Casual for a Cause: Collins & Lacy Seeks 2016 Denim Day Recipients
November 30, 2015Firm 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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The Mary Black Foundation awards $436,522 in grants
November 27, 2015The Mary Black Foundation announced today that it recently awarded $436,522 in grants to 11 nonprofit organizations serving Spartanburg County. Children’s Security Blanket was awarded $15,000 to assist families who…
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Nonprofit teams come together to learn to lead at Shine the Light Forum
November 23, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – DNA Creative Communications (DNA), in partnership with Community Foundation of Greenville, United Way of Greenville County and Hollingsworth Funds, hosted “Leading with an Exceptional Team,” part of DNA’s annual…
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Nonprofit teams come together to learn to lead at Shine the Light Forum
November 23, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – DNA Creative Communications (DNA), in partnership with Community Foundation of Greenville, United Way of Greenville County and Hollingsworth Funds, hosted “Leading with an Exceptional Team,” part of DNA’s annual…
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Greenville Drive to be honored at Partner of the Year Luncheon
November 22, 2015Public Education Partners (PEP), the leading non-profit supporter of high-quality public education in Greenville, is once again recognizing a remarkable business for its outstanding impact on our public schools. At…
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Center for Developmental Services receives Hollingsworth Grant
November 22, 2015The Center for Developmental Services (CDS) has been awarded a $25,000 grant from the Hollingsworth Funds. This gift will help CDS conduct a space utilization survey as part of their…
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Community surpasses $16.7 million in giving to set United Way campaign record
November 20, 2015Campaign results represent the largest result for a United Way campaign in South Carolina United Way volunteers announced Thursday the organization’s annual community campaign has raised more than $16.7…
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Gateway House joins #GivingTuesday
November 19, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – Gateway House has joined #GivingTuesday, a global day of giving that harnesses the collective power of individuals, communities and organizations to encourage philanthropy and to celebrate generosity…
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Local coat drive helps local people in need stay warm
November 19, 2015Forty-five million Americans are currently living in poverty. For many of these families and individuals, a warm coat is a budget extra they simply cannot afford. General Air invites Upstate…
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Holiday craft fair showcases local, residential artisans
November 19, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – The Woodlands at Furman will transform into a holiday market on Friday, November 20, as 42 vendors kick off the holiday shopping season for residents and the surrounding community…
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Girl Scouts and Congressman Trey Gowdy discuss the well-being of girls in South Carolina
November 18, 2015SPARTANBURG, SC – In their annual meeting to discuss the well-being of girls in his district and the Girl Scouts of South Carolina – Mountains to Midlands council, Congressman Trey…
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Local coat drive helps local people in need stay warm
November 18, 2015Forty-five million Americans are currently living in poverty. For many of these families and individuals, a warm coat is a budget extra they simply cannot afford. General Air invites Upstate…
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Holiday craft fair showcases local, residential artisans
November 18, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – The Woodlands at Furman will transform into a holiday market on Friday, November 20, as 42 vendors kick off the holiday shopping season for residents and the surrounding community…
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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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St. Francis Foundation names Major Gift Officer
November 17, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – The Bon Secours St. Francis Health System Foundation, Inc. recently named Reed Cole as major gift officer. Cole will be responsible for bringing gifts to the Bon Secours…
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TumbleBook Library now available statewide to public libraries
November 16, 2015The 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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Girl Scouts preparing for January cookie sales
November 11, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – Girl Scouts of South Carolina – Mountains to Midlands (GSSC-MM) is preparing for its annual cookie sales program. This is the largest girl-led business in the country and…
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Ten locations for public art installations selected
November 11, 2015SPARTANBURG, SC – Spartanburg Mayor Junie White announced all 10 neighborhoods that applied to take part in Seeing Spartanburg In A New Light have been selected to participate in the…
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The Spartanburg County Foundation Awards $101,500 to Twelve Nonprofit Organiztaions
November 11, 2015SPARTANBURG, SC – The Spartanburg County Foundation awarded $101,500 in grants to 12 nonprofit organizations working to improve the overall social well-being of Spartanburg County residents- Children’s Advocacy Center of…
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Greenville Chamber begins CEO search
November 10, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – The Greenville Chamber has begun its search for a new President/CEO. A national executive search firm has been engaged, has completed a thorough profile for the position,…
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Junior Achievement of Central South Carolina to change name to Junior Achievement of Greater South Carolina
November 10, 2015COLUMBIA, 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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Spartanburg Community College Foundation receives fundraising recognition from CASE
November 10, 2015SPARTANBURG, SC – The Spartanburg Community College Foundation was recently recognized by the Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE) as one of the top 25 community colleges in…
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The Spartanburg County Foundation Awards $101,500 to Twelve Nonprofit Organiztaions
November 10, 2015SPARTANBURG, SC – The Spartanburg County Foundation awarded $101,500 in grants to 12 nonprofit organizations working to improve the overall social well-being of Spartanburg County residents- Children’s Advocacy Center of…
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Ad Club helping local nonprofits
November 8, 2015Local Ad Club Rolling Out Public Service Initiative GREENVILLE, SC – Nonprofit organizations face many challenges, including finding funds for crucial marketing and advertising efforts that could further reach…
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South Carolina Power Team promotes Angelyn Thomas to Project Manager
November 5, 2015COLUMBIA, 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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Diverse group discusses need for responsible Atlantic offshore energy development
November 3, 2015COLUMBIA, 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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United Way of Greenville County launches #IGaveHere mobile giving campaign
November 2, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – Making a final push toward its 2015 campaign goal, United Way of Greenville County is looking to recruit new donors and garner additional support with a special…
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Girl Scouts went Back in the Woods
October 29, 2015SPARTANBURG, SC – Approximately 400 Girl Scouts and adults went Back in the Woods at Camp Mary Elizabeth, Spartanburg, on Saturday, October 24. Girl Scout Brownies (grades 2-3) and Juniors (grades…
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Greenville County Redevelopment Authority announces appointment of New Executive Director
October 28, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – The Greenville County Redevelopment Authority (GCRA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Stanley (Stan) Wilson as the organization’s new Executive Director. Wilson will assume leadership of the…
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Rebuild Upstate brings on AmeriCorps VISTA worker
October 28, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – Rebuild Upstate has added Kristen Knight to its team via the AmericaCorps Vista program. A Florida native, Knight is a graduate of the University of Central Florida…
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Rebuild Upstate brings on AmeriCorps VISTA worker
October 27, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – Rebuild Upstate has added Kristen Knight to its team via the AmericaCorps Vista program. A Florida native, Knight is a graduate of the University of Central Florida…
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United Community Bank Ice on Main announces opening date
October 27, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – United Community Bank Ice on Main announced today that Greenville’s only outdoor skating rink will kick off its fifth season onFriday, November 20 with an Opening Day Ceremony…
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Women’s Leadership Institute accepting applications for class of 2016
October 22, 2015GREENVILLE, SC—Furman University’s Center for Corporate and Professional Development is accepting applications for the Women’s Leadership Institute (WLI), Class of 2016. Online applications are due by Nov. 13, 2015. Women…
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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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Volunteers needed for playground build day
October 21, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – On Wednesday, November 4, community volunteers and CarMax employees will work together to build an entire playground in one day. More than 75 volunteers from the Greenville community…
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Vom Fass Greenville Features “The Green Fairy” at its Anniversary Halloween Celebration
October 20, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – Vom Fass Greenville, located at 4 Market Point Drive, is celebrating its One Year Anniversary this Halloween — Saturday, October 31st. Vom Fass, which means “from the cask,”…
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Women Giving for Spartanburg now accepting 2016 grant requests
October 20, 2015SPARTANBURG, SC – Women Giving for Spartanburg (WGFS) enters its ninth year of giving, inviting area nonprofit organizations to apply for a 2016 grant. “I encourage all nonprofit organizations serving Spartanburg…
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Women Giving for Spartanburg now accepting 2016 grant requests
October 20, 2015SPARTANBURG, SC – Women Giving for Spartanburg (WGFS) enters its ninth year of giving, inviting area nonprofit organizations to apply for a 2016 grant. “I encourage all nonprofit organizations serving Spartanburg…
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Rebuild Upstate hosting free business networking event
October 19, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – Rebuild Upstate is inviting business leaders to a free morning networking event later this month. WakeUp with Rebuild will be held Tuesday, October 20 from 7:30 a.m.…
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National leadership coach to address nonprofit teams in Greenville
October 19, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – DNA Creative Communications (DNA), in partnership with Community Foundation of Greenville, United Way of Greenville County and Hollingsworth Funds, announces that 20-year organizational leadership veteran Patrick Jinks…
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National leadership coach to address nonprofit teams in Greenville
October 19, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – DNA Creative Communications (DNA), in partnership with Community Foundation of Greenville, United Way of Greenville County and Hollingsworth Funds, announces that 20-year organizational leadership veteran Patrick Jinks…
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Rebuild Upstate hosting free business networking event
October 19, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – Rebuild Upstate is inviting business leaders to a free morning networking event later this month. WakeUp with Rebuild will be held Tuesday, October 20 from 7:30 a.m.…
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New M&G Exhibit investigates art mysteries
October 15, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – A new Greenville exhibit is about to unveil how there is more to art than meets the eye. The Art of Sleuthing will open to the public…
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Habitat to dedicate 330th home in Greenville County
October 14, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – Habitat for Humanity of Greenville County has reached a milestone – completion of the 330th home built by the organization and its community partners. The home will…
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S.C. Chamber announces 2015 Public Servant of the Year
October 14, 2015COLUMBIA, 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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Habitat to dedicate 330th home in Greenville County
October 14, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – Habitat for Humanity of Greenville County has reached a milestone – completion of the 330th home built by the organization and its community partners. The home will…
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Local partners to host workshop “The Economic Benefits of Conservation and Open Space”
October 13, 2015Spartanburg, SC – The value of open space – often discussed in relation to its environmental and quality-of-life benefits – will be explored in economic terms at an upcoming public…
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Verizon calls on South Carolinians to reverse ‘shameful’ rate of deadly violence against women
October 13, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – South Carolina has the nation’s highest rate of men killing women than any other state in the nation, a rate more than twice the national average, according to a…
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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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Two local women to be honored by Girl Scouts of South Carolina – Mountains to Midlands
October 12, 2015SPARTANBURG, SC – The Girl Scouts of South Carolina – Mountains to Midlands has announced the names of the two women to be recognized at its third annual Boots &…
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