Women’s Rights and Empowerment Network (WREN) takes off with series of October events
October 3, 2016
The Women’s Rights and Empowerment Network, or WREN, will make its official debut with launch events October 6 in Columbia, October 13 in Charleston and October 27 in Greenville. The…
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Chase After a Cure donates $100,000 to MUSC for Childhood Cancer Research
October 2, 2016
Chase After a Cure presented a check for $100,000 to pediatric oncologist Dr. Jacqueline Kraveka and her team at the Medical University of South Carolina Children’s Hospital on Sept. 26.…
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Teach For America welcomes more teachers with ties to South Carolina this fall
October 1, 2016
This fall, Teach For America welcomes a new teaching corps among whom 60 percent have ties to South Carolina, triple the rate of last year’s corps. The increase in corps…
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Teach For America welcomes more teachers with ties to South Carolina this fall
October 1, 2016
This fall, Teach For America welcomes a new teaching corps among whom 60 percent have ties to South Carolina, triple the rate of last year’s corps. The increase in corps…
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Carolina Biotech Group receives funding from Benefitfocus Fund
September 26, 2016
Organization receives grant to promote biotech entrepreneurship in SC The Carolina Biotech Group, a state-wide 501(c)(3) young professional organization, recently received a $5,000 grant to promote biotech and healthcare training…
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Carolina Biotech Group receives funding from Benefitfocus Fund
September 26, 2016
Organization receives grant to promote biotech entrepreneurship in SC The Carolina Biotech Group, a state-wide 501(c)(3) young professional organization, recently received a $5,000 grant to promote biotech and healthcare training…
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Amy Brennan, Executive Director, Center for Women
September 22, 2016
LowcountryBizSC Podcast Series’ mission is to support leadership in Giving Back, Diversity, Entrepreneurship, Continuous Education, the Knowledge Economy and the Arts. Thanks to our Sponsor: A…
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American Heart Association announces Chicarra Jones as Go Red For Women Spokesperson & Member of 2016-2017 Class of “Real Women”
September 21, 2016
2016-2017 “Real Women” Want ALL Women to “Know Their Numbers” American Heart Association’s Go Red For Women announced today this year’s “Real Women,” national spokespeople for the cause. This group…
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American Heart Association announces Chicarra Jones as Go Red For Women Spokesperson & Member of 2016-2017 Class of “Real Women”
September 21, 2016
2016-2017 “Real Women” Want ALL Women to “Know Their Numbers” American Heart Association’s Go Red For Women announced today this year’s “Real Women,” national spokespeople for the cause. This group…
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Kids Teeth launches annual calendar contest featuring patients’ drawings
September 19, 2016
Mount Pleasant pediatric dental office Kids Teeth is asking its patients for help creating a 2017 calendar. Current Kids Teeth patients are invited to submit an original drawing for consideration…
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Palmetto Woodturners transforming beautiful wood into meals for families
September 19, 2016The Palmetto Woodturners, part of the American Association of Woodturners, is hosting Bowls for the Hungry for Harvest Hope Food Bank on Thursday, September 29 at the Hall at Senate’s…
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SC Aerospace names new board members
September 19, 2016
Steve Prout of Solar Atmospheres, Todd Sharpley of GKN, and Paul V. Kumler of KTM Solutions have joined the Advisory Board for SC Aerospace. The Board is comprised of industry…
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Former U.S. Surgeon General and Executive Director of the Beau Biden Foundation for the Protection of Children join Darkness to Light Board of Directors
September 14, 2016
Earlier this summer, Darkness to Light announced that their Board of Directors has welcomed two nationally recognized figures to the team, both whom have shown commitment to the public health…
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No Kill South Carolina initiative spreads to Dorchester County
September 12, 2016
Frances R. Willis SPCA and Charleston Animal Society announced a joint effort to launch an aggressive campaign addressing animal overpopulation in Dorchester County as part of Charleston Animal’s Society’s No…
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Tri-County Cradle to Career adds to staff and board
August 31, 2016
NORTH CHARLESTON, SC – Tri-County Cradle to Career Collaborative (TCCC), an organization dedicated to improving educational outcomes for all children, has announced three new additions – board members Julie Medich and…
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The ARK hosts leader training for Powerful Tools for Caregivers class
August 30, 2016
Caring for a family member or friend with a chronic condition can be physically, emotionally and financially draining. But when caregivers have the skills and knowledge to better care for…
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Perry hired as CYDC Associate VP of Development
August 26, 2016
Carolina Youth Development Center has hired Sara Perry as its new Associate VP of Development. Perry brings a variety of nonprofit skills to CYDC, with experience in general administration, finance,…
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Red Cross helps thousands in Louisiana; provides shelter, food, relief supplies
August 25, 2016More than 70 Red Crossers from South Carolina Helping Families in Louisiana The American Red Cross remains on the ground in Louisiana, with volunteers across nearly half of the state…
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Red Cross helps thousands in Louisiana; provides shelter, food, relief supplies
August 25, 2016
More than 70 Red Crossers from South Carolina Helping Families in Louisiana The American Red Cross remains on the ground in Louisiana, with volunteers across nearly half of the state…
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Riley Institute announces finalists for Dick and Tunky Riley WhatWorksSC Award for Excellence
August 24, 2016GREENVILLE, SC – Furman University’s Riley Institute has announced the three finalists for the 2016 Dick and Tunky Riley WhatWorksSC Award for Excellence. The winner of the award will be…
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Riley Institute announces finalists for Dick and Tunky Riley WhatWorksSC Award for Excellence
August 24, 2016GREENVILLE, SC – Furman University’s Riley Institute has announced the three finalists for the 2016 Dick and Tunky Riley WhatWorksSC Award for Excellence. The winner of the award will be…
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The South Carolina Campaign to Prevent Teen Pregnancy announces new Chief Executive Officer
August 15, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC — After an extensive executive search, the South Carolina Campaign to Prevent Teen Pregnancy (SC Campaign) will appoint E.A. “Beth” De Santis as its Chief Executive Officer. Appointed by…
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The South Carolina Campaign to Prevent Teen Pregnancy announces new Chief Executive Officer
August 15, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC — After an extensive executive search, the South Carolina Campaign to Prevent Teen Pregnancy (SC Campaign) will appoint E.A. “Beth” De Santis as its Chief Executive Officer. Appointed by…
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Women’s Rights and Empowerment Network (WREN) launches with series of October events
August 15, 2016The Women’s Rights and Empowerment Network, or WREN, will make its official debut with launch events October 6 in Columbia, October 13 in Charleston and October 27 in Greenville. The…
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Women’s Rights and Empowerment Network (WREN) launches with series of October events
August 15, 2016
The Women’s Rights and Empowerment Network, or WREN, will make its official debut with launch events October 6 in Columbia, October 13 in Charleston and October 27 in Greenville. The…
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Town of Ridgeville Supports Red Cross Heroes for Fire Survivors Campaign
August 11, 2016James Williams, the Mayor of Ridgeville, South Carolina, recently made a donation to the Heroes for Fire Survivors Campaign of the American Red Cross of Lowcountry SC. Across the state,…
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Town of Ridgeville Supports Red Cross Heroes for Fire Survivors Campaign
August 11, 2016
James Williams, the Mayor of Ridgeville, South Carolina, recently made a donation to the Heroes for Fire Survivors Campaign of the American Red Cross of Lowcountry SC. Across the state,…
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South Carolina Association of Health Underwriters elects new leadership
August 10, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Association of Health Underwriters (SCAHU) announces its 2016-2017 Officers, Board of Directors and Chapter Representatives. Eric Wells, Southeastern Insurance Consultants, LLC (Columbia) was elected…
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Grimball Reelected as President of ABVI Board
August 8, 2016
The Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired-Charleston (ABVI) is pleased to announce that Capers Grimball will be serving her second term as president of the board. Capers has served…
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Charleston lawyer Anne McGinness Kearse named 2016-2017 Public Justice President
August 1, 2016
Motley Rice member attorney Anne McGinness Kearse was welcomed as the newest Public Justice President. Public Justice is a national public interest law firm that fights against injustices and is supported by the…
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ECCO increases client access to healthy and fresh food
July 26, 2016
New refrigerated cargo van and Farmers Market supports nonprofit mission MOUNT PLEASANT, SC – East Cooper Community Outreach, aka ECCO, will host the third Fresh and Free Client Choice Farmers Market…
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2016 Librarian of the Year selected as CCPL’s next executive director
July 19, 2016
Nicolle Davies, a nationally recognized library leader who was named Library Journal magazine’s 2016 Librarian of the Year, will be Charleston County Public Library’s new executive director, the library’s Board…
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Charleston Parks Conservancy announces $200,000 pledge from The Speedwell Foundation for West Ashley Greenway and Bikeway
July 18, 2016
CHARLESTON, S.C. – The Charleston Parks Conservancy announced a $200,000 pledge from The Speedwell Foundation to dramatically improve the West Ashley Greenway and West Ashley Bikeway. The Speedwell Foundation has…
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Bonnie Anzelmo new Executive Director of Injured Workers’ Advocate
July 14, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – Bonnie G. Anzelmo has joined Injured Workers’ Advocates of South Carolina as the organization’s new Executive Director. Anzelmo grew up in Barnwell and is an honors graduate…
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Kids Teeth collecting School supplies for Hootie & The Blowfish Homegrown Roundup
July 14, 2016
MOUNT PLEASANT, SC – Rock band Hootie & The Blowfish has become synonymous with helping kids in the Lowcountry get ready to head back to the classroom. But beyond the…
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South Carolina Center for Fathers and Families launches new website
July 12, 2016
Site Will Help Non-Custodial Parents Prepare Visitation Requests and Represent Themselves in Court COLUMBIA, SC – July is National Make a Difference for a Child Month and the South Carolina…
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South Carolina Center for Fathers and Families launches new website
July 12, 2016
Site Will Help Non-Custodial Parents Prepare Visitation Requests and Represent Themselves in Court COLUMBIA, SC – July is National Make a Difference for a Child Month and the South Carolina…
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South Carolina Aquarium works to prepare coastal communities for climate change
July 11, 2016
New Initiative Focuses on Helping Citizens and Communities Cope and Thrive in the Face of Rising Seas Sea level rise, storm surge and changing ocean conditions caused by climate change…
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Free educational programs for caregiving available to Charleston area businesses
July 11, 2016
More than 44 million Americans are providing unpaid caregiving for an adult family member and 61 percent of those caregivers are working either full or part time. About 13 percent…
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Inpatient rehabilitation facilities recommended for stroke recovery
July 11, 2016For the first time, guidelines have been developed by the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association for rehabilitation after a stroke. In the guidelines, which were released in May 2016, the…
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Inpatient rehabilitation facilities recommended for stroke recovery
July 11, 2016
For the first time, guidelines have been developed by the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association for rehabilitation after a stroke. In the guidelines, which were released in May 2016, the…
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128 year old local nonprofit gets a new name, new brand identity
July 6, 2016
Family Services, Inc. will now be doing business as Origin SC NORTH CHARLESTON, SC – Family Services, Inc. (FSI) has had its roots in the Charleston area since 1888,…
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Library board elects Brack to be new chairman
July 1, 2016
CHARLESTON, SC – The Board of Trustees of the Charleston County Public Library has elected Charleston businessman and publisher Andy Brack to serve as its chairman. Other officers elected include tax…
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Salute from the Shore to feature ‘Air Parade’ of F-16s and vintage military aircraft flyover of South Carolina’s coast on July Fourth
June 30, 2016
Salute from the Shore, a 501(c)3 organization, was founded in 2010 by patriotic South Carolinians to honor our armed forces on Independence Day. Every year on July Fourth, hundreds of…
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Salute from the Shore to feature ‘Air Parade’ of F-16s and vintage military aircraft flyover of South Carolina’s coast on July Fourth
June 30, 2016
Salute from the Shore, a 501(c)3 organization, was founded in 2010 by patriotic South Carolinians to honor our armed forces on Independence Day. Every year on July Fourth, hundreds of…
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Charleston Animal Society CEO receives a “Maddie Hero Award”
June 29, 2016
Maddie’s Fund®, a national family foundation based in Pleasanton, CA, has surprised nine animal welfare leaders with the first ever Maddie Hero Awards for their incredible efforts in animal lifesaving…
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Nominations Open for 2016 James F. Barker Ethics in Action Award
June 28, 2016Clemson University’s Rutland Institute for Ethics has opened nominations for its annual James F. Barker Ethics in Action Award. This prestigious award recognizes and celebrates a special individual’s actions that…
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Nominations open for 2016 James F. Barker Ethics in Action Award
June 28, 2016
Clemson University’s Rutland Institute for Ethics has opened nominations for its annual James F. Barker Ethics in Action Award. This prestigious award recognizes and celebrates a special individual’s actions that…
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Liberty Fellowship names new Board of Directors
June 27, 2016Seven leaders from across South Carolina make up the new Board of Directors for Liberty Fellowship, with Co-founder Hayne Hipp serving as Chair Emeritus. Active in Liberty Fellowship a combined…
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Liberty Fellowship names new Board of Directors
June 27, 2016
Seven leaders from across South Carolina make up the new Board of Directors for Liberty Fellowship, with Co-founder Hayne Hipp serving as Chair Emeritus. Active in Liberty Fellowship a combined…
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