th, 2018, the Women’s Rights and Empowerment Network (WREN) hosted its annual summit at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center and USC Alumni Center. Registrants had the opportunity to…
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WREN mobilizes diverse leaders from across state at annual summit and Gubernatorial Forum
April 11, 2018
On April 9th-10th, 2018, the Women’s Rights and Empowerment Network (WREN) hosted its annual summit at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center and USC Alumni Center. Registrants had the opportunity to…
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Home Works of America receives $50,000 from Wells Fargo
April 10, 2018
Home Works of America is pleased to announce a $50,000 investment from Wells Fargo, which will enable the continued expansion of the organization’s mission across South Carolina. Home Works of America provides…
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Home Works of America receives $50,000 from Wells Fargo
April 10, 2018
Home Works of America is pleased to announce a $50,000 investment from Wells Fargo, which will enable the continued expansion of the organization’s mission across South Carolina. Home Works of America provides…
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Charleston Animal Society CEO to step down in 2019
April 5, 2018
Charleston Animal Society’s Chief Executive Officer, Joe Elmore, will bring his tenure to a close in late 2018 or early 2019, pending a national search for the organization’s next chief…
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