2020 census participation key for SC
January 23, 2019
In their Jan. 23 meeting Capital Rotarians were urged to help educate, inspire and encourage South Carolinians to participate in the nation’s 2020 census. Guest speaker Doris Greene (at left…
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United Way of the Midlands’ Volunteer Center now accepting project proposals for its annual Volunteer Week
January 23, 2019United Way of the Midlands announced it is officially accepting project proposals from local nonprofit agencies through February 5 to be considered for its annual Volunteer Week held April 8…
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30th Annual Disability Advocacy Day “We are Because I Am”
January 21, 2019
Presented by the SC Partnership of Disability Organizations The South Carolina Partnership of Disability Organizations (SCPDO) has reached a monumental milestone – celebrating the 30th Annual Disability Advocacy Day this March…
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The Lowcountry Food Bank announces food distributions for federal employees affected by the partial government shutdown
January 21, 2019The Lowcountry Food Bank, whose mission is to fight hunger in coastal South Carolina, announced today that it will conduct food distributions for federal employees who are furloughed or who…
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Non Profit Minute – Robert Welch, Vital Aging of Williamsburg County, Inc.
January 20, 2019
The Who’s on the Move, BizSC, Non Profit Minute is a quick, one minute interview in support of the amazing impact that local non profits have on our communities. We would…
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Housing for All – Mount Pleasant announces executive hires
January 17, 2019Housing for All – Mount Pleasant, a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit devoted to fostering attainable housing efforts in South Carolina’s fourth-largest municipality, is pleased to announce two executive hires to meet…
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Rebuild Upstate announces new 2019 board leadership team
January 17, 2019Rebuild Upstate has elected new board officers for 2019. The new officers are John Boyanoski as board chair; Chip Reaves as vice-chair, Michael Cunningham as finance chair, Lisa Gilstrap as…
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Human trafficking is modern-day slavery
January 17, 2019
Human trafficking is a growing multi-billion-dollar crime worldwide. Victims include children, the homeless or people from difficult family situations, undocumented immigrants and the disabled. Capital Rotarians heard details from Jan.…
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Human trafficking is modern-day slavery
January 16, 2019Human trafficking is a growing multi-billion-dollar crime worldwide. Victims include children, the homeless or people from difficult family situations, undocumented immigrants and the disabled. Capital Rotarians heard details from Jan.…
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Girl Scouts of South Carolina – Mountains to Midlands announces new Board of Directors members
January 16, 2019
Girl Scouts of South Carolina – Mountains to Midlands has announced the election of six new members to the Board of Directors serving a 22-county jurisdiction. The six new members…
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2019 MLK celebration award recipients announced
January 16, 2019The chief justice of the South Carolina Supreme Court, the chief executive officer of a community development fund, and an organization made up of South Carolina nonprofits will be honored…
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EngenuitySC to Host Midlands Regional Competitiveness Week, Jan. 28-Feb. 1
January 16, 2019Week focused on economic competitiveness includes diverse roster of community events EngenuitySC, a Columbia-based nonprofit focused on enhancing the Midlands’ competitiveness and prosperity, has announced the schedule for its second…
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Young professionals host annual 1831 Gala to raise funds for local nonprofit
January 16, 2019From its founding in 1831 to present day, Spartanburg has a long history of philanthropy. As the community continues its energizing growth, young residents support the local organizations that make…
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Lowcountry Food Bank announces its 20th annual Chefs’ Feast gala to fight childhood hunger
January 16, 2019The Lowcountry Food Bank announced that its 20th annual Chefs’ Feast gala will be held on Sunday, February 10, 2019 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the North Charleston…
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The Junior League of Charleston helps fight childhood hunger during the school year
January 16, 2019The Junior League of Charleston is volunteering over the course of the 2018-19 school year at the Lowcountry Food Bank, whose mission is to lead the fight against hunger. The…
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EngenuitySC to Host Midlands Regional Competitiveness Week, Jan. 28-Feb. 1
January 16, 2019
Week focused on economic competitiveness includes diverse roster of community events EngenuitySC, a Columbia-based nonprofit focused on enhancing the Midlands’ competitiveness and prosperity, has announced the schedule for its second…
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Lowcountry Food Bank announces its 20th annual Chefs’ Feast gala to fight childhood hunger
January 16, 2019
The Lowcountry Food Bank announced that its 20th annual Chefs’ Feast gala will be held on Sunday, February 10, 2019 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the North Charleston…
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The Junior League of Charleston helps fight childhood hunger during the school year
January 16, 2019
The Junior League of Charleston is volunteering over the course of the 2018-19 school year at the Lowcountry Food Bank, whose mission is to lead the fight against hunger. The…
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Ken May to retire from S.C. Arts Commission after 33 years
January 14, 2019
Ken May will retire from leading the South Carolina Arts Commission in 2019 after 33 years working to improve equity in and access to the state’s arts, culture, and traditions.…
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CDS receives Charity Navigator’s highest rating for fourth year in a row
January 10, 2019
The Center for Developmental Services (CDS) recently earned the highest awarded rating from Charity Navigator for the fourth year in a row. The coveted 4-star rating shows an organization’s strong…
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Columbia YMCA = Community Servant
January 10, 2019
Since its beginning in 1854 Columbia’s YMCA has aimed to be a community servant in the Midlands, helping families and individuals “grow in mind, body and spirit,” says Bill Price,…
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Loyal Rotary Contributor Recognized
January 10, 2019
Capital Rotary member Mike Montgomery (left in photo) is congratulated by club president Philip Flynn for continuing contributions to The Rotary Foundation in support of international programs that promote peace,…
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Columbia YMCA = Community Servant
January 9, 2019Since its beginning in 1854 Columbia’s YMCA has aimed to be a community servant in the Midlands, helping families and individuals “grow in mind, body and spirit,” says Bill Price,…
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Non Profit Minute – Kim Hutzell, Girl Scouts of SC Mountains to Midlands
January 9, 2019
The Who’s on the Move, BizSC, Non Profit Minute is a quick, one minute interview in support of the amazing impact that local non profits have on our communities. We would…
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Loyal Rotary Contributor Recognized
January 9, 2019Capital Rotary member Mike Montgomery (left in photo) is congratulated by club president Philip Flynn for continuing contributions to The Rotary Foundation in support of international programs that promote peace,…
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Samuel Hook named executive director of the SC School for the Deaf and the Blind Foundation
January 9, 2019
The South Carolina School for the Deaf and the Blind Foundation has a new leader. The foundation’s board of trustees has appointed Samuel Hook to serve as executive director of…
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Nonprofits can register for Midlands Gives through January 15, 2019
January 8, 2019
Online registration for May 7 giving challenge is easier than ever for local nonprofits Local nonprofits still have time to register for Midlands Gives, the annual online giving challenge hosted…
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Christina S. Melton, Superintendent, Lexington Richland Five School District to lead March for Babies as 2019 Chair
January 8, 2019
Christina S. Melton, Ed.D. will serve as the chair for Midlands March for Babies. Dr. Melton is committed to helping March of Dimes continue funding research and community programs to…
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Community involvement leads to Successful Christmas Season for the Salvation Army
January 7, 2019The Salvation Army of the Midlands would like to express their deepest appreciation and thanks for making Christmas 2018 a wonderful success. Thanks to generous community efforts, The Salvation…
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Nonprofits can register for Midlands Gives through January 15, 2019
January 7, 2019Online registration for May 7 giving challenge is easier than ever for local nonprofits Local nonprofits still have time to register for Midlands Gives, the annual online giving challenge hosted…
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Nonprofits can register for Midlands Gives through January 15, 2019
January 7, 2019
Online registration for May 7 giving challenge is easier than ever for local nonprofits Local nonprofits still have time to register for Midlands Gives, the annual online giving challenge hosted…
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Community involvement leads to Successful Christmas Season for the Salvation Army
January 7, 2019The Salvation Army of the Midlands would like to express their deepest appreciation and thanks for making Christmas 2018 a wonderful success. Thanks to generous community efforts, The Salvation…
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Richland Library Friends and Foundation names 2018 recipients of two literary accolades
January 4, 2019The Richland Library Friends and Foundation is calling attention to the achievements of two women for their commitment to libraries and literacy. It’s proud to announce Cindi Boiter as the…
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Richland Library Friends and Foundation names 2018 recipients of two literary accolades
January 4, 2019The Richland Library Friends and Foundation is calling attention to the achievements of two women for their commitment to libraries and literacy. It’s proud to announce Cindi Boiter as the…
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David Tepper Charitable Foundation donates $25,000 to aid in disaster relief
January 3, 2019
Harvest Hope Food Bank is pleased to announce a donation of $25,000 for disaster recovery efforts in the Pee Dee region from the David Tepper Charitable Foundation, Inc. Mr. Tepper…
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Foundation announces 2018 grantees
January 2, 2019In honor of its 75th anniversary, The Spartanburg County Foundation wanted to give back to the community. In 2018, the Foundation awarded a total of $750,000 through unique grantmaking opportunities,…
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Home Works of America receives AARP Foundation grant for hurricane relief
January 2, 2019Home Works of America is grateful to have received a generous donation from AARP Foundation based in Washington, DC. Their donation of $90,000 will go toward Home Works’ efforts in…
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CHE appoints Interim President and Executive Director
January 2, 2019
The South Carolina Commission on Higher Education (CHE) announced that Mr. Michael LeFever will serve as Interim President and Executive Director beginning the first week of January. On December 6,…
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Home Works of America receives AARP Foundation grant for hurricane relief
January 2, 2019
Home Works of America is grateful to have received a generous donation from AARP Foundation based in Washington, DC. Their donation of $90,000 will go toward Home Works’ efforts in…
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Salvation Army of the Midlands receives donation from Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation
December 28, 2018The Salvation Army of the Midlands has received $2,000 from the Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation just in time to help feed local residents. “We are incredibly thankful for the…
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Salvation Army of the Midlands receives donation from Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation
December 28, 2018The Salvation Army of the Midlands has received $2,000 from the Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation just in time to help feed local residents. “We are incredibly thankful for the…
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Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina elects 2019 officers
December 20, 2018
The Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina announces its 2019 board of trustees’ officers: Thomas Otis, Chair; Lisa Bernardin, Vice Chair; Mitch Watson, Secretary; and Andy Folsom, Treasurer. Thomas…
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The Lowcountry Food Bank statement on the 2018 Farm Bill
December 20, 2018
This week, the President signed into law H.R. 2, the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018. Also known as the 2018 Farm Bill, the legislation funds critical programs nationwide that address…
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End Polio Now Progress Continues
December 20, 2018
End Polio Now – the global polio eradication initiative supported by Rotary International – continues to make steady progress against the dreaded disease. That message was delivered by Dr. Jimmie…
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End Polio Now Progress Continues
December 19, 2018End Polio Now – the global polio eradication initiative supported by Rotary International – continues to make steady progress against the dreaded disease. That message was delivered by Dr. Jimmie…
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S.C. State Fair manager Nancy Smith receives national honorary degree as champion of agriculture
December 19, 2018
South Carolina State Fair general manager, Nancy L. Smith, recently was awarded an honorary American FFA Degree by the National FFA Organization. The award is given to those who advance…
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Merry Christmas for Adopted Family
December 19, 2018Capital Rotary Club adopted a local family and provided gifts for the holiday season (shown in photo) as part of the 2018 Midlands Families Helping Families Christmas program, a Palmetto…
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Jerry Richardson commits $4 million matching grant for the Robert Hett Chapman III Center for Philanthropy
December 19, 2018The Spartanburg County Foundation announced that former Carolina Panthers owner and long-time Spartanburg resident and businessman Jerry Richardson has committed a $4 million matching gift to the recently-announced Robert Hett…
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2019 MLK celebration keynote speakers and theme announced
December 19, 2018Charleston’s 10-day Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration, the largest and longest-running event of its kind in South Carolina, will be headlined in January by Cynthia Bramlett Thompson, a…
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Merry Christmas for Adopted Family
December 19, 2018Capital Rotary Club adopted a local family and provided gifts for the holiday season (shown in photo) as part of the 2018 Midlands Families Helping Families Christmas program, a Palmetto…
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