Rebuild Upstate adds new board members
January 15, 2018
Rebuild Upstate has added two new board members, who will serve three-year terms helping grow this agency that does home repairs across the region. Michael Cunningham is the Vice President…
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Bon Secours St. Francis Health System dedicates first Habitat home of 2018
January 15, 2018
Bon Secours St. Francis employees welcomed a new neighbor into Greenville’s Sterling community on Friday, dedicating the home that they built with Habitat for Humanity of Greenville County for Brad…
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Rebuild Upstate adds new board members
January 15, 2018
Rebuild Upstate has added two new board members, who will serve three-year terms helping grow this agency that does home repairs across the region. Michael Cunningham is the Vice President…
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Twelve South Carolina schools named finalists for Palmetto’s Finest Awards
January 12, 2018
Twelve South Carolina schools are finalists for the 2018 Palmetto’s Finest Schools Awards after extensive evaluations by fellow educators and previous Palmetto’s Finest winners. The application process includes elements on…
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SC Manufacturers Alliance names Sara Hazzard President and CEO
January 2, 2018
The South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance (SCMA) announced that Sara Hazzard has been named President and CEO of the organization effective January 1, 2018. “We are excited to welcome Sara Hazzard…
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Rebuild Upstate elects 2018 Board Officers
December 30, 2017
GREENVILLE, SC – The Rebuild Upstate Board has elected its 2018 officers to help guide the Upstate nonprofit that has repaired and rehabilitated more than 600 homes of low-income residents…
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Rebuild Upstate elects 2018 Board Officers
December 30, 2017
GREENVILLE, SC – The Rebuild Upstate Board has elected its 2018 officers to help guide the Upstate nonprofit that has repaired and rehabilitated more than 600 homes of low-income residents…
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Children’s Cancer Partners of the Carolinas awarded for program excellence by United Way of the Piedmont
December 30, 2017Children’s Cancer Partners of the Carolinas (CCP), formerly The Children’s Security Blanket, was recently selected to receive a Program Excellence Award from the United Way of the Piedmont for…
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Engenius awards grant to A Child’s Haven
December 12, 2017
Upstate digital marketing and web design firm, Engenius, has awarded a grant to local nonprofit, A Child’s Haven. Engenius recently launched a new website for a 2017 grant winner, A…
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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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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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OOBE dedicates home for the Jackson Family
December 1, 2017
On Wednesday, local apparel company OOBE dedicated the most recent home to be built for Habitat for Humanity of Greenville County, a home for the Jackson family. As a Habitat…
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OOBE dedicates home for the Jackson Family
November 30, 2017
On Wednesday, local apparel company OOBE dedicated the most recent home to be built for Habitat for Humanity of Greenville County, a home for the Jackson family. As a Habitat…
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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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Mattress by Appointment & Edwin Shoffner pledge life changing gift to children in foster care
November 27, 2017
Mattress by Appointment, LLC announced a philanthropic partnership with Fostering Great Ideas, an Upstate, S.C. non-profit focused on improving the lives of children in the foster care system. The…
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Tyler Rex named as Thrive Upstate’s executive director
November 22, 2017
Tyler Rex has been named executive director for Thrive Upstate, formerly Greenville County Disabilities and Special Needs Board. He will assume the position on November 27. Thrive Upstate provides services…
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Habitat Greenwood paving the way for community revitalization in North Edgefield Neighborhood
November 22, 2017
Greenwood’s west side will soon see signs of its first new residential development in nearly 20 years, as Greenwood Area Habitat for Humanity begins demolition of abandoned properties in Greenwood’s…
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Tyler Rex named as Thrive Upstate’s executive director
November 22, 2017
Tyler Rex has been named executive director for Thrive Upstate, formerly Greenville County Disabilities and Special Needs Board. He will assume the position on November 27. Thrive Upstate provides services…
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Habitat Greenwood paving the way for community revitalization in North Edgefield Neighborhood
November 22, 2017
Greenwood’s west side will soon see signs of its first new residential development in nearly 20 years, as Greenwood Area Habitat for Humanity begins demolition of abandoned properties in Greenwood’s…
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New Playground promotes fitness for children who are disabled
November 20, 2017Are You Healthier than a Fourth Grader? Guests to the SC School for the Deaf and the Blind found out as they exercised along with the students at the Nov.…
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Main Street Laurens USA and Greenwood Arts Center receive Hughes Investments Elevate Upstate Community Vibrancy Grants
November 20, 2017
Ten at the Top (TATT), an organization created to enhance economic vitality and quality of life across the Upstate by fostering collaboration and strategic partnerships, has announced the recipients for…
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United Way honors Betty & Walter Montgomery with annual Morgan Award
November 20, 2017United Way of the Piedmont announced this year’s recipient(s) of the Morgan Award, Betty and Walter Montgomery. The Morgan Award is given to a United Way leadership donor who exemplifies…
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Habitat Greenville recognizes four outstanding philanthropists for National Philanthropy Day
November 20, 2017Left to right – Kenny Bridwell, Volunteer Fundraiser of the Year; Brian Rogers with Wells Fargo; Corporate Philanthropist of the Year; Monroe Free; Habitat Greenville CEO; Kim Keable, Individual Philanthropist of the…
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Habitat Greenville recognizes four outstanding philanthropists for National Philanthropy Day
November 20, 2017Left to right – Kenny Bridwell, Volunteer Fundraiser of the Year; Brian Rogers with Wells Fargo; Corporate Philanthropist of the Year; Monroe Free; Habitat Greenville CEO; Kim Keable, Individual Philanthropist of the…
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United Way honors Betty & Walter Montgomery with annual Morgan Award
November 20, 2017United Way of the Piedmont announced this year’s recipient(s) of the Morgan Award, Betty and Walter Montgomery. The Morgan Award is given to a United Way leadership donor who exemplifies…
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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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Association of Fundraising Professionals honors four Upstate philanthropists on National Philanthropy Day
November 17, 2017
On, Wednesday, November 15, the South Carolina Piedmont Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) honored four individuals and organizations for their outstanding contributions to the Upstate’s philanthropic community…
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Association of Fundraising Professionals honors four Upstate philanthropists on National Philanthropy Day
November 17, 2017
On, Wednesday, November 15, the South Carolina Piedmont Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) honored four individuals and organizations for their outstanding contributions to the Upstate’s philanthropic community…
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United Way presents four awards at National Philanthropy Day celebration
November 16, 2017United Way of the Piedmont is pleased to announce our honorees for this year’s National Philanthropy Day Awards. National Philanthropy Day® (NPD) is celebrated by the Association of Fundraising Professionals…
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United Way presents four awards at National Philanthropy Day celebration
November 16, 2017United Way of the Piedmont is pleased to announce our honorees for this year’s National Philanthropy Day Awards. National Philanthropy Day® (NPD) is celebrated by the Association of Fundraising Professionals…
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Upstate Forever announces 2018 ForeverGreen Luncheon speaker and awardees
November 15, 2017
Upstate Forever is hosting their annual ForeverGreen Awards Luncheon on February 27th, 2018 at the Embassy Suites on Verdae Boulevard. The luncheon celebrates individuals and organizations for significant contributions in fields related…
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EDTS receives historic Augusta 2017 Preservation Award
November 14, 2017
Historic Augusta, Inc., named EDTS a recipient of one of six annual Historic Preservation awards. The award was given in recognition of the “careful rehabilitation” of Sibley Mill, Building 4,…
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Upstate Forever announces 2018 ForeverGreen Luncheon speaker and awardees
November 14, 2017
Upstate Forever is hosting their annual ForeverGreen Awards Luncheon on February 27th, 2018 at the Embassy Suites on Verdae Boulevard. The luncheon celebrates individuals and organizations for significant contributions in fields related…
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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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Christ Church Episcopal and Triune Mercy Center launch women-focused nonprofit
November 13, 2017
Greenville’s Christ Church Episcopal and Triune Mercy Center announced the launch of Jasmine Road, a new 501(c)3 organization with a mission focused on providing a path to freedom and a…
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The Spartanburg County Foundation awards $109,837 to 14 nonprofit organizations
November 13, 2017
The Spartanburg County Foundation awarded $109,837 in capacity-building grants to 14 nonprofit organizations working to improve the lives of Spartanburg County residents across all seven Spartanburg Community Indicator Areas: Civic…
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Habitat Greenville raises walls on 2017 Women’s Build home
November 13, 2017
On Thursday, Greenville women business leaders, government officials and volunteers kicked off the 2017 Women’s Build by raising the walls of the home they are building for the newest resident…
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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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Habitat Greenville raises walls on 2017 Women’s Build home
November 13, 2017
On Thursday, Greenville women business leaders, government officials and volunteers kicked off the 2017 Women’s Build by raising the walls of the home they are building for the newest resident…
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The Spartanburg County Foundation awards $109,837 to 14 nonprofit organizations
November 13, 2017
The Spartanburg County Foundation awarded $109,837 in capacity-building grants to 14 nonprofit organizations working to improve the lives of Spartanburg County residents across all seven Spartanburg Community Indicator Areas: Civic…
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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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FAVOR Greenville named as model program by federal government
November 8, 2017FAVOR Greenville announced that FAVOR Greenville has officially been named one of 4 “model programs” from across the nation by the federal government Substance Abuse Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)…
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Rebuild Upstate celebrating 10th Anniversary
November 7, 2017
An Upstate non-profit that has repaired and rehabilitated more than 600 homes of low-income residents is celebrating 10 years of serving families in the Upstate. “We have done some amazing…
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Rebuild Upstate celebrating 10th Anniversary
November 7, 2017
An Upstate non-profit that has repaired and rehabilitated more than 600 homes of low-income residents is celebrating 10 years of serving families in the Upstate. “We have done some amazing…
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Locally Epic app expands to include nonprofit organizations
November 6, 2017
Locally Epic is offering free access to the app’s location-based marketing technology for local non-profit organizations. The Locally Epic app allows businesses to communicate directly with customers, using geo-fencing and…
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Richard Jones, CEO of FAVOR Greenville receives State Conference Award
November 6, 2017
Richard Jones, CEO of FAVOR Greenville received the Certified Peer Support Annual Award at this year’s SC State conference in Seabrook Island.
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Habitat Greenville named 2017 EarthCraft Builder of the Year
October 26, 2017
Habitat for Humanity of Greenville County has been named the 2017 EarthCraft Builder of the Year by Southface and the Greater Atlanta Homebuilder’s Association. The EarthCraft Builder of the Year…
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