Habitat Greenville celebrates 20 years partnership with Golden Strip Church Coalition
April 21, 2016
SIMPSONVILLE, SC – Twenty years ago, several volunteers approached Habitat Greenville with the idea of helping expand affordable Habitat housing into the Golden Strip. Their idea was taken to churches…
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Rebuild Upstate adds Volunteer Coordinator
April 21, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Sarah Barthelmes has joined Rebuild Upstate as its Volunteer and Administrative Coordinator. A student at Arizona State University, she will be responsible for working with Rebuild Upstate…
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Homes of Hope receives $100,000 grant from Wells Fargo Housing Foundation
April 21, 2016
Homes of Hope was recently awarded a $100,000 affordable housing grant by the Wells Fargo Housing Foundation. The grant will be used to support Homes of Hope’s newest affordable housing…
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United Ministries and the Greenville Area Interfaith Hospitality Network unite
April 21, 2016
Merger Will Increase the Reach and Broaden the Capability of Both Organizations GREENVILLE, SC – After years of partnering to assist those in need in Greenville, United Ministries and…
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Girl Scouts announces Emerald Circle Chair and kickoff celebration
April 20, 2016
GREENWOOD, SC – Girl Scouts of South Carolina – Mountains to Midlands has appointed Dr. Donna H. Foster as 2016 Chair for its Emerald Circle in Greenwood, Abbeville, McCormick and Saluda ckounties.…
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Slaughter hired to lead Greenville Literacy Association
April 20, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – The Board of Directors of the Greenville Literacy Association has named Jocelyn Slaughter as Executive Director. As chief executive officer, Slaughter will provide strategic leadership and manage…
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Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Carolinas breaks ground on “Building Hope” expansion project
April 18, 2016
RMHC of the Carolinas broke ground on its $3.5 million capital campaign expansion project today. The expansion will allow the Ronald McDonald House, located in Greenville, S.C., to double the amount…
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ONE Clemson gala, golf tournament to raise funds for student athlete career services
April 18, 2016
The ONE Clemson Organization is hosting its second annual golf tournament and gala to raise funds for career programs to help student athletes. The gala will be Friday in Bon Secours Wellness…
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Piedmont Natural Gas Foundation announces opening of 2016 Environmental Stewardship and Energy Sustainability (ES2) Grant Cycle
April 18, 2016
The Piedmont Natural Gas Foundation is currently accepting applications from eligible 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations, governmental and educational institutions for its 2016 Environmental Stewardship and Energy Sustainability (ES2) Competitive Grant Program.…
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Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Carolinas breaks ground on expansion project
April 18, 2016
RMHC of the Carolinas broke ground on its$3.5 million capital campaign expansion project. The expansion will allow the Ronald McDonald House, located in Greenville, S.C., to double the amount of families…
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SC Commission for the Blind celebrates 50 years
April 12, 2016
Happy Anniversary to the South Carolina Commission for the Blind! May 2016 marks the beginning of a yearlong celebration as the South Carolina Commission for the Blind (SCCB) celebrates its…
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Aloft Greenville Downtown celebrates launch of local foster dog program with Let’em Live Upstate
April 12, 2016
Aloft Greenville Downtown, a new lifestyle hotel located in the heart of downtown Greenville, today celebrated the launch of its foster dog program with local partner Let’em Live Upstate. Through…
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Aloft Greenville Downtown celebrates launch of local foster dog program with Let’em Live Upstate
April 12, 2016
Aloft Greenville Downtown, a new lifestyle hotel located in the heart of downtown Greenville, today celebrated the launch of its foster dog program with local partner Let’em Live Upstate. Through…
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Greenville Zoo Foundation to present inaugural ZooTunes concert
April 11, 2016
The Greenville Zoo Foundation will host its first-ever ZooTunes concert this summer at the Greenville Zoo. The inaugural event, presented in partnership with the Greenville Zoo and Eleven Events, is…
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Donors contribute $900,000 on Clemson Give Day
April 11, 2016
The Clemson Family showed its generosity Wednesday, donating more than $900,000 to support student, faculty and facility needs during the inaugural Give Day. “We asked the Clemson Family and friends…
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GCM receives $750 Share the Love grant
April 6, 2016
Greer Community Ministries (GCM) has been awarded a $750 grant as part of the 2015 Meals on Wheels Driving the Movement grant program. The grant funding, raised through the 2015-2016…
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Habitat partners with faith community to build home for special needs family
April 2, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – On Thursday, Habitat for Humanity raised the walls on their first handicap-accessible home in Greenville, further expanding their mission to provide safe, affordable housing to the community.…
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Habitat partners with faith community to build home for special needs family
April 2, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – On Thursday, Habitat for Humanity raised the walls on their first handicap-accessible home in Greenville, further expanding their mission to provide safe, affordable housing to the community.…
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Alzheimer’s Association report shows care contributors sacrifice own food and medical care to support person with Alzheimer’s disease
March 30, 2016COLUMBIA, SC – The personal financial support required by a person with Alzheimer’s disease may ultimately deprive care contributors of basic necessities, such as food, transportation and medical care, according…
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Alzheimer’s Association report shows care contributors sacrifice own food and medical care to support person with Alzheimer’s disease
March 30, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – The personal financial support required by a person with Alzheimer’s disease may ultimately deprive care contributors of basic necessities, such as food, transportation and medical care, according…
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GNMO II deploys $10 million in new markets tax credits for Spartanburg, S.C. project
March 29, 2016
Greenville New Markets Opportunity II (GNMO II), a Community Development Entity (CDE) managed by taxadvantagegroup and Greenville Local Development Corporation in Greenville, S.C., has deployed $10 million of New Markets…
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$760,000 in flood recovery grants awarded by One SC Fund
March 28, 2016
18 nonprofit flood relief and recovery programs are funded through Phase II grants The One SC Fund, a fundraising effort that helps South Carolinians who are recovering from unprecedented…
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Hope Center for Children receives national accreditation
March 28, 2016
SPARTANBURG, SC – Hope Center for Children was awarded national accreditation through the Council on Accreditation (COA) on March 18, 2016. COA partners with human service organizations world-wide to establish…
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$760,000 in flood recovery grants awarded by One SC Fund
March 28, 2016
The One SC Fund, a fundraising effort that helps South Carolinians who are recovering from unprecedented flooding continue the rebuilding process, today announced Phase II grants for nonprofit organizations across…
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Hope Center for Children welcomes Molly Moyer as Director of Development
March 24, 2016
SPARTANBURG, SC – Molly Moyer joined Hope Center for Children as the Director of Development to ensure continued advancement of the organization’s mission to the general public and investors. “I am…
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Girl Scouts appoints Emerald Circle Co-Chairs for 2016
March 24, 2016
SPARTANBURG, SC – Girl Scouts of South Carolina – Mountains to Midlands has appointed Dr. Gloria Webb Close and Doris Hamilton Tidwell as 2016 Emerald Circle Co-chairs. The Emerald Circle…
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Foundation awards $404,610 in grants
March 21, 2016
The Mary Black Foundation announced that that it awarded $404,610 in grants to 6 nonprofit organizations serving Spartanburg County. BirthMatters was awarded $60,000 to support a home visitation program for young moms.…
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YMCA of Greenville Water Safety Week 2016
March 21, 2016
As swim season approaches, it is important for children to learn to be safe in and around water. The YMCA of Greenville and Upstate Pool Management is hosting a free…
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Ladies Night Out Sunday Afternoon Tea
March 21, 2016
The Lancaster County Council of the Arts presents Ladies Night Out Sunday Afternoon Tea fundraiser on Sunday, April 17, 2016 from 3:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. at the Bradley Arts…
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Cultural Center receives educational grant from Piedmont Natural Gas
March 20, 2016
Piedmont Natural Gas has awarded a $2500 grant to Chapman Cultural Center for the advancement of its STEAM educational efforts. STEAM is a national education movement that aims to strengthen…
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Molina Healthcare makes leadership gift for Child Abuse Prevention Month Campaign
March 17, 2016
Molina Healthcare to Match Donations Dollar-for-Dollar COLUMBIA, SC – Molina Healthcare of South Carolina announced a leadership gift made to Children’s Trust of South Carolina to support fundraising during…
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Molina Healthcare makes leadership gift for Child Abuse Prevention Month Campaign
March 17, 2016
Molina Healthcare to Match Donations Dollar-for-Dollar COLUMBIA, SC – Molina Healthcare of South Carolina announced a leadership gift made to Children’s Trust of South Carolina to support fundraising during…
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Concord Leadership Group releases new Nonprofit Sector Leadership Report
March 16, 2016
Most nonprofits are struggling to grow leaders and retain donors — threatening their very existence and the services they provide to the communities they serve. Recent research shows that nonprofits…
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Girl Scouts Appoints Boots & Pearls Women of Distinction Chair
March 14, 2016
Girl Scouts of South Carolina – Mountains to Midlands has appointed Cecilia K. Hanna as 2016 Chair for its Boots & Pearls Women of Distinction event. This is the fourth…
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Roughton joins Greer Community Ministries
March 14, 2016
Karen Roughton has joined Greer Community Ministries (GCM) as the Meals on Wheels coordinator. She will be in charge of supervising the 21 routes that volunteer drivers use to deliver…
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Historical Association hires new Director
March 11, 2016
Spartanburg County Historical Association (SCHA) has hired Suzanne Brooks as its Executive Director. Brooks joins SCHA with experience in historic preservation, advocacy, education, and outreach. She looks to engage the…
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BMW Associates to raise walls on Habitat for Humanity home
March 10, 2016
GREER, SC – In true teamwork fashion typically reserved for a high-tech assembly line, BMW Associates will raise exterior walls on the first BMW Habitat home during a Wall-Raising Ceremony…
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Local survivor and CEO leads 2016 Upstate Heart Walk
March 10, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Herb Dew, CEO of Human Technologies Incorporated, is serving as the chair for the American Heart Association 2016 Upstate Heart Walk. Mr. Dew, who is also a survivor…
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BMW Associates to raise walls on Habitat for Humanity home
March 10, 2016
GREER, SC – In true teamwork fashion typically reserved for a high-tech assembly line, BMW Associates will raise exterior walls on the first BMW Habitat home during a Wall-Raising Ceremony…
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Local survivor and CEO leads 2016 Upstate Heart Walk
March 10, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Herb Dew, CEO of Human Technologies Incorporated, is serving as the chair for the American Heart Association 2016 Upstate Heart Walk. Mr. Dew, who is also a survivor…
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CEO build participants raise walls on 2016 Habitat home
March 8, 2016
The CEOs of Greenville’s top companies are familiar with building corporations, alliances, and nonprofits from the ground up. On Thursday, 23 of those CEOs will come together to raise the…
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CEO build participants raise walls on 2016 Habitat home
March 7, 2016
The CEOs of Greenville’s top companies are familiar with building corporations, alliances, and nonprofits from the ground up. On Thursday, 23 of those CEOs will come together to raise the…
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The Charleston World Heritage Coalition – Charleston history is world history
March 3, 2016
By Brittany Lavelle Tulla Executive Director The Charleston World Heritage Coalition The Charleston World Heritage Coalition (CWHC) is a non-profit organization established in 2012 and funded by the City…
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The Charleston World Heritage Coalition – Charleston history is world history
March 3, 2016
By Brittany Lavelle Tulla Executive Director The Charleston World Heritage Coalition The Charleston World Heritage Coalition (CWHC) is a non-profit organization established in 2012 and funded by the City…
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Mary Black Foundation Foundation announces a four-year Healthy Schools Initiative
March 2, 2016
The Mary Black Foundation announced today that it plans to award $774,000 for up to nine Spartanburg County schools to participate in a four-year Healthy Schools Initiative. Over the period…
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Statewide High School Baseball Tournament to benefit Happy Wheels in honor of Kennedy Branham
March 2, 2016South Carolina high school baseball and the Lexington/Columbia community is preparing to celebrate the life and legacy of Kennedy Branham beginning Thursday, March 3, 2016 through Sunday, March 6, 2016. …
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Defenders for Children connects teens with fishermen to fight child abuse locally and nationally
March 2, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – For the thousands of children abused in South Carolina, it is often difficult for them to relate to adults as friends and role models. Defenders for Children,…
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Defenders for Children connects teens with fishermen to fight child abuse locally and nationally
March 2, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – For the thousands of children abused in South Carolina, it is often difficult for them to relate to adults as friends and role models. Defenders for Children,…
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This Is My Brave: The Show – shares stories about mental illness
March 1, 2016
The only side of mental illness we see often comes after a heartbreaking loss. This Is My Brave is the other side of the story of mental illness — one…
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Urban League of the Upstate receives $45,000 grant from Duke Energy Foundation
February 29, 2016
The Urban League of the Upstate announced today that for the first time in its history that the agency received a $45,000 grant from the Duke Energy Foundation. This grant…
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