Packing Harvest Hope’s Food Pantry
February 21, 2018
Capital Rotary members put in a solid hour of community service Feb. 21 when they volunteered at Harvest Hope Food Bank’s Shop Road headquarters in Columbia. Rotarians sorted and stocked…
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YEScarolina announces new scholarship and application deadline for youth entrepreneurs
February 20, 2018
YEScarolina announced new scholarship opportunities for youth entrepreneurs in South Carolina. The newly endowed Bill Hall Culinary Entrepreneurship Scholarship and the inaugural Baker Motors Scholarship in honor of Tommy Baker…
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Charleston Animal Society receives 50,000 from PetSmart Charities to fuel spay and neuter efforts in the Lowcountry
February 20, 2018
Charleston Animal Society today announced it received $50,000 from PetSmart Charities, the largest funder of animal welfare in North America, to help fuel its spay and neuter efforts in the Lowcountry.…
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Buncombe Street United Methodist Church hires new staff
February 20, 2018
Buncombe Street United Methodist Church (BSUMC), recently hired two new staff, Rev. Kristin Dollar as Director of Missions and Outreach and Lorie Gibson as Director of the Child Development Center…
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Upstate Forever and Heart of Boiling Springs will host community vision workshops
February 19, 2018
Upstate Forever and Heart of Boiling Springs will host a series of public workshops in partnership with Toole Design Group on Thursday March 22, 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm and…
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Dee Norton Child Advocacy Center raises $575,000 at annual dinner auction
February 15, 2018The Dee Norton Child Advocacy Center experienced another record-breaking year at its 18th annual dinner auction on Thursday, February 2, 2018 at the Cedar Room, raising more than $575,000. This…
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Heroes in Blue announces newly appointed CEO and board member updates
February 14, 2018
Heroes in Blue is thrilled to announce a newly named CEO and four additions to their Board of Directors. Heroes In Blue is a nonprofit 501c3 organization committed to promoting police…
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Cliffs residents join together to help students, fire fighters, veterans and victims of domestic violence in the Upstate of South Carolina
February 13, 2018
Residents of The Cliffs, a portfolio of seven luxury mountain and lake club communities in the Western Carolina mountains, are helping Upstate South Carolina children succeed by volunteering thousands of…
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Ten at the Top announces new programming managers
February 13, 2018
Ten at the Top announced the addition of two new staff members, Adelyn Nottingham and Dewey Evans, both of whom will serve as Program Managers for the organization. Ten at…
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Palmetto Health Foundation marks 28th year of funding cancer innovation through its Golf Classic
February 12, 2018For 28 years, Palmetto Health Foundation donors and supporters have hit the links to fight cancer in our community. More than $4.5 million in proceeds from the annual Golf Classic…
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Palmetto Health Foundation marks 28th year of funding cancer innovation through its Golf Classic
February 12, 2018
For 28 years, Palmetto Health Foundation donors and supporters have hit the links to fight cancer in our community. More than $4.5 million in proceeds from the annual Golf Classic…
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The Heirloom Companies to build Celebration Pavilion
February 11, 2018
The Cancer Survivor Park’s Feature will be a New Addition to the Downtown Greenville Skyline The Heirloom Companies is honored to be crafting the Celebration Pavilion for downtown Greenville’s…
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Fab 5 for 2018
February 8, 2018
Greer Community Ministries (GCM) has launched the 2018 Fab 5 campaign to help stock the food pantry shelves with basic nonperishable food items that frequently run low at the nonprofit…
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LICS announces new board members for 2018
February 8, 2018Lexington Interfaith Community Services (LICS) announces the appointment of three new members to its Board of Directors to serve a two year term. “We are very pleased to welcome these…
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Philip Vann of Colliers International named Judith M. Davis Volunteer of the Year Award winner
February 8, 2018United Way of the Midlands is pleased to announce the recipient of the inaugural Judith M. Davis Volunteer of the Year Award, Philip Vann of Colliers International. “This award honors…
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Mid-Year highlights for Capital Rotary
February 8, 2018
At a mid-year assembly to review Capital Rotary’s accomplishments to date in the 2017-2018 Rotary year, president Blake DuBose thanked members for achieving highlights that included: • Attaining a current…
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Philip Vann of Colliers International named Judith M. Davis Volunteer of the Year Award winner
February 8, 2018United Way of the Midlands is pleased to announce the recipient of the inaugural Judith M. Davis Volunteer of the Year Award, Philip Vann of Colliers International. “This award honors…
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LICS announces new board members for 2018
February 8, 2018
Lexington Interfaith Community Services (LICS) announces the appointment of three new members to its Board of Directors to serve a two year term. “We are very pleased to welcome these…
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Mid-Year highlights for Capital Rotary
February 7, 2018At a mid-year assembly to review Capital Rotary’s accomplishments to date in the 2017-2018 Rotary year, president Blake DuBose thanked members for achieving highlights that included: • Attaining a current…
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South Carolina declines in teen pregnancy and childbearing lead to millions in public savings
February 7, 2018
More than two decades of investments in prevention programs and services have led to significant declines in unplanned pregnancies and birth rates among teens in South Carolina. New analysis from Power…
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South Carolina declines in teen pregnancy and childbearing lead to millions in public savings
February 7, 2018
More than two decades of investments in prevention programs and services have led to significant declines in unplanned pregnancies and birth rates among teens in South Carolina. New analysis from Power…
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A Child’s Haven 2018 Board of Directors announced
February 5, 2018
A Child’s Haven announces this year’s Board of Directors for 2018. The Board is the governing body of A Child’s Haven (ACH.) Members may be elected to three-year terms of…
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A Child’s Haven 2018 Board of Directors announced
February 5, 2018
A Child’s Haven announces this year’s Board of Directors for 2018. The Board is the governing body of A Child’s Haven (ACH.) Members may be elected to three-year terms of…
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Midlands leaders selected to become Riley Diversity Fellows
February 2, 2018Forty-two leaders from the Midlands and surrounding area have been selected to participate in the Riley Institute at Furman’s Diversity Leaders Initiative (DLI) this spring. “Though we are a diverse…
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Sword Fest at museum to feature lectures, artifacts, live swordplay
February 2, 2018History will come to swashbuckling, schwinging, clanging life on Saturday, Feb. 10, in Columbia. That’s when Sword Fest, a day-long celebration of the role swords once played in combat, comes…
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Midlands leaders selected to become Riley Diversity Fellows
February 1, 2018Forty-two leaders from the Midlands and surrounding area have been selected to participate in the Riley Institute at Furman’s Diversity Leaders Initiative (DLI) this spring. “Though we are a diverse…
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Sword Fest at museum to feature lectures, artifacts, live swordplay
February 1, 2018History will come to swashbuckling, schwinging, clanging life on Saturday, Feb. 10, in Columbia. That’s when Sword Fest, a day-long celebration of the role swords once played in combat, comes…
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Retaining South Carolina teachers through National Board Certification
January 31, 2018
The Center for Educator Recruitment, Retention, and Advancement (CERRA) recently released its South Carolina Annual Educator Supply and Demand Report for the 2017-18 school year. The report concluded that more…
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Retaining South Carolina teachers through National Board Certification
January 31, 2018
The Center for Educator Recruitment, Retention, and Advancement (CERRA) recently released its South Carolina Annual Educator Supply and Demand Report for the 2017-18 school year. The report concluded that more…
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Hope For The Warriors promotes Karen Lee to vice president of advancement
January 31, 2018
After just five months with the organization, Karen Lee has been promoted to vice president of advancement of Hope For The Warriors. Celebrating more than 11 years of service, Hope For…
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The Brookland Foundation receives grant from Dominion Energy
January 31, 2018
Funding will help homeless adults and families in S.C. The Brookland Foundation, a community-based non-profit serving adults and children in the Columbia area, has received a $10,000 Critical Community Needs…
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Palmetto Health Foundation leaders elected to PRSA boards
January 31, 2018
Palmetto Health Foundation announced Amy Coward, APR, Fellow PRSA and Ashley M. Dusenbury, APR, have been elected to leadership roles with Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) and the Southeast…
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Palmetto Health Foundation leaders elected to PRSA boards
January 30, 2018Palmetto Health Foundation announced Amy Coward, APR, Fellow PRSA and Ashley M. Dusenbury, APR, have been elected to leadership roles with Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) and the Southeast…
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Hope for the Warriors promotes Karen Lee to Vice President of Advancement
January 30, 2018
After just five months with the organization, Karen Lee has been promoted to vice president of advancement of Hope For The Warriors. Celebrating more than 11 years of service, Hope For…
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Habitat Greenville honors donors and volunteers who went above and beyond in 2017
January 30, 2018
In 2017, through the work of Habitat for Humanity of Greenville County, 11 families became homeowners and 13 families are enjoying more energy efficient homes through home preservation projects. The…
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Carnival Night! Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Columbia gears up for annual fundraiser, Bowl for Kids’ Sake – March 30
January 29, 2018Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Columbia is getting ready for Bowl for Kids’ Sake, and this year’s theme is “Carnival Night!”. Bowl for Kids’ Sake is Big Brothers Big…
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Columbia region improves in 4 of 5 areas of economic competitiveness
January 29, 2018
The Columbia, S.C. region has improved in four of five major areas of economic competitiveness since this time last year, according to EngenuitySC’s fourth annual Midlands Regional Competitiveness Report, as…
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West Columbia American Legion volunteers raising money for lodge repairs
January 29, 2018Volunteers are raising money to fund repairs and maintenance to the American Legion Post 79 lodge in West Columbia. The aging building has developed some maintenance issues that need attention, said Post 79 member Billy Oswald,…
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New board members elected, community supporters honored at Senior Resources’ 50th Annual Meeting
January 26, 2018
The Board of Directors at Senior Resources held its 50th Annual Meeting on January 26, 2018, to celebrate the accomplishments of the past year, elect new board members and recognize…
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AMCOL Systems selects Pawmetto Lifeline as charity of the quarter, donates $1,100
January 26, 2018Pawmetto Lifeline, a local no-kill animal rescue organization, is proud to announce the support of AMCOL Systems, a leader in healthcare receivable management services. The employees of AMCOL Systems voted…
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West Columbia American Legion volunteers raising money for lodge repairs
January 26, 2018Volunteers are raising money to fund repairs and maintenance to the American Legion Post 79 lodge in West Columbia. The aging building has developed some maintenance issues that need attention, said Post 79 member Billy Oswald,…
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Recognition for Rotary Paul Harris Fellows
January 26, 2018Columbia’s Capital Rotary has recognized three members for contributions to The Rotary Foundation, the international service club’s charitable arm that funds programs for world understanding and peace. Honorees include (from…
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Recognition for Rotary Paul Harris Fellows
January 26, 2018
Columbia’s Capital Rotary has recognized three members for contributions to The Rotary Foundation, the international service club’s charitable arm that funds programs for world understanding and peace. Honorees include (from…
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Pawmetto Lifeline receives $98,690 from PetSmart Charities to fuel spay and neuter efforts in Columbia
January 24, 2018
Pawmetto Lifeline announced it received $98,690 from PetSmart Charities, the largest funder of animal welfare in North America, to help fuel its spay and neuter efforts in the Midlands of…
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SC Secretary of State files injunction against Carolina Youth Club
January 24, 2018
South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond announced that his office has filed an enforcement action against the charitable organization Carolina Youth Club of America, Inc. The action, filed with…
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National Eating Disorders Association Walk at USC – February 17th
January 23, 2018
Columbia NEDA Walk at USC (National Eating Disorders Association) Join us for the Columbia NEDA Walk at the University of South Carolina on Saturday, February 17th, 2018! This event raises…
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Historic Columbia is now taking nominations for the 2018 Preservation Awards
January 22, 2018Historic Columbia is now accepting nominations for its 2018 Preservation Awards. The deadline for nominations is Thursday, Feb. 15. Help Historic Columbia recognize the commendable efforts of citizens of Columbia…
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Able SC, YWCA Upper Lowlands, and STSM partner to improve statewide services for sexual assault survivors with disabilities
January 22, 2018
U.S. DOJ Disability Grant Program supports partnership to build capacity and effect systemic change Able South Carolina announced their partnership with Sexual Trauma Services of the Midlands and YWCA Upper…
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Historic Columbia is now taking nominations for the 2018 Preservation Awards
January 22, 2018
Historic Columbia is now accepting nominations for its 2018 Preservation Awards. The deadline for nominations is Thursday, Feb. 15. Help Historic Columbia recognize the commendable efforts of citizens of Columbia…
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United Way Association of South Carolina CEO to represent the state at the Customer Contact Event Series
January 19, 2018Sharing the stage with Travelocity Founder Terry Jones and Shark Tank star, Robert Herjavec, is no small feat, but Kelly Callahan Cruise is prepared to create her own path,…
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