More than $150,000 in Midlands Technical College Foundation Scholarships available
February 28, 2025
The Midlands Technical College Foundation (MTCF) is now accepting applications for more than 100 scholarships, totaling more than $150,000. The application window runs from March 1 through April 15, 2025.…
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Keep the Midlands Beautiful kicks off shoe drive fundraiser to support litter prevention
February 27, 2025
Keep the Midlands Beautiful’s (KMB) annual shoe drive fundraiser begins March 1, 2025 and will continue through May 31, 2025. The shoe drive helps KMB raise funds to support its…
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Over 62,000 feminine products collected at the 4th Annual Cola Rosé Shower
February 26, 2025
Annual event creates awareness about women’s health and collects donations for Sistercare and The Period Project The 4th Annual Cola Rosé Shower, held on Saturday, February 8 at the Williams-Brice Stadium’s Traditions Club, proved…
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Columbia’s first Ramadan night market offers evening of community
February 25, 2025
In partnership with the University of South Carolina’s Humanities Collaborative initiative The Muslim South and the Columbia Muslim Association, the Columbia Museum of Art presents Columbia’s first-ever Ramadan Night Market…
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Healthy Palmetto unveils Statewide Action Plan for healthy eating and active living
February 25, 2025
Healthy Palmetto, a coalition of more than 40 organizations committed to improving health outcomes in South Carolina, successfully unveiled its 2025-2029 Statewide Action Plan for Healthy Eating and Active Living at an…
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Girl Scouts of South Carolina – Mountains to Midlands announces new board of directors members
February 20, 2025
Girl Scouts of South Carolina—Mountains to Midlands Mountains announces the election of four new members to the Board of Directors, serving a 22-county jurisdiction. The four new members elected to…
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Literacy SC announces 2025 board officers, highlights community volunteer opportunities
February 19, 2025
Literacy SC, central South Carolina’s leading adult literacy nonprofit, announces its 2025 board officers and invites community members to join its mission of teaching practical reading, writing, and math skills…
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Limitless Purpose provides opportunities for all children
February 18, 2025
As Limitless Purpose celebrates its 5th anniversary, the organization has announced two opportunities for children and families: Limitless Learner Summer Incentive Awards and the annual free Family Celebration event in…
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Domestic violence survivors embark on a 5 week self-defense journey
February 18, 2025
Empowering Survivors Through Krav Maga Sistercare and Jamie Scott Fitness are joining together to provide a group of domestic violence survivors with a series of five Krav Maga self-defense classes,…
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SC Launch Inc. announces investment in ThreatCaptain
February 18, 2025
South Carolina Research Authority’s investment affiliate, SC Launch Inc., has invested $250,000 in ThreatCaptain. The Greenville-based IT startup provides a financial cyber risk discovery platform designed specifically for managed service providers,…
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Limitless Purpose offers opportunities for children
February 17, 2025
As Limitless Purpose celebrates its 5th anniversary, the organization has announced two opportunities for children and families: Limitless Learner Summer Incentive Awards and the annual free Family Celebration event in…
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Beat the Winter Blues at EdVenture
February 14, 2025
When the weather is dreary, the kids are out of school, and the cabin fever kicks in, there’s no better place to bring the family than EdVenture! This February, EdVenture…
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Columbia World Affairs Council merges with Columbia Council for Internationals
February 14, 2025
The merger expands regional capacities to host international leaders & students and to connect with more American professionals & families in the Midlands The Columbia World Affairs Council (CWAC) announces…
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Tickets on Sale NOW: Southern Shuckdown Charity Oyster Roast benefitting the Big Red Barn Retreat
February 13, 2025
Proudly Presented by The Folline King Group at Merrill Lynch, a Bank of America Company The Big Red Barn Retreat announced the 3rd annual Southern Shuckdown Charity Oyster Roast, presented…
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Congaree Land Trust
February 12, 2025
The Congaree Land Trust (CLT) is a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit organization committed to conserving the natural and scenic lands of central South Carolina. To date over 99,000 acres have…
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Congaree Land Trust presents 8th Annual signature event – Game & Garden Soirée
February 12, 2025
Join Congaree Land Trust for the 8th Annual Game & Garden Soirée on Thursday, April 3rd from 6pm to 9pm. As one of the organization’s signature fundraising events, this highly…
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Town Theatre celebrates re-opening
February 11, 2025Town Theatre is now back open! The Columbia Town Theatre celebrated its reopening as they just wrapped up the final phase of a renovation campaign that began in 2018 but…
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SCETV President and CEO Adrienne Fairwell re-elected to America’s Public Television Stations Board of Trustees and elected Professional Vice Chair
February 10, 2025
South Carolina ETV and Public Radio President and CEO Adrienne Fairwell has been re-elected to the America’s Public Television Stations (APTS) Board of Trustees and selected as the Professional Vice…
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Governor appoints new Board Chair of South Carolina Research Authority
February 7, 2025
South Carolina Research Authority announces that William “Bill” Kirkland has been named by Governor Henry McMaster as chairperson of the SCRA Board of Trustees. He replaces long-time chairperson Don Herriott.…
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Building Trust, One Meal at a Time: How Serve & Connect is Transforming Communities Across the Carolinas
February 6, 2025
Ten years ago, I took the first step toward healing and change after losing my husband, Greg, a Forest Acres Police Officer, who was tragically shot and killed in the…
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CREW Midlands-SC announces 2025 Board of Directors
February 5, 2025
CREW Midlands-SC announced its 2025 Board of Directors to lead the local chapter of CREW Network, the leading global business network in commercial real estate. Marie Dieckmann, Senior Associate with…
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Governor Henry McMaster, Together SC, United Way Association of SC and AmeriCorps SC announce 2025 Governor’s Volunteer Award recipients
February 4, 2025Honoring the State’s Most Dedicated Volunteers at the SC Nonprofit Summit Henry McMaster, Governor of South Carolina, Together SC, United Way Association of SC, and AmeriCorps SC are proud to…
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South Carolina State Fair opens applications for 2025 College Scholarships
February 3, 2025
$500,000 in scholarship funds are available for high school seniors statewide now through March 15 The South Carolina State Fair, a self-supporting 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, announced the opening of applications for…
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Carolina Gas Transmission donates $14,750 to Lexington One Educational Foundation to support new LTC Program
January 31, 2025
Carolina Gas Transmission Donates $14,750 to Lexington One Educational Foundation to Support New LTC Program Carolina Gas Transmission recently presented a generous gift of $14,750 to the Lexington One Educational…
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Katrina Shealy honored for legislative leadership
January 30, 2025Senator Katrina Shealy, who served in the S.C. Senate from 2012-2024, was honored as the 2025 Riley-Wilkins OneSouthCarolina Legislative Leadership Award winner for her commitment to some of the most…
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Merl Code honored for lifetime of service and advocacy
January 30, 2025Greenville’s first African American municipal court judge, Merl Code, was recently honored as the Riley-Wilkins OneSouthCarolina Civic Leadership Award winner for his life of public service and advocacy on behalf…
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Ronald McDonald House Charities of Columbia receives $40,000 gift from Combined Insurance to kick off multi-year $100,000 Hospital Hero Partnership
January 30, 2025
Ronald McDonald House Charities of Columbia announced a new multi-year partnership with Combined Insurance, marking the beginning of their role as a Hospital Hero Partner. To commemorate the occasion, Combined…
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Application process open for Hospitality Tax Grant Funding Fiscal Year 2025-2026
January 30, 2025
The City of Columbia started to accept applications for Hospitality Tax Grant Funding for the 2025-2026 Fiscal Year (July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2026) on Thursday, January 23, 2025.…
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Twenty-two Fellows selected for 2025 South Carolina Afterschool Leaders Empowered (SCALE) Fellowship
January 30, 2025
SCALE equips emerging afterschool and expanded learning leaders with the resources, frameworks, partnerships, and curriculum-curating skills to advance education programming in South Carolina. Twenty-two afterschool and summer program leaders…
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The deadline is approaching: WhatWorksSC Award
January 27, 2025
South Carolina is home to many outstanding programs that are designed to support public education and help the children of our state succeed in school and life. To celebrate and learn…
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University of South Carolina Dance Marathon
January 23, 2025
University of South Carolina Students Stand Together to Make Endless Miracles University of South Carolina Dance Marathon celebrates a yearlong fundraising initiative on Feb. 22, revealing the number of miracles…
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Big Red Barn Retreat named as 2024 Catalyst Award winner
January 23, 2025
Every year, Central Carolina Community Foundation honors a local nonprofit with the David W. Robinson Catalyst Award to recognize an outstanding organization making a significant difference in our community. This…
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Sisters of Charity Foundation of SC welcomes new team member and announces staff advancements
January 22, 2025
The Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina announced the addition of Ashlee McGandy as Grants Manager, as well as celebrate the promotions of Hiller Davenport to Chief of Staff…
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Transitions welcomes new Board Members
January 22, 2025
Transitions Homeless Center announced the addition of five esteemed individuals to its Board of Directors. Each brings a wealth of experience and a shared commitment to our mission of ending…
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City of Columbia to host City funding for non-profit events seminar
January 17, 2025
Who: Harold Reaves, City of Columbia Special Events Coordinator, Tina Saxon, Grants Coordinator for the City of Columbia, and Laura Truell, Instructor of Sports Entertainment Management for the University of South…
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SCICU names Dr. Robert Lloyd as eighth President & CEO
January 17, 2025
The South Carolina Independent Colleges and Universities (SCICU) Board of Trustees has announced the appointment of Dr. Robert Lloyd as its eighth president, effective Thursday, January 16. Dr. Lloyd succeeds…
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Sisters of Charity Foundation of SC announces New Trustees for 2025
January 16, 2025
Sisters of Charity Foundation of SC Announces New Trustees for 2025 The Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina announces the appointment of new members and officers to its Board…
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America’s State Parks selects South Carolina Parks Director to serve as President
January 15, 2025
The National Association of State Park Directors (NASPD), the leadership organization behind America’s State Parks, announced the appointment of Paul McCormack as its new President and CEO. McCormack brings nearly…
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Nonprofits can now apply for Dominion Energy Charitable Foundation Grants
January 15, 2025
Grant application window closes Feb. 24 Nonprofit organizations in South Carolina can now apply for grants from the Dominion Energy Charitable Foundation. The spring grant application period will close at 5…
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SC Philharmonic to receive $20,000 award from the National Endowment for the Arts
January 15, 2025
The South Carolina Philharmonic announced it has been approved by the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) for a Grants for Arts Projects award of $20,000. This grant will support…
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The United Way of the Midlands seeks volunteers for 2025 Point-in-Time Homelessness Counts
January 15, 2025
The United Way of the Midlands is calling on community members to join the 2025 Point-in-Time (PIT) Homelessness Counts, scheduled to take place on Wednesday, January 22, 2025. This annual effort…
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Sustain SC Team continues to grow with hiring of Marketing and Events Director, Emily Skaggs
January 14, 2025
Sustain SC, a nonprofit organization connecting the sustainability goals of business in South Carolina with local solutions, announced Emily Skaggs has joined as Marketing and Events Director. Emily brings a…
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SC Green Industry Association brings hundreds of landscape professionals to Columbia for annual Conference & Trade Show
January 10, 2025
The South Carolina Green Industry Association will bring together over 115 exhibitors and 16 industry speakers to cover an extensive range of landscape topics during its annual two-day Conference and Trade Show held…
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Mission Lexington expands Ron Williams’ role to lead capital funding and growth initiatives
January 8, 2025
Mission Lexington announced that Ron Williams, Director of Operations will be expanding his role within the organization to oversee capital funding initiatives and manage projects related to corporate and foundation…
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Local literacy nonprofit makes adult education more accessible than ever
January 6, 2025
Each week in Richland, Lexington and Aiken Counties, adults quietly seek help with a skill many take for granted – reading. Some have hidden their struggles for decades before taking…
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Together SC celebrates the Graduating Class of the 2024 Carolina Leadership Seminars
December 17, 2024
Together SC announced the graduation of the 2024 cohort of the Carolina Leadership Seminars (CLS), a signature program designed to strengthen the leadership capacity of South Carolina’s nonprofit executive directors.…
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Colliers | South Carolina and LCK offices pledge over $93,000 to United Way
December 17, 2024
Colliers and LCK staff across South Carolina participated in a campaign to raise funds for local United Ways and to volunteer with Home Works of America Charleston/Columbia/Greenville/Spartanburg, SC…
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Five Points Association celebrates a year of success and announces FPA Award winners
December 16, 2024
The Five Points Association (FPA) is proud to celebrate another year of remarkable achievements and community impact. At the Five Points Annual Meeting on December 12 at Boyd Innovation Center…
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WGU offers $2,500 New Year Scholarships to new students
December 16, 2024
According to YouGov.com, about 34% U.S. adult citizens made at least one New Year’s resolution at the start of 2024. For those resolving to jump start their education in 2025, nonprofit online Western…
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Congaree Land Trust and partners announce collaborative conservation of land for expansion of Lee State Park
December 12, 2024
Congaree Land Trust and The South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation & Tourism are celebrating the conservation of more than 135 acres of land that will be added to Lee…
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