Miss South Carolina Scholarship Organization announces 2025 judges’ panels
June 17, 2025
The Miss South Carolina Scholarship Organization has announced the panelists tasked with selecting the next Miss South Carolina and Miss South Carolina’s Teen. The 2025 competition, taking place in Columbia…
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The Barbara Stone Foundation gives seven Community Innovation Grants to support individuals with disabilities
June 17, 2025
The Barbara Stone Foundation, a non-profit organization focused on supporting visionary and creative programs and initiatives for individuals with disabilities, recently awarded seven Community Innovations Grants to Upstate non-profits. The…
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Impact Justice receives $97,000 grant from Power:Ed to support SC prison system’s first vertical farm job training program at Camille Graham
June 9, 2025
National nonprofit organization Impact Justice (IJ) was awarded a $97,000 grant from Power:Ed, the philanthropy of SC Student Loan Corporation, to support Growing Justice, a pilot program in partnership with…
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New affordable housing community opens in Overbrook
June 4, 2025
Today’s grand opening of the Riley at Overbrook Apartments marked an exciting milestone in local efforts to increase and enhance the number of affordable housing options available to Greenville residents.…
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Newest exhibition at Upcountry History Museum assembles display of Avengers originals
June 4, 2025
Traverse the Marvel Universe through a unique experience that explores the fourth installment of the Avengers saga in “Avengers: Endgame – The Exhibition,” a first-of-its-kind showcase opening at the Upcountry…
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PalmettoPride’s inaugural SC Sweep removes 160,000+ pounds of trash statewide
June 4, 2025
The statewide campaign encouraged SC residents to pick up litter and keep South Carolina beautiful PalmettoPride, South Carolina’s anti-litter organization, concluded its inaugural SC Sweep campaign in early May. The…
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SC Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities Gala raises over $250,000 to support Thrive25 Initiative
June 2, 2025
The South Carolina Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities celebrated 25 years of transformative arts education at its milestone 25th Anniversary Gala, held Saturday, April 26, 2025, at the…
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AnMed Foundation receives $52,000 grant from Power:Ed to strengthen and diversify medical workforce talent
May 28, 2025
The AnMed Foundation has been awarded a $52,000 grant from Power:Ed, the philanthropy of SC Student Loan Corporation, to support the Upstate’s Pre-Med Bootcamp program. Twenty-four college upper classmen recently…
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IMPH releases report on expiration of Affordable Care Act Tax Credits
May 28, 2025
The South Carolina Institute of Medicine and Public Health (IMPH), a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization working to collectively inform policy to improve health and health care in South Carolina, has released…
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Phillis Wheatley Community Center names new Executive Director
May 23, 2025
The Phillis Wheatley Community Center (PWCC) announced the appointment of Mae D. Jones, PhD, MBA, FLMI as its new executive director. Jones brings a distinguished background in nonprofit leadership, operations,…
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South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance names Annekathrin Mueller Woman of the Year
May 22, 2025Annekathrin Mueller, vice president, commercial plant manager at Bosch in Charleston, has been named the 2025 South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance (SCMA) Woman of the Year. The award was presented at…
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Voter survey points to strong support for local investment in green Space
May 20, 2025
The Community Foundation of Greenville (CFG) and the Greenville County Historic and Natural Resources Trust (the Trust) released findings from a public opinion survey regarding issues of importance to local…
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Caine Halter Family YMCA honors legacy families with ceremonial ribbon cutting
May 20, 2025As part of the YMCA of Greenville’s recreational capital improvements at its oldest family branch in Greenville County, the Caine Halter Family YMCA hosted a ceremonial ribbon cutting to celebrate…
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FUEL accepting applications for 2H25 nonprofit grant program
May 16, 2025
FUEL, a Greenville, S.C.-based branding and marketing agency, is accepting applications until June 13, 2025, for its FUEL for Good Grant program for the first half of 2025. As part…
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Medicinal Whiskey Charity raises $150,000 for upstate charities
May 15, 2025
Medicinal Whiskey Charity, an organization founded by local bourbon enthusiasts to help fight childhood illness, raised $150,000 at their Kentucky Derby Party event on Saturday, May 3rd, 2025 to benefit…
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South Carolina Manufacturing Leadership Program celebrates 2025 graduates at Governor’s Mansion
May 15, 2025The South Carolina Manufacturing Leadership Program (SCMLP) graduated a new cohort of the next generation of business and manufacturing leaders during a ceremony at the governor’s mansion on May 14,…
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South Carolina Athletic Hall of Fame and the South Carolina State Museum announce unique partnership
May 15, 2025
The South Carolina Athletic Hall of Fame has finally found a home, sixty-five years after inaugurating its first class of inductees. The South Carolina Athletic Hall of Fame and the…
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Community leaders come together to start Habitat CEO Build
May 14, 2025
The 13th Habitat Greenville CEO Build started Wednesday morning with a ceremonial wall-raising and a simple request. More community and business leaders are needed to come together to help create…
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Rebuild Upstate receives $100,000 grant from Greenville Women Giving to support critical home repairs
May 14, 2025
Rebuild Upstate, a nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving affordable housing through home repairs, has been awarded a $100,000 grant from Greenville Women Giving. The generous two-year investment will help provide…
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Pediatrician honored with Limitless Impact Award
May 14, 2025
Dr. Deborah M. Greenhouse has been recognized with the Limitless Impact Award presented by Limitless Purpose, a statewide nonprofit organization working to help all children grow, learn and thrive. “Dr.…
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Wild Things Freedom Center enjoined from charitable solicitation in South Carolina
May 12, 2025“South Carolinians are incredibly generous, and they deserve to know their contributions are going to legitimate, transparent causes,” said Secretary of State Mark Hammond Today, Secretary of State Mark Hammond…
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South Carolina Association of Technical College Commissioners announces 2025 award winners
May 9, 2025
The South Carolina Association of Technical College Commissioners (SCATCC) announces the selection of its 2025 award winners. Commissioner Leadership Award, George Piersol, Piedmont Technical College Honors an individual who has…
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Sisters of Charity Foundation of SC welcomes new team member
May 7, 2025
The Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina announced the staff addition of Margie Blackwelder. Margie brings a wealth of experience and a heart for service to this Administrative Assistant…
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South Carolina ETV and Public Radio celebrates educators during May
May 7, 2025
Agency announces Bobbi Kennedy Award opportunity for educators South Carolina ETV and Public Radio (SCETV) is celebrating educators during Teacher Appreciation Week, held May 5-9, 2025. As part of this…
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Francis Marion University Education Foundation receives $100,000 grant from Power:Ed to help SC students retain their merit scholarships
May 7, 2025
Francis Marion University Education Foundation (FMUEF), has been awarded a $100,000 grant from Power:Ed, the philanthropy of SC Student Loan Corporation, to support the expansion of FMU’s Summer Success program…
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Miss South Carolina delegates recognized at State House
May 6, 2025
The South Carolina State House welcomed more than 50 local delegates and volunteers from the Miss South Carolina Scholarship Organization on April 29 for Miss South Carolina Day, an annual…
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Upcountry Fiber Foundation gives $18,000 to local Upstate nonprofit
May 6, 2025
Upcountry Fiber Foundation, the philanthropic arm and permanent endowment of internet service provider Upcountry Fiber, announced that it has awarded six local nonprofit organizations $18,000 from its fourth quarter 2024…
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United Way of the Piedmont honors outstanding corporate and community partners at 2025 Leadership Awards
May 5, 2025
Local leaders from across Cherokee, Spartanburg, and Union counties gathered with United of the Piedmont on April 30, 2025 for an inspiring morning honoring the incredible companies and organizations that…
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SC Student Loan Corporation launches a new employee-directed mini grants program
May 1, 2025
South Carolina Student Loan Corporation (SCSLC), a nonprofit with over 50 years of experience in educational loan lending, has launched a mini grants program awarding a total of $25,000 to six SC nonprofits…
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PalmettoPride to launch SC Sweep campaign from April 25 to May 4
April 30, 2025
The statewide campaign is meant to encourage SC residents to pick up litter and keep South Carolina beautiful PalmettoPride, South Carolina’s anti-litter organization, is launching its new SC Sweep campaign. The statewide…
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Rebuild Upstate honors volunteers during National Volunteer Appreciation Week
April 30, 2025
Rebuild Upstate, a local home repair nonprofit, recognized volunteers, donors, and partners at the Because of You BBQ, held during National Volunteer Appreciation Week. “Volunteers are essential to our mission;…
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IMPH releases action plan to improve health outcomes for moms and babies in rural SC through improved access to care
April 30, 2025
The plan includes recommendations to improve maternal and infant health in South Carolina The South Carolina Institute of Medicine and Public Health (IMPH), a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization working to collectively inform…
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Junior Achievement of Greater South Carolina launches JA Biztown Mobile® to help students gain better understanding of careers in South Carolina
April 29, 2025
Immersive Program Designed to Increase Career Exploration and Financial Literacy of Elementary School Students Junior Achievement of Greater South Carolina announces the launch of JA BizTown Mobile®. This program is…
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Middle Tyger Community Center breaks ground on new early care and education center to expand access to high-quality childcare in Spartanburg County
April 28, 2025
$19 million combined investment by SEW Eurodrive, South Carolina General Assembly, Spartanburg Academic Movement, and Spartanburg School District 5 to provide 285 childcare allotments, impacting more than 100 families. The…
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We Don’t Just Manage Properties, We Build Stability
April 28, 2025
By Matt Foster CEO of NOAH Property Management In the world of property management, success is too often measured in rent collection percentages and vacancy rates. But what if property…
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The Barbara Stone Foundation hosts Bingo Bash on May 4
April 18, 2025
The Barbara Stone Foundation, a non-profit organization focused on creating and supporting visionary programs for individuals with disabilities, is hosting Bingo Bash, a free event at Magnetic South Brewery on May…
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SC Cancer Alliance announces new Chief Executive Officer Nicole Echols
April 17, 2025
The South Carolina Cancer Alliance announced the appointment of Nicole Echols as its new Chief Executive Officer. Echols brings a wealth of experience in nonprofit leadership and stakeholder engagement. Most…
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Bee-friendly blooms and spring wisdom take root at DAR garden talk
April 16, 2025
GREENWOOD, S.C. — As spring unfolds across the South and a haze of pollen lingers in the air, settling on cars and porches, one local gardening expert sees more than…
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President and Chief Executive Officer
April 16, 2025
Lowcountry Land Trust is searching for its new President and Chief Executive Officer to lead this well-established organization. As a leading voice in conservation, the Lowcountry Land Trust’s CEO is responsible for…
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We Are Sharing Hope SC celebrates National Blue & Green Day honoring donor families and transplant recipients
April 14, 2025
We Are Sharing Hope SC, South Carolina’s nonprofit, federally-designated organ, eye and tissue recovery program, in partnership with Donate Life South Carolina (DLSC) gathered with donor families and transplant recipients…
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Support After Abortion
April 11, 2025
Both women and men can struggle after abortion. Whether their abortions were last week or decades ago, they may live with grief, depression, flashbacks, and other adverse effects. We connect…
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Habitat for Humanity of Greenville teams up with 10 Credit Unions
April 9, 2025
A wall raising for a Habitat for Humanity signals the start of construction on a new house. But it is more than a house. It is a home. It is…
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Eight new leaders join United Way of the Piedmont Board of Directors
April 9, 2025
Spartanburg, S.C. (April 9, 2025) – United Way of the Piedmont announced the addition of eight new members to its Board of Directors. These new Board Members bring valuable community…
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Lions Club hosts annual fishing event; fundraiser to grant a wish through Make-A-Wish South Carolina
April 8, 2025
Anglers from all over Greenville and Spartanburg Counties are invited to participate in the 6th annual Greer Centennial Lions bass fishing tournament on April 12, 2025. This year the tournament…
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Spartanburg County organizations partner to create new childcare seats through facility investments
April 8, 2025
An innovative pilot initiative led by OneSpartanburg, Inc., Power Up Spartanburg, the Mary Black Foundation, Spartanburg County First Steps, and Quality Counts plans to expand the amount of childcare available…
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Girl Scouts of South Carolina–Mountains to Midlands convening statewide leaders to address the State of Girls in South Carolina
April 8, 2025
The Chief Executive Officer of Girl Scouts of South Carolina—Mountains to Midlands is bringing together leaders from across the state to engage in critical conversations about the challenges facing today’s…
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Abacus Planning Group Advisor, Ann Beckwith, appointed to the Board of Directors for Sistercare
April 8, 2025
Abacus Planning Group proudly announces the appointment of Ann Beckwith, CFP® to the board of directors of Sistercare. Sistercare’s philosophy is to empower survivors of domestic violence and their children…
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Angels Charge Ministry
April 2, 2025
Angels Charge Ministry (ACM) works with women who have been released from incarceration. We believe in Hope & Resources to help these women to a New Way of Life after…
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Habitat for Humanity and Juneteenth GVL join together for a historic home build
March 28, 2025
Habitat for Humanity of Greenville County and Juneteenth GVL are coming together to build a home in the Nicholtown community this Spring. This historic union will start with a special…
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Alternative Pathways to Educator Certification (APEC) Center at Columbia College selected as the 2025 Dick and Tunky Riley WhatWorksSC award winner
March 28, 2025
Columbia College’s Alternative Pathways to Educator Certification (APEC) Center has been named the winner of the 2025 Dick and Tunky Riley WhatWorksSC Award, awarded annually by The Riley Institute at…
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