21 South Carolina leaders selected for Liberty Fellowship’s 14th class
December 12, 2017
Individually, the 21 leaders chosen for Liberty Fellowship’s 14th class are accomplished and impressive. Connected to the broader network of 290 Liberty Fellows working collaboratively across South Carolina, they are…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Prentice Brower, Lowcountry Maritime Society
December 11, 2017
The LowcountryBizSC Entrepreneur Minute is a one minute interview in support of entrepreneurship. We would like to thank our sponsors of this video series – Wells Fargo and Bauknight, Pietras and Stormer. …
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Bank of America employees partner with Lowcountry Food Bank to donate $20,000
December 11, 2017Bank of America employees packed food for the coastal Carolina community that the Lowcountry Food Bank at the Lowcountry Food Bank. In addition to providing hands-on support, the…
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One SC Fund awards $266,500 in flood and hurricane recovery grants
December 6, 2017
The One SC Fund Grants Committee has announced the seventh round of nonprofit recipients of grant awards for flood and hurricane recovery projects across South Carolina. Grantees will receive a…
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Tim Carnahan named Elementary Principal of the Year
December 6, 2017
Dr. Tim Carnahan, principal of Waccamaw Intermediate School in Georgetown County School District, has been named the 2018 South Carolina Elementary Principal of the Year by the South Carolina Association…
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Tri-County Cradle to Career Collaborative awarded $1.5 million grant
December 6, 2017
Tri-County Cradle to Career Collaborative, a community movement committed to improving educational outcomes, has received the first installment of a $1,545,000 grant from The Duke Endowment, one of the largest private…
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Local company on track to donate over 400 holiday hams to families
December 4, 2017In the past two seasons, Buy One Give One (BOGO) Christmas Tree Company has donated over 275 fresh-cut Fraser Firs to local families in need in the Great Charleston area.…
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Healthy Learners announces Aixa Rodriguez-Mariani, MD as Georgetown Program Manager
November 28, 2017
Healthy Learners announced Aixa Rodriguez-Mariani as program manager for Healthy Learners Georgetown. Rodriguez-Mariani is responsible for providing oversight and management of the Healthy Learners Georgetown program while insuring that the elements of the process are in…
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Advanced Technology International to manage Space Enterprise Consortium
November 28, 2017
Advanced Technology International (ATI) signed a five year, $100,000,000 Other Transaction Agreement with the Air Force Space and Missile Systems Center to manage the Space Enterprise Consortium (SpEC) on November…
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International Fellow to empower women in South Asia using strategies from YWCA Greater Charleston
November 28, 2017On August 11, YWCA Greater Charleston welcomed Upaj Bhattarai, a program manager for Hope Nepal Association for Social Welfare (HNASW), to a four-month international fellowship at its Charleston office. Visiting…
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A Non Profit Minute – Kate Pratt, SCACED
November 28, 2017
The South Carolina Association for Community Economic Development (SCACED) is a coalition of individuals and organizations who support the development of healthy and economically sustainable communities throughout South Carolina. SCACED…
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International Fellow to empower women in South Asia using strategies from YWCA Greater Charleston
November 28, 2017On August 11, YWCA Greater Charleston welcomed Upaj Bhattarai, a program manager for Hope Nepal Association for Social Welfare (HNASW), to a four-month international fellowship at its Charleston office. Visiting…
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Lowcountry Food Bank receives annual TD Charitable Foundation Food Bank $45,000 grant
November 27, 2017Grants will help feed thousands struggling with hunger this holiday season Charleston, SC – The TD Charitable Foundation, the charitable giving arm of TD Bank, America’s Most Convenient Bank®, announced today…
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Thousands attend 2017 Charleston Animal Society Chili Cook-off
November 27, 2017
Charleston Animal Society’s largest fundraising event was held Saturday, November 18, at Riverfront Park in North Charleston. Money raised from the 2017 Chili Cook-off & Oyster Roast goes to Toby’s Fund,…
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East Cooper Meals on Wheels receives new 2018 Subaru Outback
November 20, 2017East Cooper Meals on Wheels has won a 2018 Subaru Outback from Subaru of America Inc. On Nov. 16, Crews Subaru of Charleston presented the Mount Pleasant-based nonprofit with the…
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AMA launches multi-state effort to prevent type 2 diabetes
November 17, 2017
As National Diabetes Awareness Month gets underway, the American Medical Association (AMA) this week announced a multi-state effort aimed at reducing the incidence of type 2 diabetes nationwide. Building off…
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SC Launch finalizes investment in Sovi
November 15, 2017SCRA’s SC Launch Program recently finalized a $200,000 investment in Charleston-based Sovi, an online marketplace built for concert tickets. This is the second tranche of SC Launch funding for the…
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State honors Carolina Youth Development Center for Job Readiness Partnership
November 15, 2017The South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice (SC DJJ) has recognized North Charleston nonprofit Carolina Youth Development Center (CYDC) as the best “up and coming” Job Readiness Training partner site.…
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The Children’s Security Blanket announces new name reflecting dramatic expansion across the Carolinas
November 14, 2017
Organization Enters New Phase of Growth with New Brand Identity SPARTANBURG, S.C. – The Children’s Security Blanket has changed its name. The 16-year-old Spartanburg-based nonprofit remains dedicated to helping children…
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Statewide health initiative announces new Deputy Director: Angela Olawsky will provide guidance and oversight for Choose Well℠
November 13, 2017Choose Well announced Angela Olawsky, RN, MPH, CPM has been named deputy director. Coming to the position from South Carolina Department of Health & Environmental Control (DHEC), she brings more…
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Statewide health initiative announces new Deputy Director: Angela Olawsky will provide guidance and oversight for Choose Well?
November 13, 2017
Choose Well announced Angela Olawsky, RN, MPH, CPM has been named deputy director. Coming to the position from South Carolina Department of Health & Environmental Control (DHEC), she brings more…
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The SCEA joins in nationwide American Education Week Celebration
November 9, 2017
The South Carolina Education Association will honor educators across the state at celebrations in their own schools during American Education Week, November 14-18 To raise awareness about the critical need…
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Follypalooza Cancer Benefit raises over $29,000 for local cancer patients
November 1, 2017
On Saturday, October 21, nearly 7,000 people headed to Folly Beach for the 10th Annual Follypalooza Cancer Benefit to help raise money for local cancer patients. The festival featured over…
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PRAI Beauty selects Charleston Animal Society for FREE adoption event
October 25, 2017
Cathy Kangas, CEO and Founder of PRAI Beauty, announced today that Charleston Animal Society will participate in a “Free the Shelters” adoption event running now through November 6, 2017. Thanks to…
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Loving Hearts Respite Care of Harleyville receives donation
October 25, 2017Loving Hearts Respite Care of Harleyville was named the recipient of $600 from the Summerville Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated first public service activity of this sororal…
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Carolina One recognizes 6 local nonprofits
October 25, 2017Carolina One Real Estate (CORE) recognized six local tri-county nonprofits last week at the company’s second awards distribution ceremony of 2017. The CORE Charitable Contributions Committee, comprised of Carolina One…
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Magnolia Gardens will benefit from $1 million Ducks Unlimited grant
October 23, 2017
Ducks Unlimited has received a $1 million federal grant to launch a habitat enhancement and restoration project at Magnolia Plantation and Gardens. The goal is to improve the flow of…
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Boeing teammates choose Charleston Animal Society as grant recipient
October 17, 2017
Grant will Fund the Animal Resource Center for Struggling Pet Owners Representatives from 45 Charleston-area nonprofits were invited to Boeing South Carolina recently to receive grants totaling nearly $320,000 from…
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Van Hauser selected as the recipient of the 2017 Healthy Learners Champion for Children Award
October 11, 2017
Celebrating its 25th year of serving children who are in need and without resources, Healthy Learners announced Van Hauser as the recipient of the 2017 Healthy Learners Champion for Children Award. The Healthy Learners Champion…
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Tri-county region sees declines in key reading, math test results
October 11, 2017
Newly released year-end test results for the tri-county region show year-over-year declines in reading proficiency for third and eighth grade, both pivotal years in a child’s academic career. Third grade…
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Tri-county region sees declines in key reading, math test results
October 11, 2017
Newly released year-end test results for the tri-county region show year-over-year declines in reading proficiency for third and eighth grade, both pivotal years in a child’s academic career. Third grade…
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Ingevity sponsors full year of Lowcountry Food Bank Fresh for All Events
October 11, 2017The Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB) announced that Ingevity will sponsor 12 monthly LCFB Fresh for All events, with $42,000 in financial support. The first Ingevity Fresh for All to serve the community took…
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Darla Moore Foundation pledges $1 million to International African American Museum
October 9, 2017
South Carolinian Darla Moore and her eponymous foundation have generously pledged $1 million to the International African American Museum’s (IAAM) Founders Fund. This major leadership gift adds momentum to the…
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Darla Moore Foundation pledges $1 million to International African American Museum
October 9, 2017
South Carolinian Darla Moore and her eponymous foundation have generously pledged $1 million to the International African American Museum’s (IAAM) Founders Fund. This major leadership gift adds momentum to the…
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Lowcountry AIDS Services Receives Grant to Offer Free Hepatitis C Testing
October 5, 2017
Hundreds to receive testing thanks to funding from Employees Community Fund of Boeing South Carolina NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. – Lowcountry AIDS Services received a grant of $9,412 from the Employees…
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Lilly Endowment Inc. grants $10 million to International African American Museum
October 5, 2017
Transformative Leadership Investment Supports Founders Fund, Endowment and Religious Programs The International African American Museum (IAAM) announced a $10 million grant from Lilly Endowment Inc. The most substantial investment from a…
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Grants make expansion of Pets for Life program in Charleston County possible
October 5, 2017
Charleston Animal Society Will Offer Program in Hollywood-Ravenel Area Charleston Animal Society has expanded its award-winning Pets for Life program to the Hollywod-Ravenel area of Charleston County. Pets for Life is…
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The ARK Receives $20,000 grant from Roper Saint Francis Physicians Endowment
October 3, 2017
The ARK of SC announced it has received a Roper Saint Francis Physicians Endowment grant. The ARK was awarded $20,000 to support general operating expenses for the 2017 fiscal year.…
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Lewis Gossett to step down as President and CEO of the South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance
September 29, 2017
COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance (SCMA) announced that Lewis F. Gossett, President and CEO, will step down to become the CEO of a public affairs, marketing, and…
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Lewis Gossett to step down as President and CEO of the South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance
September 29, 2017
COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance (SCMA) announced that Lewis F. Gossett, President and CEO, will step down to become the CEO of a public affairs, marketing, and…
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SCSBA names Google a Champion for Public Education
September 29, 2017
The South Carolina School Boards Association (SCSBA) honored Google with a Champions for Public Education Award on Tuesday, September 26, during the Berkeley County School Board Meeting. SCSBA Executive Director…
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SCSBA names Google a Champion for Public Education
September 29, 2017
The South Carolina School Boards Association (SCSBA) honored Google with a Champions for Public Education Award on Tuesday, September 26, during the Berkeley County School Board Meeting. SCSBA Executive Director…
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CYDC hires new VP of Residential Services
September 28, 2017
Carolina Youth Development Center (CYDC), a nonprofit serving the community’s most vulnerable children and families, has hired James “Jay” Johnson as its new VP of Residential Services. Johnson has more…
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Statewide health initiative announces new director Stephanie Isaacs to lead public health program Choose Well℠
September 22, 2017Choose Well announced Stephanie Isaacs, MSN, RN has been promoted to director. She brings more than 15 years of healthcare management and clinical nursing experience to the Choose Well team.…
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Statewide health initiative announces new director Stephanie Isaacs to lead public health program Choose Well?
September 22, 2017
Choose Well announced Stephanie Isaacs, MSN, RN has been promoted to director. She brings more than 15 years of healthcare management and clinical nursing experience to the Choose Well team.…
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S.C. education deans collaborate to remedy acute teacher shortage
September 18, 2017
The deans of six of South Carolina’s larger Schools and Colleges of Education have formed a consortium to address collaboratively some of the state’s most pressing education issues. Today, they…
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Amazing birds of prey program at The Ponds – October 8
September 15, 2017
The public is invited to a raptor education program and flight demonstration at 2 p.m. on Sunday, October 8, 2017 at The Ponds Amphitheater, Summerville. This presentation, by the staff…
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Community resource fair is one-stop shop for parents and caregivers of teens
September 14, 2017
Pregnancy classes and baby shows provide expectant parents with loads of information on their new baby. Expos and activity fairs give parents of preschoolers and elementary school children plenty of details about soccer, art…
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AT&T networks in South Carolina prepared for Hurricane Irma
September 8, 2017
Company Encourages Customers to Prepare, Offers Communication Tips AT&T* is ready for Hurricane Irma with an arsenal of disaster response equipment and personnel on standby. AT&T has started its storm…
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AT&T networks in South Carolina prepared for Hurricane Irma
September 8, 2017
Company Encourages Customers to Prepare, Offers Communication Tips AT&T* is ready for Hurricane Irma with an arsenal of disaster response equipment and personnel on standby. AT&T has started its storm…
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