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…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc, laurenscountybuzz Category: environmental, non-profit, on-the-move
Greenville Center for Creative Arts to receive $25,000 award from the National Endowment for the Arts
January 15, 2025
Greenville Center for Creative Arts (GCCA) announced it has been approved by the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) for a Grants for Arts Projects award of $25,000. This prestigious…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: non-profit, on-the-move
Matching gift challenge for the Center for Developmental Services
January 14, 2025
Dr. William “Bill” Schmidt, founder and Emeritus board member of the Center for Developmental Services (CDS), along with his wife, Jean, are challenging the community to support CDS. All gifts…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: health-care, non-profit, on-the-move
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…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc, laurenscountybuzz Category: non-profit, on-the-move
Greenville Jewish Federation taking part in Commemoration of International Holocaust Remembrance Day
January 14, 2025
Greenville Jewish Federation staff and members of the Upstate community will be taking part in the 80th Commemoration of the Liberation of Auschwitz later this month. The South Carolina Council…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: non-profit, on-the-move
DAR State Regent shares vision with local chapters at joint luncheon
January 13, 2025
“How do you solve a problem like Maria? How do you catch a cloud and pin it down?” The lyrics from the classic movie “Sound of Music” were a call…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: non-profit, on-the-move
Discover your dream event at the Venue Showcase at events at Judson Mill and The 405
January 9, 2025
Whether you’re envisioning a stunning wedding reception, an unforgettable birthday bash, or an elegant corporate function, High Spirit Hospitality’s Venue Showcase is the perfect opportunity to explore event spaces and…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: entertainment, non-profit, on-the-move
Converse University receives $10K donation from Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation
January 8, 2025
Feeding the Hungry grant addresses food insecurity; supports nutrition education Converse University has received $10,000 from the Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation to restore hope and help rebuild after Hurricane…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: education, non-profit, on-the-move
Gateway named beneficiary of The Spinks Family Foundation’s 2024 giving
January 7, 2025
Gateway is honored to be one of the Spinks Family Foundation’s 2024 charitable giving beneficiaries. One of the Foundation’s key areas of giving is mental health, which aligns with Gateway’s…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: non-profit, on-the-move
Fifteen young adults with disabilities graduate from the 2024 UP Employment Professional Cohort
December 23, 2024
The Barbara Stone Foundation, a non-profit organization focused on supporting visionary and creative programs for individuals with disabilities, held a graduation ceremony for the 2024 UP Professional Cohort participants to…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: non-profit, on-the-move
The Rock It! Co. earns Gold Award in Web Development
December 18, 2024
The Rock It! Co. has been honored as among the best web development companies in South Carolina. The Rock It! Co. was recognized this week with a Gold Award in…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: non-profit, on-the-move
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.…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: non-profit, on-the-move
South Carolina Children’s Theatre announces Katie O’Kelly as new CEO
December 17, 2024
South Carolina Children’s Theatre (SCCT) announced the promotion of Katie O’Kelly to Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. O’Kelly, who has served as the theatre’s Managing Director since 2022, steps into…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: non-profit, on-the-move, the-arts
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…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: commercial-real-estate, non-profit, on-the-move
Upstate Upstarts and Abundance Capital launch Catalytic Fund to fuel local innovation
December 16, 2024
The Upstate Upstarts program, a community-driven initiative promoting high-growth early-stage companies in Upstate South Carolina, announced a new opportunity to allow investment through charitable donations. The Upstate Upstarts List features…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: banking-and-finance, entrepreneurship, hi-tech-information-tech, local-industry, non-profit, on-the-move
Meyer Center’s 25th Annual Holiday Luncheon raises over $473,000 to empower children with disabilities
December 11, 2024
The Meyer Center for Special Children celebrated the 25th anniversary of its Annual Holiday Luncheon & Silent Auction on December 5, 2024, at the Greenville Convention Center. Presented by United…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: education, non-profit, on-the-move
Greenville Housing Fund lays out 2025 goals
December 11, 2024
The Greenville Housing Fund announced two key projects Tuesday morning aimed at creating strong affordable housing opportunities in 2025. The first was the official start of the Greenville Community Home…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: non-profit, on-the-move
YMCA of Greenville hires Noel Brooks as director of annual giving
December 10, 2024
YMCA of Greenville announces that Noel Brooks has joined the organization as the director of annual giving. Brooks brings more than fifteen years of experience in nonprofit management and philanthropic…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: non-profit, on-the-move
Gateway hosts successful educational breakfast with elected officials and community partners
December 10, 2024
Gateway, an Upstate program that exists to enhance the lives of adults living with severe and persistent mental illness, welcomed an esteemed group of elected officials, community partners, and advocates…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: non-profit, on-the-move
Five Upstate organizations receive Barbara Stone Foundation’s Community Innovation Grants to support programming for people with disabilities
December 10, 2024The Barbara Stone Foundation, a non-profit organization focused on supporting visionary and creative programs and initiatives for individuals with disabilities, recently awarded five Community Innovations Grants to Upstate non-profits.…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: non-profit, on-the-move
SCICU receives $15,000 Scholarship Challenge Grant from Council of Independent Colleges
December 9, 2024
South Carolina Independent Colleges & Universities (SCICU) announced that it has been awarded a $15,000 Scholarship Challenge Grant from the Council of Independent Colleges (CIC). The proceeds of this grant…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: education, non-profit, on-the-move
FUEL accepting applications for 1H25 nonprofit grant program
December 9, 2024
Online applications accepted until January 15 FUEL, a Greenville, S.C.-based brand building agency, is accepting applications until January 15, 2025 for its FUEL for Good Grant program for the first…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: non-profit, on-the-move
Habitat for Humanity of Greenville’s Monroe Free honored with Order of the Palmetto
December 5, 2024
The retiring CEO of Habitat for Humanity of Greenville was honored with the Order of the Palmetto Wednesday night. The Order of the Palmetto is awarded to South Carolinians who…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: non-profit, on-the-move
Duke Energy follows support of Gratefull Greenville with $25,000 grant to help restaurant workers in need
November 26, 2024
Duke Energy was humbled to be the presenting sponsor of Gratefull Greenville, and overwhelmed by the community’s response to “come together to share a conversation and a meal.” More than 5,000…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: energy, non-profit, on-the-move
2024-25 South Carolina Annual Educator Supply & Demand Report
November 25, 2024
The Center for Educator Recruitment, Retention, and Advancement (CERRA) has released its 2024-25 Annual Educator Supply and Demand Report. For the first time since 2019-20, districts reported a decrease in…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: education, government, non-profit, on-the-move
OneSpartanburg, Inc. recognizes 2024 annual celebration awardees
November 25, 2024
At its 2024 Annual Celebration, Spartanburg In Motion, OneSpartanburg, Inc. celebrated a year’s worth of successes across Spartanburg County, as well as dedicated community leaders and exemplary local businesses. “Spartanburg is…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: hospitality, non-profit, on-the-move
SC Aerospace 2024 Economic Impact Study Reveals Post-Pandemic Growth and Diversification
November 21, 2024
South Carolina Aerospace Cluster Soars to New Heights A newly released 2024 SC Aerospace Economic Impact Study, commissioned by the SC Council on Competitiveness (SC Competes) and conducted by research…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc, laurenscountybuzz Category: economic-development, non-profit, on-the-move
South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond announces Angels for 2024
November 21, 2024
South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond announced the Angels of 2024. Secretary Hammond honored ten Angel charities in a ceremony at the Edgar Brown Building on the Capitol Complex.…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc, laurenscountybuzz Category: government, non-profit, on-the-move
YMCA of Greenville announces leadership promotions
November 20, 2024
YMCA of Greenville announced today the promotion of leadership team members Jarrod Covington, Amy Ecklund, Claire Gregg Cameron McDowell and John Schlansker, as they accept additional responsibilities in association strategic…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: employment, local-industry, non-profit, on-the-move
Holiday Fair & Kringle Village seeking volunteers for inaugural event
November 20, 2024
Holiday Fair & Kringle Village, a uniquely elevated holiday experience created by the partnership of Greenville Convention Center’s Annual Holiday Fair and Rotary Club of Greenville’s Kringle Holiday Village, is…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: entertainment, food, hospitality, life, local-industry, music, non-profit, on-the-move, social-scene, the-arts
Spartanburg County Foundation announces Giving Tuesday campaign ‘boost’ for twelve local nonprofits in partnership with Spartanburg Gives’ Brew Good event December 3 at FR8yard
November 19, 2024
As Spartanburg Gives prepares to host the 5th Annual Brew Good for Giving Tuesday event at FR8yard on December 3, the Spartanburg County Foundation has announced a $500 grant for…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: non-profit, on-the-move, philanthropy
ReGenesis Health Care hosts annual Thanksgiving Dinner Drive-Thru Giveaway in partnership with Sustaining Way and NAACP Spartanburg Branch #5550
November 15, 2024Event to Take Place on Saturday, November 23, 2024, Starting at 10:00 AM ReGenesis Health Care, in partnership with Sustaining Way and the NAACP Spartanburg Branch #5550, will host its…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: health-care, non-profit, on-the-move
Historian Durant Ashmore receives DAR’s Historic Preservation Recognition Award from Behethland Butler Chapter
November 14, 2024
Historian and battlefield preservationist Durant Ashmore is the recipient of the prestigious Historical Preservation Recognition Award of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution. The award, presented by the…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc, laurenscountybuzz Category: non-profit, on-the-move
YMCA of Greenville announces promotion of Barbie Jefferson to executive vice president and chief operating and financial officer
November 11, 2024
YMCA of Greenville announced today the promotion of leadership team member Barbie Jefferson, as she accepts additional responsibilities providing executive leadership and strategic direction of the organization to continue strengthening…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: local-industry, non-profit, on-the-move
Holiday Classic ‘White Christmas’ celebrating 70th anniversary
November 11, 2024
Upcountry History Museum Exhibit Brings Timeless Story to Life With Original Costumes, Props and Memorabilia from 1954 Film It may not be “just like the ones we used to know,”…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: chamber, churches, conversations, education, entertainment, hospitality, hotels, life, marketing-and-communications, media, military, music, non-profit, on-the-move, social-scene, the-arts, veterans
Holiday Home Tour tickets on sale to benefit Hispanic Alliance
November 11, 2024
A local health charity has the perfect opportunity to put Upstate residents in the holiday spirit while also giving back to their neighbors. Tickets are now on sale for The…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: non-profit, on-the-move
Two Upstate Habitat for Humanities come together for a joint build with BMW
November 6, 2024
Associates from BMW Manufacturing helped start a new Habitat for Humanity home on Ruddy Creek Circle Wednesday morning. A wall raising is more than a ceremony that starts the process…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: non-profit, on-the-move
SC Association for Community Economic Development announces voter engagement mini-grants & outreach
November 4, 2024
South Carolina Association for Community Economic Development (SCACED), in partnership with Mary Reynolds Babcock Fund and SC Counts, announced forty-four (44) grantees of the 2024 Voter Engagement Mini-Grants who received…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: non-profit, on-the-move
Augusta Street’s Holiday Open House returns Nov. 17
October 31, 2024
Augusta Road Business Association (ARBA) is hosting their annual celebration to kick off the holiday season. Holiday Open House will take place on Sunday, November 17 from 1:00 p.m. to…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: business-services, marketing-and-communications, media, non-profit, on-the-move
Tickets on sale for YMCA of Greenville’s Thanksgiving Prayer Breakfast presented by HomeTrust Bank
October 30, 2024
YMCA of Greenville is now selling individual tickets for $50 per person for its annual Thanksgiving Prayer Breakfast on the morning of November 21 at Greenville Convention Center. The event…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: non-profit, on-the-move, philanthropy
Sustain SC Team grows with hiring of Senior VP of Conservation, Kristen Austin Gunter
October 29, 2024
Sustain SC, a nonprofit organization connecting the sustainability goals of business in South Carolina with local solutions, announced Kristen Austin Gunter has joined as Senior Vice President of Conservation. With…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc, laurenscountybuzz Category: non-profit, on-the-move
South Carolina State Fair donates $200,000 for Hurricane Helene relief
October 29, 2024
Contributions to assist recovery and rebuilding in impacted areas The South Carolina State Fair, a self-supporting 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, announced a donation of $200,000 to support recovery efforts following the devastation…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: non-profit, on-the-move
Springbrook Autism Behavioral Health promotes Rebekah Wright to Chief Operating Officer
October 29, 2024
Springbrook Autism Behavioral Health, a renowned autism-focused residential behavioral health center in Travelers Rest, South Carolina, and the only Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business psychiatric facility in the United…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: headlines, health-care, non-profit, on-the-move
Northwestern Mutual Upstate SC offices and Paladin football athlete raise funds for childhood cancer
October 28, 2024
Upstate SC and Furman Paladin senior linebacker #39, Evan DiMaggio, proudly announce their participation in the National Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation Cancer Champion Competition. The fundraising competition was designed to…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: non-profit, on-the-move
2nd Annual Meyer Center Polo Classic raises $534,000 to empower children with disabilities
October 24, 2024
The Meyer Center for Special Children hosted its 2nd Annual Polo Classic at Historic Hopkins Farm in Simpsonville, SC, raising $534,000 to support the center’s mission of empowering children with…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: education, non-profit, on-the-move, social-scene
Spartanburg Science Center announces 2024 Spartanburg County STEM Educator of the Year, Awards $20,000 to seven local teachers
October 23, 2024
The Spartanburg Science Center honored seven public school educators who were district finalists for the 2024 STEM Educator of the Year Awards celebrating the creativity, perseverance, and fortitude of our…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: education, non-profit, on-the-move, philanthropy
Cycling Team reaches $500,000 in fundraising for the Alzheimer’s Association
October 22, 2024
Cyclists sponsored by Calder Brothers Corporation, manufacturer of Mauldin Paving Products, recently participated in the 2024 “Ride to End ALZ” cycling event, raising $148,971 for the Alzheimer’s Association. The Calder…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc, laurenscountybuzz Category: non-profit, on-the-move
Together SC announces hiring of new President and CEO, Karen Riordan
October 22, 2024
Following a rigorous national search, Together SC’s Board of Directors announced Karen Riordan’s appointment as the organization’s new President and CEO. Dr. Shawn Edwards, Chair of the Board, shared the…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc, laurenscountybuzz Category: headlines, non-profit, on-the-move
Newest Exhibit at Upcountry History Museum explores path of Black History in the American West
October 21, 2024
Exploring the path of Black history in the American West with a timeline of original pictorial quilts is the focus of “Black Pioneers: Legacy in the American West,” a first-of-its-kind…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: agriculture, banking-and-finance, chamber, churches, conversations, education, entrepreneurship, hospitality, hotels, life, marketing-and-communications, media, military, music, non-profit, on-the-move, philanthropy, social-scene, the-arts, veterans
South Carolina Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities Foundation earns a Four-Star Rating from Charity Navigator
October 21, 2024
The South Carolina Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities Foundation announced it has received a Four-Star Rating from Charity Navigator for its strong financial health, accountability, and transparency. This…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: education, non-profit, on-the-move, philanthropy
