Bloom into Creativity: Spring floral design workshop planned at Brookgreen Gardens
April 21, 2026Unleash your inner artist this spring at Brookgreen Gardens! We are thrilled to announce an exclusive Floral Design Workshop led by the renowned master florist, George Fain. Whether you are…
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Local ways to celebrate the planet this Earth Day
April 21, 2026In Georgetown County, Earth Day on April 22 is more than just a date on the calendar—it is a way of life. Here, the rhythm of the tides and the…
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Charleston Parks Conservancy launches new mission and vision to expand the role of parks in the community
April 21, 2026The Charleston Parks Conservancy has adopted a new mission and strategic vision to strengthen the role of Charleston’s parks as essential community spaces serving neighborhoods across the city. The renewed…
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Berkeley County receives prestigious Public Service Award from Charleston Animal Society
April 21, 2026Berkeley County has been named the recipient of Charleston Animal Society’s prestigious Public Service Award for its leadership, investment, and commitment to partnership in helping build a stronger, more humane…
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City of Columbia Homeless Services Department to hold Shine for Shelter car wash fundraiser for Rapid Shelter Columbia
April 21, 2026Who: City of Columbia Homeless Services Department and United Way of the Midlands What: The City of Columbia Homeless Services department is partnering with United Way of the Midlands to host Shine…
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Lowcountry Food Bank receives $125,000 grant from The Leon Levine Foundation to supply healthy food to Coastal South Carolina neighbors
April 20, 2026Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB) announced today that The Leon Levine Foundation gave the organization a $125,000 grant. This grant will help LCFB provide more than 300,000 healthy meals, including fresh…
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Homes of Hope named 2026 Organization of the Year
April 20, 2026Presented by the South Carolina Housing Finance and Development Authority Homes of Hope has been named the 2026 Organization of the Year by the South Carolina Housing Finance and Development…
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Upcountry History Museum to host one-day-only display of South Carolina’s founding documents
April 20, 2026The Upcountry History Museum – Greenville County is proud to be the Upstate’s only venue for the display of the South Carolina Department of Archives and History (SCDAH) exhibit, “Foundations…
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Hats off for Healing: Barnabas tea party supports equine-assisted therapy
April 20, 2026About 80 guests, dressed in their garden party best, gathered under the tent this past Saturday as the Barnabas Horse Foundation hosted an elegant tea party to raise funds and…
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Hammock Coast beaches compete for ‘Best Beach in South Carolina’ title
April 20, 2026Three beaches along South Carolina’s Hammock Coast® are back in the running for the title of “Best Beach in South Carolina.” Pawleys Island, Litchfield Beach, and Huntington Beach State Park…
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Lowcountry Food Bank lands $125k grant for healthy meals
April 20, 2026Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB) announced today that The Leon Levine Foundation gave the organization a $125,000 grant. This grant will help LCFB provide more than 300,000 healthy meals, including fresh produce,…
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Mauldin Police and Special Olympics SC Tour Duke’s Mayonnaise Plant Following $20,000 Donation
April 20, 2026Representatives from the Mauldin Police Department and Special Olympics South Carolina recently went behind the scenes at one of the South’s most iconic facilities. Following a generous $20,000 donation from…
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Fountain Inn Police Department Announces 27th Annual Community Patrol Golf Tournament
April 20, 2026The Fountain Inn Police Department is inviting local golfers to “hit the links for a cause” as it officially opens registration for its 27th Annual Community Patrol Golf Tournament. The…
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Saint Frances Animal Center names Dr. Zach Marshall as Director of Development and Communication
April 19, 2026Saint Frances Animal Center is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Zach Marshall as its new Director of Development and Communication. In this role, Dr. Marshall will oversee the…
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Parkinson’s Foundation launches “Find Real Answers” campaign for Parkinson’s Awareness Month this April
April 19, 2026New Public Service Announcement (PSA) Features People Living with Parkinson’s The Parkinson’s Foundation recently announced “Find Real Answers” as this year’s Parkinson’s Awareness Month campaign, aimed at connecting people to…
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From boutique bargains to life changing impact: How St. Christopher’s resale store fuels its mission
April 19, 2026A Three‑Part Series on St. Christopher’s Children For nearly two decades, St. Christopher’s Children has worked quietly to support underserved children across Georgetown County, providing new clothing and critical orthodontic…
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YMCA of Greenville celebrates 150 years of serving Greenville County
April 16, 2026The YMCA of Greenville officially commemorates its 150th anniversary, marking a sesquicentennial of service to the people of Greenville County. What began on April 16, 1876, when an interdenominational committee…
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Lily Pad refreshes Greenville County DSS office to provide trauma-informed spaces for children in foster care
April 16, 2026Updated Living Room-Style Rooms Offer Comfort, Safety, and Resources for Children and Youth in Foster Care Lily Pad: A Soft Place to Land, a local nonprofit creating trauma-informed, welcoming spaces…
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Community support keeps Saint Frances’ doors and hearts open
April 15, 2026By Karen Owens, Publisher Every day, the doors of Saint Frances Animal Shelter open to animals who have nowhere else to go. At Saint Frances, 85 percent of the animals…
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Issaqueena Chapter earns statewide recognition at DAR conference
April 15, 2026The Issaqueena Chapter, NSDAR, brought home multiple awards from the South Carolina State Conference in Columbia this March, a reflection of both the chapter’s collective success and the dedication of…
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Upcountry Fiber Foundation gives $15,000 to local Upstate non-profits
April 15, 2026Upcountry Fiber Foundation, the philanthropic arm and permanent endowment of internet service provider Upcountry Fiber, announced that it has donated $15,000 to three Upstate non-profit organizations to help them deliver…
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“Resilience & Revolution: Native Peoples in 18th Century South Carolina” exhibit at Georgetown Library through May
April 15, 2026Free Public Exhibit is part of “A Glorious Cause” 250th Celebration During April and May 2026, “Resilience & Revolution: Native Peoples in 18th Century South Carolina,” a traveling exhibit from…
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Lifeguard
April 15, 2026Thornwell is currently recruiting Lifeguards for Summer 2026! This position will maintain the safety of children and families in and around the pool, respond to emergencies, and assist with basic…
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Experience the Magic: Art After Hours returns to Brookgreen Gardens
April 15, 2026This spring, the sculptures at Brookgreen Gardens are bathed in a whole new light. They are thrilled to announce the return of Art After Hours, offering you the rare opportunity…
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Tickets for Girl Named Tom on sale for October 3 concert
April 14, 2026The Pawleys Island Music Festival of Music and Art is pleased to present the popular trio Girl Named Tom on Saturday, October 3, as part of its annual fall concert…
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Junior League of Columbia to host 2nd annual pickleball tournament supporting community impact
April 14, 2026The Junior League of Columbia (JLC) invites the community to grab their paddles and join in for its 2nd Annual Pickleball Tournament, presented by ProMotion Rehab and Sports Medicine, taking…
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Lowcountry Land Trust protects key Wadmalaw Island property along Bears Bluff Road
April 14, 2026Lowcountry Land Trust, a nonprofit committed to protecting land and water forever and connecting the community to conservation, announced the permanent protection of Newground, a working farm spanning 58 acres…
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Celebrate 10 Years of Impact: Join the Palmetto Giving Day Community Fiesta!
April 13, 2026The clock is ticking, and the energy in Georgetown County is electric. Palmetto Giving Day 2026—the highly anticipated 36-hour online giving challenge—is officially here, uniting donors, local businesses, and nonprofits…
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SOS Care expands Oak Tree Farm community with two new housing buildings
April 13, 2026In honor of Autism Acceptance Month, SOS Care is proud to announce the expansion of Oak Tree Farm, a premier residential community for adults with autism and intellectual disabilities. On…
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Leadership Georgetown County adds second supply drive in support of area school nurses
April 13, 2026The Leadership Georgetown County Class 33, in partnership with the Georgetown County Chamber of Commerce, is calling on the community to support its efforts to provide medical supplies and other…
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DAV Charitable Service Trust awards a $35,000 grant to Senior Resources to help provide meals to homebound veterans
April 13, 2026Senior Resources has received a generous grant of $35,000 from DAV Charitable Service Trust to provide nutritional support through Meals on Wheels to veterans in Richland County. This funding will…
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SC State Foundation receives $50,000 grant for scholarships from Power:Ed
April 13, 2026Power:Ed, the philanthropic arm of South Carolina Student Loan Corporation (SCSLC), has awarded the South Carolina State University Foundation a $50,000 grant to provide scholarships to 35 deserving SC State…
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Homes of Hope Gala to feature two powerful stories of transformation
April 13, 2026Homes of Hope Gala to Feature Two Powerful Stories of Transformation Homes of Hope will spotlight two powerful, real-life stories of transformation at its upcoming annual gala, Strong Foundations –…
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The new rules of reputation management
April 13, 2026Public relations is changing. For years, many people thought of PR as media coverage, announcements and visibility. Those things still matter, but they are no longer enough. Today, public relations…
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Columbia Museum of Art May 2026 exhibitions and events calendar
April 13, 2026EXHIBITIONS Rodney McMillian: A Son of the Soil On view through June 28, 2026 Rodney McMillian: A Son of the Soil is a thematic presentation of this important American artist’s…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Nikki Haley, The O6 Foundation
April 11, 2026The Who’s on the Move, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. In this series you will see a diverse group of…
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Helping children in crisis, when no one else is there
April 10, 2026A Three‑Part Series on St. Christopher’s Children For nearly two decades, St. Christopher’s Children has worked quietly to support underserved children across Georgetown County, providing new clothing and critical orthodontic…
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Black River United Way to host free seminar on raising resilient children
April 10, 2026The Black River United Way will host a free community seminar, Raising Resilient Children, on Thursday, April 30, 2026, from 12:00 noon to 2:00 p.m. at the Andrews Public Library. This seminar is designed for…
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Hudson Berry Chapter, NSDAR plans book event April 18 for author and her time-traveling pup
April 10, 2026Children’s author Karen Petit will share the story of her American Revolutionary War book, “Celebrate America! The People Declare Independence,” on Saturday, April 18, at the First Baptist Church in…
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HGTC Physical Therapist Assistant students support global outreach through shoe drive
April 10, 2026Partnership with Samaritan’s Feet results in 40 pairs of donated footwear for international distribution Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) students and faculty in the Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) program are making…
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Fashion for a Cause: Fountain Inn Museum to Host
April 10, 2026History and high fashion are set to collide this May as the Fountain Inn Museum announces its upcoming fundraiser, “Get in the Pink.” The springtime brunch and fashion show promises…
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Samantha Tucker joins Meals on Wheels Greenville as Chief of Advancement
April 9, 2026Meals on Wheels Greenville announced Samantha Tucker, CFRE, is joining the executive team as Chief of Advancement. Tucker brings more than two decades of nonprofit leadership experience to the role,…
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Charleston County to host mandatory forums for nonprofits seeking Community Investment, Accommodations Tax funding
April 9, 2026With applications opening soon, Charleston County will host two public information forums for nonprofit, 501(c) organizations interested in applying for funding through the County Contributions Program, which includes Community Investment,…
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United Way of Greenville County invests in Greenville’s next generation of Black leaders
April 9, 2026African American Leadership Affinity Group to Award Multiple $5,000 Scholarships and Launch Inaugural Pitch Competition | Deadline April 19 United Way of Greenville County, through its African American Leadership (AAL)…
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Greenville Triumph launch 2026 Read to Score initiative presented by ScanSource in collaboration with GE Vernova
April 9, 2026As part of its ongoing commitment to investing in communities across the Upstate, the Greenville Triumph SC – announced the launch of their 2026 Read to Score initiative, presented by…
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Governor Henry McMaster, Together SC, United Way Association of South Carolina, and AmeriCorps SC announce 2026 Governor’s Volunteer Award recipients
April 8, 2026Honoring the People and Partnerships Powering South Carolina Communities During National Volunteer Month Governor Henry McMaster, Together SC, United Way Association of South Carolina, and AmeriCorps SC announced the recipients…
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Children’s Charities of the Midlands awards $140,000 to local children’s programs
April 8, 2026Children’s Charities of the Midlands, in conjunction with the ChippenWhales Plunge Team and partners, has presented $140,000 to local organizations helping children. The funds are the result of their 2025…
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Mission Lexington’s “Mission on the Move” campaign gains momentum through a community leadership gift
April 8, 2026Mission Lexington announced strong momentum for its Mission on the Move capital campaign, an initiative designed to expand capacity and ensure the organization can serve neighbors in crisis for the…
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Join Us for the 34th Annual Spring Tide Community Clean Up & Chowder Cookoff
April 8, 2026Murrells Inlet 2020 is excited to host the 34th Annual Spring Tide Community Clean Up & Chowder Cookoff on Sunday, May 3, and everyone is invited to take part in…
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Orangeburg Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. donates $2,500 to Edisto Habitat for Humanity
April 8, 2026Edisto Habitat for Humanity accepted a $2,500 donation from the Orangeburg Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. during their 2026 Day of Service, held in honor of Past…
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