Buncombe Street UMC expands staff
June 27, 2018
Buncombe Street United Methodist Church (BSUMC), recently hired two new staff, Angela Galbreath as Communications Director and Andrew (Andy) Fox as Director of Youth Ministries. Ms. Galbreath joins BSUMC as…
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Jasmine Road announces Tomkins as new Residence Manager
June 27, 2018
Jasmine Road is pleased to announce that Sally Tomkins has been named the Residence Manager for the the nonprofit’s first safe house. Jasmine Road is a 501(c)3 organization with a…
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Greenville mom wins big in national savings competition sponsored by EARN.org & Commonwealth
June 25, 2018Single mother is awarded $5,000 Grand Prize by EARN.org and Commonwealth, nonprofits that empower financially vulnerable Americans to take charge of their financial lives Savers Win, a nationwide tax season savings…
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Ronald McDonald House Charities® of the Carolinas expands house to serve hundreds of families with sick children
June 25, 2018
House to provide 12 additional guestrooms when families need it most After years of planning, fundraising and construction, Ronald McDonald House Charities® (RMHC) of the Carolinas is pleased to announce the opening…
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Greenville mom wins big in national savings competition sponsored by EARN.org & Commonwealth
June 25, 2018Single mother is awarded $5,000 Grand Prize by EARN.org and Commonwealth, nonprofits that empower financially vulnerable Americans to take charge of their financial lives Savers Win, a nationwide tax season savings…
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Non Profit Minute – Andrea Moore, Middle Tyger Community Center
June 24, 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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A Child’s Haven celebrates the Grand Opening of Parent-Child Interaction Garden
June 21, 2018A Child’s Haven celebrated the Grand Opening of The Joy in Childhood Foundation Parent-Child Interaction Garden with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Friday, June 1, 2018. Our garden project incorporates…
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Ten at the Top to host Hughes Investments Grant Workshop – June 27
June 21, 2018
Ten at the Top (TATT) invites potential Hughes Investment grant applicants to the Hughes Investments Elevate Upstate Community Vibrancy Grant Workshop which is set to take place on Wednesday, June…
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Habitat for Humanity dedicates seventh CEO Build home
June 19, 2018
More than 30 local business leaders dedicated a home on Friday, June 15 as part of the seventh Habitat for Humanity CEO Build in the Grace Point Community. The annual…
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Habitat for Humanity dedicates seventh CEO Build home
June 18, 2018
More than 30 local business leaders dedicated a home on Friday, June 15 as part of the seventh Habitat for Humanity CEO Build in the Grace Point Community. The annual…
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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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Mobile Meals of Spartanburg reaches GuideStar Platinum
June 14, 2018
Allows donors to focus on progress and results MOBILE MEALS OF SPARTANBURG earned the 2018 Platinum GuideStar Nonprofit Profile Seal of Transparency, the highest level of recognition offered by GuideStar, the…
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United Way of the Piedmont free tax preparation program has record-breaking year
June 11, 2018
Every year, United Way of the Piedmont volunteers prepare tax returns free of charge for low- to moderate-income working families in Spartanburg, Cherokee, and Union counties through Volunteer Income Tax…
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Michelin builds Habitat for Humanity of Greenville County’s 355th home
June 11, 2018
When we consider the many challenges facing our community today, affordable housing comes to the forefront. For over 15 years, there has been a true collaborative effort by Habitat for…
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Michelin builds Habitat for Humanity of Greenville County’s 355th home
June 11, 2018
When we consider the many challenges facing our community today, affordable housing comes to the forefront. For over 15 years, there has been a true collaborative effort by Habitat for…
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Happy Trails Cowboy Church to host Foster Care Funday on Saturday, June 16
June 11, 2018
Happy Trails Cowboy Church invites foster and adoption families to Foster Care Funday, a day of fellowship, food and fun with horses, hayrides and more on Saturday, June 16, at…
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United Way of the Piedmont free tax preparation program has record-breaking year
June 11, 2018
Every year, United Way of the Piedmont volunteers prepare tax returns free of charge for low- to moderate-income working families in Spartanburg, Cherokee, and Union counties through Volunteer Income Tax…
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Blue Ridge Electric Cooperative announces record breaking funds raised from 21st annual Blued Ridge Fest
June 6, 2018Blue Ridge Electric Cooperative announced that the 21st annual Blue Ridge Fest, held on May 4, 2018, raised a record breaking amount of $225,000 to benefit local non-profit organizations in…
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Non Profit Minute – Catriona Carlisle, Meals on Wheels of Greenville
June 5, 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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Tindall highlights employees who foster in honor of National Foster Care Month
May 29, 2018
Tindall Corporation is dedicated to supporting their employees both personally and professionally. Two Tindall team members, Stephen Green and Kelly Scheib, recently became licensed foster parents and are now actively…
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Children’s Cancer Partners of the Carolinas adds significant strength to its board team
May 28, 2018
Experienced Business and Community Leaders Will Help Guide Organization’s Continuing Growth Children’s Cancer Partners of the Carolinas (CCP) announced the addition of five new members to its board of directors.…
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Riverside students help complete Habitat house in Greer
May 24, 2018
GREER, S.C. – Kanya Johnson got a special welcome as she moved into her new home on Fairview Avenue today as many Riverside High School students were there to cheer…
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Chapman Cultural Center offers creative training for early educators
May 24, 2018
Chapman Cultural Center is offering the first in a series of workshops for early childhood educators on June 16th, 2018. Creativity: The Missing Piece will focus on using drama/theater and visual…
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Riverside students help complete Habitat house in Greer
May 24, 2018
GREER, S.C. – Kanya Johnson got a special welcome as she moved into her new home on Fairview Avenue today as many Riverside High School students were there to cheer…
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FAVOR Greenville receives $100,000 grant from Greenville Women Giving
May 22, 2018At their Annual Meeting on May 15th, Greenville Women Giving (GWG) awarded FAVOR Greenville a $100,000 grant. FAVOR Greenville will use the monies to provide vital recovery services to the…
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Girl Scouts of South Carolina-Mountains to Midlands awarded $88,540 by Greenville Women Giving
May 21, 2018
Girl Scouts of South Carolina-Mountains to Midlands was awarded $88,540 Tuesday by Greenville Women Giving. The funded program, Girls Who Thrive, will deliver the Girl Scouting proven leadership program to…
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Determined to Rise: An Inspiring Community Event for all Ages – May 30
May 21, 2018
Breakfast Business and Professional Women of Spartanburg (BBPW), in partnership with The Spartanburg County Foundation, is pleased to present Determined to Rise, an evening of inspirational storytelling featuring local women…
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Girl Scout Alums Katie Couric, Queen Latifah, Melinda Gates, Dolores Huerta, Karlie Kloss, and others remind the world that Girl Scouts grows female leaders who drive powerful change
May 17, 2018
Girl Scouts of the USA (GSUSA) today released a new national PSA, “Lifetime of Leadership,” heralding the organization’s legacy of fostering female change-makers and preparing girls for a lifetime of…
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Children’s Cancer Partners of the Carolinas announces Cecil as new Development Director
May 15, 2018
Children’s Cancer Partners of the Carolinas (CCP) announced that Marisa Cecil has been selected as the nonprofit’s new Director of Development. CCP is a 501(c)3 organization with a mission to…
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Habitat for Humanity of Greenville County and Lowe’s call on women across Greenville, South Carolina to get involved in their community during National Women Build Week 2018
May 14, 2018
For the 11th year, Habitat for Humanity and Lowe’s are engaging women nationwide to work together to build Habitat homes during this year’s National Women Build Week from May 5-13.…
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Habitat for Humanity of Greenville County and Lowe’s call on women across Greenville, South Carolina to get involved in their community during National Women Build Week 2018
May 14, 2018
For the 11th year, Habitat for Humanity and Lowe’s are engaging women nationwide to work together to build Habitat homes during this year’s National Women Build Week from May 5-13.…
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YMCA of Greenville raises record-breaking $1.2 million for annual scholarship campaign
May 9, 20182018 annual campaign total is the largest amount raised in YMCA of Greenville’s history YMCA of Greenville announces that it has raised a record-breaking $1,205,982 for its annual scholarship…
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Girl Scouts of South Carolina–Mountains to Midlands honors 36 Gold Award Girl Scouts
May 9, 2018Girl Scouts prepares every girl for a lifetime of leadership. From taking a night-time hike under the stars to accepting a mission on the International Space Station; from lobbying the…
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YMCA of Greenville raises record-breaking $1.2 million for annual scholarship campaign
May 9, 20182018 annual campaign total is the largest amount raised in YMCA of Greenville’s history YMCA of Greenville announces that it has raised a record-breaking $1,205,982 for its annual scholarship…
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Pendleton Place names Jed Dews as new Executive Director
May 8, 2018
Succession Plan leads to internal change in leadership After implementing an agency succession plan, Pendleton Place is proud to announce Jed Dews as the new Executive Director. For more than…
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Pendleton Place names Jed Dews as new Executive Director
May 8, 2018
Succession Plan leads to internal change in leadership After implementing an agency succession plan, Pendleton Place is proud to announce Jed Dews as the new Executive Director. For more than…
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Upstate Urban League President & CEO featured in 2018 State of Black America
May 7, 2018
The National Urban League’s annual State of Black America report, which evaluates the relative social and economic status of African Americans, this year includes commentary from Jil Littlejohn, Urban League President/CEO. “This…
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Junior League of Greenville raises $15,000 with inaugural Shop for Greenville fundraiser
May 7, 2018
The Junior League of Greenville (JLG) recently held its inaugural Shop for Greenville fundraiser, a 10-day discount shopping event in March featuring local businesses. Partnering with 78 participating retailers and 13 selling…
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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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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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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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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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Sertoma, Inc. awards grant to the SC School for the Deaf and the Blind to provide advanced training for speech therapists
April 24, 2018The SC School for the Deaf and the Blind is enhancing services for deaf students who have good potential to develop speech and listening skills. A grant obtained through Sertoma,…
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Molly Talbot-Metz named new President/CEO of Mary Black Foundation
April 24, 2018
Molly Talbot-Metz has been named the next president and CEO of the Mary Black Foundation, succeeding Kathy Dunleavy, who retires at the end of June 2018. Talbot-Metz will become the…
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Charter Champions named for 2018
April 23, 2018Al Squire, Director of the MedEx program with Greenville Health System, and Leslie Farmer, the Communications Lead for Lockheed Martin, were named Charter Champions for 2018…
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