#GivingTuesday
December 1, 2015
Now in its fourth year, #GivingTuesday is a global day of giving fueled by the power of social media and collaboration. Observed on the Tuesday following Thanksgiving (in the U.S.)…
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SOL Partners with Ronald McDonald House throughout the Holiday Season
November 30, 2015
MOUNT PLEASANT, SC – Throughout this holiday season, SOL Southwest Kitchen & Tequila Bar in Mt. Pleasant will be raising money to help families whose children are being treated for serious illnesses. For…
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Emanuel A.M.E. Church plans to donate over $1MM to Mother Emanuel families and survivors
November 30, 2015CHARLESTON, SC – Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church (AME) has indicated it is ready to start distributing the funds from donations made to the church in honor of the tragedy there…
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David Kent is 2016 South Carolina REALTORS® President
November 30, 2015
David Kent, Realtor® and Broker in Charge of The Real Buyer’s Agent in Charleston, is South Carolina REALTORS® (SCR) 2016 president. Kent was inaugurated in a ceremony at the association’s September…
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Casual for a Cause: Collins & Lacy Seeks 2016 Denim Day Recipients
November 30, 2015
Firm employees donate more than $3,000, to date, to statewide non-profits in 2015 COLUMBIA, SC – Collins & Lacy, P.C. is reaching out to non-profit organizations in South Carolina to be…
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Animal Society exceeds $350,000 to set event record
November 30, 2015
5,000 people raised over $350,000 at Charleston Animal Society’s 16th Annual Celebrity Chili Cook-off & Oyster Roast, presented by The Post and Courier last Saturday. Proceeds from the event will…
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The Charleston Regional Development Alliance hires new Marketing Services Manager
November 23, 2015
The Charleston Regional Development Alliance (CRDA) is pleased to welcome Jamie DeMent as the organization’s new Marketing Services manager. Jamie DeMent brings experience in marketing, graphic design, web project development,…
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Southern Hospitality at its best at the next South Carolina Aquarium Good Catch Dinner
November 23, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC— Lowcountry food and fine dining is on tap at the next South Carolina Aquarium Good Catch Dinner, taking place at High Cotton, Tuesday, Dec.1, at 6:30 p.m. The…
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Charleston Animal Society named best local nonprofit
November 23, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – Thousands of people from across the Lowcountry (and even the nation) were voting for their favorite Charleston nonprofits by sending texts as part of the 2015 “Giving…
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Jefferson Awards Foundation adds three community leaders to its board
November 19, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – The Jefferson Awards Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to building a culture of service across America, announced today that three new members have been appointed to the…
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Celebrity Chili Cook-Off November 21st ready to go!
November 19, 2015
NORTH CHARLESTON, SC – The 2015 Chili Cook-off & Oyster Roast is scheduled for November 21st at the Citadel Football Stadium (1pm –5pm) and has more than 100 teams signed-up to participate. …
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World AIDS Day shines lights on HIV epidemic in Charleston
November 18, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – While the HIV epidemic may seem like something that happens in other places, the numbers show HIV is very much an epidemic hitting the Lowcountry. On World…
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Party for a Cause at the South Carolina Aquarium
November 18, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC — Get your tickets for a night out among the aquatic surroundings of the South Carolina Aquarium at the Sea Life by Starlight Party, Saturday, Dec. 5, 2015.…
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South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond announces Scrooges and Angels for 2015
November 18, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond announced today the 20th annual Scrooges and Angels list of 2015. Ten Angels as well as one Honorary Angel were…
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Charleston Beer Garden becomes fundraiser for Lowcountry AIDS Services
November 16, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC– Lowcountry AIDS Services has partnered with Gusto Group to produce Charleston’s largest pop-up beer garden. Beginning in 2016, the annual Charleston Beer Garden festival will be a fundraiser…
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Celebrity Chili Cook-Off November 21st ready to go!
November 16, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – The 2015 Chili Cook-off & Oyster Roast is scheduled for November 21st at the Citadel Football Stadium (1pm –5pm) and has more than 100 teams signed-up to…
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TumbleBook Library now available statewide to public libraries
November 16, 2015
The South Carolina State Library is pleased to announce the agreement of a two-year statewide subscription to the TumbleBook Library for all South Carolina public libraries. The TumbleBook Library collection…
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Emanuel A.M.E. Church lays out plans for Moving Forward Fund
November 12, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – Many remember the tragedy that enfolded the Holy City on June 17 as nine parishioners, many of them acting in official ministerial roles, were gunned down during a…
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Children’s Discovery Center CEO selected as a Master Leader
November 11, 2015
MOUNT PLEASANT, SC  – Lois Rosenberry, president and CEO of Children’s Discovery Center has been selected as a Master Leader of the Exchange Leadership Initiative—a title awarded by Exchange magazine…
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Junior Achievement of Central South Carolina to change name to Junior Achievement of Greater South Carolina
November 10, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC  – After the recent consolidation with Junior Achievement of Coastal South Carolina, Junior Achievement of Central South Carolina’s board has chosen a new name that truly represents all 34…
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200 chili cook-off tickets being given to military families
November 9, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – Thanks to the generosity of five sponsors, Charleston Animal Society will be giving 200 Chili Cook-off & Oyster Roast tickets to Joint Base Charleston for distribution to…
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Charleston Parks Conservancy launches new James Island Community Garden
November 9, 2015
CHARLESTON, S.C. — The Charleston Parks Conservancy has unveiled its newest community garden on James Island. This month, gardeners will begin filling the leased beds at Medway Park and Community…
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South Carolina Power Team promotes Angelyn Thomas to Project Manager
November 5, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – South Carolina Power Team is pleased to announce the promotion of Angelyn Thomas to project manager. In this role Angelyn will focus on new industry recruitment and job…
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Elizabeth Colbert-Busch leads Riley award effort for 2nd year
November 5, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – The YWCA of Greater Charleston announces Elizabeth Colbert-Busch, director of business development for the Clemson University Restoration Institute, as chair of the Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Vision…
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YEScarolina building an Entrepreneurship Center in Charleston
November 4, 2015
The Entrepreneurship Center will be a permanent home and epicenter for entrepreneurial education in Charleston and the Lowcountry CHARLESTON, SC – YEScarolina (http://yescarolina.com) has embarked upon the creation of…
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Online auction open for Party for the Parks coming Nov. 14 to Cannon Park
November 3, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – The Charleston Parks Conservancy will transform Cannon Park into a street-fair style party for the upcoming Party for the Parks, the nonprofit’s largest fundraiser of the year.…
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Magnolia Gardens gears up for another holiday food drive
November 3, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – In November and December, bring one or more non-perishable healthy food items to Magnolia Plantation and Gardens to receive special discounts off the garden admission and nature…
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Diverse group discusses need for responsible Atlantic offshore energy development
November 3, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC  – Today, Consumer Energy Alliance (CEA) hosted the 2015 Atlantic Energy Forum in Columbia, South Carolina, featuring Abigail Ross Hopper, Director of the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management…
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Darkness to Light announces new board member
October 28, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – Darkness to Light (D2L), a leading organization in the fight to prevent, recognize and react responsibly to child sexual abuse, today announced the appointment of Jamie Tozzi…
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The Ronald McDonald House of Charleston will receive Five Star treatment during its eighth annual ‘Five Star Day’, courtesy of Forbes Five Star Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort
October 27, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – For the eighth consecutive year, The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort will bring the season of giving to the guests of the Charleston Ronald McDonald House…
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333 Lowcountry pets find home during ASPCA Mega-match-a-thon
October 27, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – The community response to the 2015 ASPCA Mega-match-a-thon presented by Subaru (October 23 – October 26) was overwhelming, with 333 animals placed into new, loving homes “The…
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Charleston’s tech economy robust in 2015
October 26, 2015
Annual Wage and Job Growth Data Consistent Since 2004 Â CHARLESTON, SC –Â In its 12th Wage and Job Growth survey, the Charleston Digital Corridor is pleased to announce that the…
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Carolina Panthers select American Cancer Society staffer for ‘Keep Pounding Ceremony’
October 26, 2015
Society staff member and cancer survivor, Ashley Cashon, was the honored drummer for special ‘A Crucial Catch’ game  CHARLOTTE, NC – The Carolina Panthers honored those who are currently fighting…
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Lowcountry Autism Foundation to host second annual Oysters for Autism at Bowens Island
October 22, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – The Lowcountry Autism Foundation is set to shuck some hot steamy oysters for a cause at the ever-popular Bowens Island Restaurant, www.bowensislandrestaurant.com<http://www.bowensislandrestaurant.com> Â on Sunday, November 8th from…
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Riley Institute announces 2015 Dick and Tunky Riley Excellence Award
October 22, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – A program aimed at attracting the best and brightest South Carolina students to teaching has won the 2015 Dick and Tunky Riley WhatWorksSC Award for Excellence. Furman…
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Wounded Warrior Project awards Palmetto Carriage Works with honorary plaque
October 21, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – On October 15, Palmetto Carriage Works hosted 52 Wounded Warriors at the Big Red Barn and toured them around the historic city. The soldiers awarded Palmetto Carriage…
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Chase After a Cure Gala tickets on sale Nov. 1; one-week discounted ticket price available
October 19, 2015
CHARLESTON, S.C. – Chase After a Cure will host its eighth annual gala, raising money for childhood cancer research at Medical University of South Carolina Children’s Hospital, on Saturday,…
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The ARK hosts Alzheimer’s Foundation’s National Memory Screening Program
October 14, 2015
SUMMERVILLE, SC – As part of the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America’s (AFA) National Memory Screening Program, The ARK, Alzheimer’s Family Support Services will offer free, confidential memory screenings from 1-5…
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S.C. Chamber announces 2015 Public Servant of the Year
October 14, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Chamber is proud to announce  as its 2015 Public Servant of the Year. Governor Haley will be awarded on November 12, 2015 at the…
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Chase After a Cure donates $120,000 to MUSC for childhood cancer research
October 12, 2015
SUMMERVILLE, SC – Celebrating the end of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month in September, local nonprofit Chase After a Cure made its annual donation to the Medical University of South Carolina…
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Time Warner Cable partners with The American Red Cross to aid flooding victims In South Carolina
October 12, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Time Warner Cable announced today a donation of $50,000 in cash and $250,000 in local media to support the American Red Cross recovery efforts following historic flooding…
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Liberty Fellowship announces new Executive Director and enhancements to its seminar program
October 12, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Liberty Fellowship announced Luanne Runge has been named Executive Director. A Fellow from the Class of 2009, Runge joined Liberty Fellowship in 2014 as Associate Executive Director.…
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The Rusty Rudder Oktoberfest taking donations for SC flood victims this Saturday
October 7, 2015
MOUNT PLEASANT, SC – In wake of the recent and ongoing South Carolina storm devastation and deadly flooding, TheRusty Rudder Mount Pleasant, located at 3562 N. Hwy 17, is spreading…
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SCAM ALERT: Avoid fraudulent charities looking to profit off flood
October 7, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – In response to the devastation of the recent flood, many South Carolinians are searching for ways to help victims. The SC Department of Consumer Affairs and Secretary of…
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Wells Fargo announces $300,000 donation to Red Cross to aid flood relief efforts
October 7, 2015SAN FRANCISCO, CA – Wells Fargo & Company (NYSE: WFC) announced today that it is making a donation of $300,000 to the American Red Cross to support disaster relief efforts in…
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TD donates $100,000 to aid flood relief efforts
October 7, 2015TD Bank and the TD Charitable Foundation today donated $75,000 to the American Red Cross and $25,000 to a local food bank to assist with flood relief efforts in South…
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United Way of Greenville County contributes $100,000 to Flood Disaster Recovery
October 7, 2015
Columbia, SC — United Way of Greenville County is contributing $100,000 on behalf of its donors to support flood recovery efforts around the state. The executive committee of United Way…
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National Flood Relief Fund for S.C. Midlands organizations established by Central Carolina Community Foundation
October 7, 2015COLUMBIA, SC –Â Â Deadly, record-smashing rainfall has caused massive flooding across the eleven Midlands counties served by Central Carolina Community Foundation in Columbia, S.C. In response, the Foundation has established a…
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Baptist Disaster Relief announces assistance for flood damaged homes
October 7, 2015CONWAY, SC  – Baptist Disaster Relief has announced assistance for homeowners whose properties were damaged by flood waters. The assistance is without charge and is open to all Horry County property…
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National Flood Relief Fund for S.C. Midlands organizations established by Central Carolina Community Foundation
October 7, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC –Â Â Deadly, record-smashing rainfall has caused massive flooding across the eleven Midlands counties served by Central Carolina Community Foundation in Columbia, S.C. In response, the Foundation has established a…
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