Charleston Parks Conservancy hosts Picnic in the Parks Birthday Celebration
March 24, 2022
The Charleston Parks Conservancy is celebrating 15 years of connecting people to their parks with Picnic in the Parks: A Birthday Celebration on Sunday, May 1. This festive birthday party…
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Give back to 25 nonprofits during United Way of the Midlands’ annual Volunteer Week
March 24, 2022
United Way of the Midlands’ annual Volunteer Week, in partnership with presenting sponsor Truist, signature sponsor Enterprise Rent-A-Car and volunteer sponsors AgFirst Farm Credit Bank, Carolina Gas Transmission, a BHE…
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Eat a sub, help team South Carolina athletes
March 24, 2022
74 South Carolina Jersey Mike’s Locations Will Donate 100% of Sales to Help Local Athletes Attend the 2022 Special Olympics USA Games What: On Wednesday, March 30, “Day of Giving,” 100…
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Lowcountry Food Bank earns national recertification from AIB International – food safety audit ensures high standards
March 23, 2022
Lowcountry Food Bank announced that it passed stringent food safety inspections this month by the American Institute of Baking International (AIB) at all three of its regional distribution centers in…
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Main Street District’s President & CEO Matt Kennell selected to become Riley Fellow
March 23, 2022
The Main Street District is pleased to announce that Matt Kennell, President & CEO, joins other distinguished leaders from across South Carolina to participate in the Diversity Leaders Initiative (DLI),…
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23rd Annual Lowcountry Food Bank Chefs’ Feast raises $440,834 – Photo Gallery
March 22, 2022Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB) held its 23rd annual Chefs’ Feast gala on Sunday, February 27th, 2022 at the Trident Technical College Thornley Campus in North Charleston. The Lowcountry community also participated virtually…
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1772 Foundation announces largest-ever grant to Coastal Community Foundation
March 22, 2022
At its quarterly meeting, trustees of The 1772 Foundation, based in Pomfret, Connecticut, awarded eleven grants totaling $1,996,000. Individual grants ranged in amount from $50,000 to $1,000,000. The million-dollar grant,…
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Edisto Habitat for Humanity, Habitat for Humanity International and 83 Habitat affiliates receive transformational $436 million gift from MacKenzie Scott
March 22, 2022
Edisto Habitat for Humanity will use gift to address affordable housing shortage in Orangeburg County Edisto Habitat for Humanity, along with Habitat for Humanity International, and 83 U.S. Habitat affiliate…
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Health Policy Fellows recognized by the S.C. Institute of Medicine and Public Health
March 22, 2022Members of the South Carolina General Assembly have been recognized as the newest class of Health Policy Fellows by the South Carolina Institute of Medicine and Public Health (IMPH). The…
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One Columbia builds on success, charts path forward with hiring of interim director
March 22, 2022
35-year arts veteran to take helm as founding director steps down One Columbia for Arts and Culture, the nonprofit arts agency for the City of Columbia, has hired Margie Johnson…
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Just Say Something hosts 34TH Annual Red Ribbon Classic Golf Tournament
March 21, 2022
The 34th Annual Red Ribbon Classic Golf Tournament, presented by Reed Property Group, will be held on Monday, March 28th at the Thornblade Club, 1275 Thornblade Blvd, Greer, SC 29650-4515.…
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Les Dames D’Escoffier Charleston Chapter presents virtual Dame Demo: “FAR EAST MEETS MIDDLE EAST”
March 21, 2022
WHO: The Charleston Chapter of Les Dames D’Escoffier (LDEI), a worldwide philanthropic society of professional women leaders in the fields of food, fine beverage and hospitality, is marrying two cultures…
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Harvest Hope Food Bank breaks ground on new Pee Dee facility
March 21, 2022
The larger facility will allow for more food distribution to 9 counties in the region Harvest Hope Food Bank broke ground on their new home in Florence last Thursday, March…
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Trident United Way honors four Life Directors for years of community service
March 21, 2022
Forever United event highlights 77+ year impact of Trident United Way, its supporters, partners and volunteers Trident United Way is honoring its past while looking to the future by naming…
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Seven Midlands women to be honored as Women of Distinction by Girl Scouts of South Carolina – Mountains to Midlands
March 20, 2022
Girl Scouts of South Carolina – Mountains to Midlands will honor seven Midlands-area women at its 28th Annual Women of Distinction Awards Dinner on April 7, 2022, at the Cathy Novinger…
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Global Upstate Conference on International Business and Foreign Affairs
March 20, 2022
The first of its Kind in Upstate S.C. The Global Upstate Conference on International Business and Foreign Affairs, presented by the non-profit World Affairs Council Upstate, will bring scholars, business…
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Historic Charleston Foundation’s 75 Annual Festival of Houses and Gardens
March 20, 2022
Historic Charleston Foundation’s 75th Festival of Houses and Gardens is now underway until April 9! Since 1947, the Annual Festival of Houses and Gardens has been the Foundation’s largest fundraiser and…
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What’s happening at Richland Library
March 20, 2022
Richland Library’s mission is to help our customers learn, create and share. We are continuing to offer programs, both familiar and new, and we are finding creative ways to connect…
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Local organizations team up to purchase a drone for The Irmo Police Department
March 20, 2022
The Rotary Club of Lake Murray-Irmo is partnering with The Irmo Police Department Community Foundation to fund the purchase of a drone for the Town of Irmo Police Department. On…
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Senior Resources celebrates nationwide 50th anniversary of senior nutrition programs
March 20, 2022
Local Community Champions to Deliver Meals on Wheels to Homebound Seniors Next Week This March, Senior Resources joins the Administration for Community Living and senior nutrition service providers across the…
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Central Carolina Community Foundation awards $90,000 to nine local Black-led and Black-benefiting nonprofit organizations
March 17, 2022Central Carolina Community Foundation, the Midlands’ leader in collaborative philanthropy, has awarded $90,000 in unrestricted General Operating Support grants to nine Black-led and Black-benefiting nonprofits in the Midlands. The Community…
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Halls Signature Events partners with Coach Dawn Staley; Launches special pre-race bridge run dinner
March 17, 2022
2022 Cooper River Bridge Run runners have a new way to fuel up before the big race while also helping children in need. This year Halls Signature Events, a sister…
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Countybank holds Simply Rolling Out the Arts in Simpsonville
March 16, 2022
Countybank recently partnered with the City of Simpsonville and the Simpsonville Arts Foundation to co-sponsor an event celebrating the grand opening of Countybank’s commercial loan office in Simpsonville. The “Simply…
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Richland Library seeks submissions for Pop-Up Art Shows
March 16, 2022
Outdoor Exhibition Series to Highlight Work of Local BIPOC Artists Richland Library is collaborating with local visual artist Jeff Rivers to expand the social and economic participation of underserved artists…
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World’s Best Cat Litter to “Give a Crap” for homeless animals
March 15, 2022
Social Media Campaign benefits Charleston Animal Society’s Celebrity Paws in the Park Presented by Crews Subaru Charleston Animal Society announced today a unique social media partnership with World’s Best Cat…
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Gail Morrison honored with the CMA’s 2022 John Richard Craft Leadership Award
March 14, 2022The Columbia Museum of Art presented the 2022 John Richard Craft Leadership Award to Dr. Gail M. Morrison. Well-known in Columbia as a philanthropist and long-term supporter of the arts,…
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South Carolina Humanities now accepting nominations for the Governor’s Awards in the Humanities
March 14, 2022
Open call for nominations now through May 14, 2022. South Carolina Humanities announced that nominations for the Governor’s Awards in the Humanities and the Fresh Voices in the Humanities Awards are now being accepted…
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Marketing Minute Video: Branding
March 14, 2022
Marketing Minute with Philicia Thompson, NP Strategy In today’s online world, it’s essential to set yourself apart. This week’s video discusses the importance of developing a strong and consistent personal…
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Steel Hands Brewing launches ‘Steel Paws’
March 14, 2022
BEER BENEFITTING CANINE FRIENDS. Steel Hands Brewing is excited to announce the launch of a new charitable mission, ‘Steel Paws’. Steel Paws will provide year-round support for canine initiatives focused…
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Junior League of Columbia, Inc. resumes Healthy Kids Fun Fair after pandemic
March 13, 2022
– Families throughout the Midlands are invited to attend the Junior League of Columbia, Inc’s (JLC) 2022 Healthy Kids Fun Fair at Segra Park on April 2. After two years…
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Upstate Warrior Solution to host official groundbreaking ceremony for Rupert Huse Veteran Center
March 13, 2022
Upstate Warrior Solution (UWS) is proud to announce the official groundbreaking for their new Rupert Huse Veteran Center (RHVC) on Wednesday, March 16th from 4:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m. at 770 Pelham…
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Girl Scouts in the Upstate and Midlands celebrate 110 Years
March 13, 2022
For 110 years, Girl Scouts have found a way to dream big and do good. From reaching the outer limits of space to stocking their local food pantry, there is…
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What’s happening at Richland Library
March 11, 2022
Monday, March 14- Sunday, March 20 Richland Library’s mission is to help our customers learn, create and share. We are continuing to offer programs, both familiar and new, and we…
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Pattison’s Academy to host annual ride-a-thon fundraising event on March 26
March 11, 2022
Pattison’s Academy, an education and rehabilitation academy supporting Lowcountry children with disabilities and their families, will be hosting its annual Keeping the PACE (KTP) fundraising event on March 26, 2022,…
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Emmanuel’s Hammer to host their 2022 annual Builder’s Breakfast March 24
March 10, 2022
Emmanuel’s Hammer, a nonprofit, faith-based organization providing home rehabilitation services for homeowners in need, is hosting their annual Builder’s Breakfast on Thursday, March 24, 2022, at 7:00 AM. The event…
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Smokefree SC
March 10, 2022
We are statewide nonprofit that supports tobacco prevention efforts to reduce the enormous health toll and financial burden of tobacco use in our state. We are small organization that partners…
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Dee Norton Child Advocacy Center offers strategies for communicating with children about ongoing international crisis
March 10, 2022
Dee Norton Child Advocacy Center, the region’s leading resource to prevent abuse, protect children and heal families, is offering suggestions for communicating with children about current international events. Many children…
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Smokefree SC Board of Directors announces call for nominations
March 10, 2022
Smokefree SC, a statewide nonprofit that works to protect the health of all South Carolinians, is seeking experienced nonprofit leaders for several open seats on their Board of Directors for…
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Make-A-Wish® South Carolina announces three new appointments to Board of Directors
March 10, 2022
Make-A-Wish South Carolina is proud to announce that it has appointed Bill Smith, director of sales of Brother International, LLC, Chris DiGiusto, Vice President of the Managed Services Organization at…
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Bridges of Hope
March 10, 2022
Bridges of Hope is a grief support community serving the Tri-County Region. We support & empower children, teens & families (free of charge) after a death through camps, school groups,…
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Non Profit Minute – Jonathan Wright, Bridges of Hope
March 10, 2022
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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23rd Annual Lowcountry Food Bank Chefs’ Feast raises $440,834 to fight childhood hunger
March 9, 2022
Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB) held its 23rd annual Chefs’ Feast gala on Sunday, February 27th, 2022 at the Trident Technical College Thornley Campus in North Charleston. The Lowcountry community also…
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Oliver Gospel Mission
March 8, 2022
Oliver Gospel Mission has been serving the Midlands community for 132 years, making it the oldest rescue mission in the Southeast and 6th oldest in the United States. Oliver Gospel…
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2022 spring foreign language classes at Upstate International, register now
March 8, 2022
Language classes are open for registration at Upstate International. Here are the 8 reasons why: Russian, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Spanish and Vietnamese. Impress your family, friends and colleagues.…
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FAVOR selects Lesley Pregenzer as new CEO
March 8, 2022
Upstate woman with years of non-profit leadership experience selected to head up local recovery community center. FAVOR, a non-profit corporation that provides compassionate and innovative recovery support services to those…
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The Great South Carolina Cleanup is here
March 8, 2022
Join PalmettoPride, Keep South Carolina Beautiful and other community improvement groups across the state as we clean up South Carolina. With warmer weather approaching, spring cleaning doesn’t just happen inside…
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Application process open for Hospitality Tax Grant Funding Fiscal Year 2022/2023
March 8, 2022The City of Columbia is now accepting applications for Hospitality Tax Grant Funding for the 2022/2023 Fiscal Year (July 1, 2022– June 30, 2023). Applications are due on Friday, March…
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The Barbara Stone Foundation launches UP (Upward Professionals), an employment initiative with Hospitality America and Windsor Aughtry Hotel Group
March 3, 2022
The Barbara Stone Foundation, a Greenville-based non-profit dedicated to improving the lives of individuals with disabilities and their families, recently announced a unique pilot program and partnership with Hospitality America…
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Rare chance to hear Duke Ellington hits live!
March 3, 2022
Charleston Jazz is proud to present “The ‘Suite’ Sounds of Ellington,” at two popular Lowcountry venues this March. The highly-acclaimed Charleston Jazz Orchestra will appear at the beautiful, outdoor Firefly…
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Our Pee Dee branch is getting a new home!
March 2, 2022
After over two years of pandemic response and assessing the modern needs of the Pee Dee region, we are excited to announce our Pee Dee Branch is moving to a…
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