Leadership: A Tale of Two Andrews
July 11, 2017Two Andrews… two Youth Corps graduates… two leaders living a life of influence. Andrew Maddox went to Lexington High School. He then went on to Clemson. He is now in…
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Hootie & the Blowfish Foundation grants $90,000 to three South Carolina charities
July 11, 2017The Hootie & the Blowfish Foundation is granting $90,000 over three years to three South Carolina charities working on projects that benefit child welfare and youth arts programs. The three…
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350 bicyclists to face heat, raise half a million dollars in cross-state ride
July 11, 2017On July 14-16, 2017, the Alzheimer’s Association South Carolina Chapter will hold its 9th annual “A Ride to Remember,” a cross-state cycling event. Over 350 cyclists will undertake a 252-mile…
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350 bicyclists to face heat, raise half a million in cross-state ride
July 10, 2017On July 14-16, 2017, the Alzheimer’s Association South Carolina Chapter will hold its 9th annual “A Ride to Remember,” a cross-state cycling event. Over 350 cyclists will undertake a 252-mile…
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Hootie & the Blowfish Foundation grants $90,000 to three South Carolina charities
July 10, 2017
The Hootie & the Blowfish Foundation is granting $90,000 over three years to three South Carolina charities working on projects that benefit child welfare and youth arts programs. The three…
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Hootie & the Blowfish Foundation grants $90,000 to three South Carolina charities
July 10, 2017The Hootie & the Blowfish Foundation is granting $90,000 over three years to three South Carolina charities working on projects that benefit child welfare and youth arts programs. The three…
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350 bicyclists to face heat, raise half a million dollars in cross-state ride
July 10, 2017On July 14-16, 2017, the Alzheimer’s Association South Carolina Chapter will hold its 9th annual “A Ride to Remember,” a cross-state cycling event. Over 350 cyclists will undertake a 252-mile…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: non-profit, on-the-move
Hootie & the Blowfish Foundation grants $90,000 to three South Carolina charities
July 10, 2017
The Hootie & the Blowfish Foundation is granting $90,000 over three years to three South Carolina charities working on projects that benefit child welfare and youth arts programs. The three…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: non-profit, on-the-move
350 bicyclists to face heat, raise half a million dollars in cross-state ride
July 10, 2017On July 14-16, 2017, the Alzheimer’s Association South Carolina Chapter will hold its 9th annual “A Ride to Remember,” a cross-state cycling event. Over 350 cyclists will undertake a 252-mile…
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SCC Foundation announces the election of new members and officers to the Board of Directors
July 7, 2017
The Spartanburg Community College Foundation recently elected new members and executive committee officers to the board of directors. Established in 1983, the SCC Foundation exists to seek private and public…
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New board members and officers elected to lead Palmetto Association for Children and Families
July 7, 2017The Palmetto Association for Children and Families (PAFCAF) announced the election of five new board members. The board also selected a new president and secretary. The board elected Bethany Vause,…
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New board members and officers elected to lead Palmetto Association for Children and Families
July 7, 2017The Palmetto Association for Children and Families (PAFCAF) announced the election of five new board members. The board also selected a new president and secretary. The board elected Bethany Vause,…
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New board members and officers elected to lead Palmetto Association for Children and Families
July 7, 2017
The Palmetto Association for Children and Families (PAFCAF) announced the election of five new board members. The board also selected a new president and secretary. The board elected Bethany Vause,…
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Habitat Greenville dedicates 2017 Faith Build Home
July 6, 2017
On Sunday, June 25, Habitat for Humanity of Greenville County dedicated the 2017 Faith/Golden Strip Church Coalition Build home, celebrating a longstanding partnership with faith communities in the Golden Strip…
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McNair Director of Marketing and Business Development named Vice Chair of Trident United Way Women United
July 6, 2017Kathryn Whitaker, McNair’s Director of Marketing and Business Development, has been named Vice Chair of Trident United Way Women United, effective July 1, 2017. She will serve a year in…
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McNair Director of Marketing and Business Development named Vice Chair of Trident United Way Women United
July 6, 2017Kathryn Whitaker, McNair’s Director of Marketing and Business Development, has been named Vice Chair of Trident United Way Women United, effective July 1, 2017. She will serve a year in…
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McNair Director of Marketing and Business Development named Vice Chair of Trident United Way Women United
July 6, 2017
Kathryn Whitaker, McNair’s Director of Marketing and Business Development, has been named Vice Chair of Trident United Way Women United, effective July 1, 2017. She will serve a year in…
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Greater Chapin Community Endowment elects new board members
July 2, 2017
CHAPIN, SC – The Greater Chapin Community Endowment (GCCE) elected two new individuals to serve three year terms on its Board of Directors—Karen Owens and Ray Hunt. Board chairwoman Jennifer…
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Trucking Association elects Johnson Chairman
June 26, 2017
The South Carolina Trucking Association has elected Keith Johnson, H & J Trucking, Charleston, SC as its 2017-18 Chairman of the Board of Directors. Johnson is the owner of H&J…
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Trucking Association elects Johnson Chairman
June 26, 2017
The South Carolina Trucking Association has elected Keith Johnson, H & J Trucking, Charleston, SC as its 2017-18 Chairman of the Board of Directors. Johnson is the owner of H&J…
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Aflac provides upgrades for United Way’s Eye Clinic for Uninsured Adults
June 26, 2017
WellPartners, United Way of the Midlands’ dental and eye clinic for uninsured adults in Richland, Lexington and Fairfield counties, recently received major upgrades thanks to a grant from Aflac.…
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Greenville CEOs dedicate fifth Habitat home
June 24, 2017
On Thursday, June 21, 23 of Greenville’s top CEO’s put the finishing touches on their latest project – the construction of a new home for the Nivens family, as part…
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Smashburger donates more than $6,500 to Epworth Children’s Home
June 22, 2017The Columbia area’s newest Smashburger, which opened in May at the Village at Sandhill, has donated $6,513.39 to Epworth Children’s Home as part of its opening month charitable partnership. During…
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Smashburger donates more than $6,500 to Epworth Children’s Home
June 22, 2017
The Columbia area’s newest Smashburger, which opened in May at the Village at Sandhill, has donated $6,513.39 to Epworth Children’s Home as part of its opening month charitable partnership. During…
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Popular social justice workshop to return to Charleston
June 21, 2017Strong demand for Racial Equity Institute training results in additional sessions In partnership with the YWCA of Greater Charleston, the Racial Equity Institute will conduct a social justice workshop from…
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Barry Coats, President/CEO, Special Olympics South Carolina
June 20, 2017
The mission of the MidlandsBiz Podcast series is to support leadership in Education, Innovation and the Arts. Thanks to our Sponsor: A Conversation with Barry Coats, President/CEO, Special…
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Barry Coats, President/CEO, Special Olympics South Carolina
June 20, 2017
The mission of the MidlandsBiz Podcast series is to support leadership in Education, Innovation and the Arts. Thanks to our Sponsor: A Conversation with Barry Coats, President/CEO, Special…
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Spring Valley Rotary Club awards scholarships
June 19, 2017Spring Valley Rotary Scholarship committee member Patricia Fernald and Club President Wendy Fuess are pictured with six graduating seniors who received a 2017 Rotary scholarship. They are (left to right),…
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The Lowcountry Food Bank celebrates millionth meal milestone
June 19, 2017On June 20thWe Will Create the Millionth Meal in The Zucker Family Production Kitchen! The Lowcountry Food Bank will create its one millionth meal on June 20th in The Zucker…
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Senior Resources receives grant from DAV Charitable Service Trust to provide Meals on Wheels service to veterans
June 19, 2017
Senior Resources, Inc., has received a $13,000 grant from the DAV Charitable Service Trust to provide Meals on Wheels service to veterans in Richland County. The $13,000 grant will provide…
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Manley wins Rotary Volunteer Award for Rebuild Upstate work
June 19, 2017
As Rebuild Upstate celebrates its 10th anniversary, founder and executive director, Chris Manley, received the Vocational Service Award from the Rotary Club of North Greenville this week. Rotary of North…
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Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina awards $186,920 to 10 grantees through Immigrant Families Initiative
June 18, 2017
The Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina is pleased to announce the 2017 Immigrant Families Initiative grants totaling $186,920 to ten organizations serving South Carolina’s immigrant and refugee populations…
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McDaniels Subaru of Columbia and The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) spreading warmth to cancer patients
June 16, 2017For the second year in a row, Subaru of America and The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) will spread love, hope and warmth to cancer patients and their families in…
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McDaniels Subaru of Columbia and The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) spreading warmth to cancer patients
June 16, 2017
For the second year in a row, Subaru of America and The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) will spread love, hope and warmth to cancer patients and their families in…
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New Corps Officers coming to lead The Salvation Army of the Midlands
June 13, 2017The Salvation Army of the Midlands is preparing to welcome new Corps Officers on June 19, 2017. Majors Henry and Benita Morris will arrive in Columbia, after working in the…
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New Corps Officers coming to lead The Salvation Army of the Midlands
June 13, 2017
The Salvation Army of the Midlands is preparing to welcome new Corps Officers on June 19, 2017. Majors Henry and Benita Morris will arrive in Columbia, after working in the…
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SCCB to host First Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math Career Exploration Week for blind students in the state
June 12, 2017
June 19th – 23rd 2017 The South Carolina Commission for the Blind (SCCB), will host the First Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) Career Exploration Week for blind students in…
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Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired – Charleston receives $10,000 grant from the Charles and Joyce Darby Family Endowment of the Coastal Community Foundation
June 12, 2017
Association for the Blind & Visually Impaired – Charleston (ABVI) is pleased to announce it has received a $10,000 grant from the Charles and Joyce Darby Family Endowment of the…
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New Corps Officers coming to lead The Salvation Army of the Midlands
June 12, 2017
The Salvation Army of the Midlands is preparing to welcome new Corps Officers on June 19, 2017. Majors Henry and Benita Morris will arrive in Columbia, after working in the…
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YMCA receives national award for excellence in fundraising and community impact
June 11, 2017Stephen Cannon, 2017 Annual Campaign Chair; Cassie Lloyd, Director of Mission Advancement; Rick Callebs, CEO; Claude Saleeby, 2016 Annual Campaign Chair; Ken Bailey, Branch Executive Director The YMCA of…
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Middle Tyger YMCA hires David Ozmore as Branch Executive Director
June 9, 2017
The Middle Tyger YMCA welcomes David Ozmore as their new Branch Executive Director. Ozmore has devoted 24 years to the YMCA in locations across the country and will continue to…
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United Way of the Piedmont hires new COO/VP of Finance & Administration, Warren Hayslip
June 9, 2017
United Way of the Piedmont welcomes Warren Hayslip as its new COO/VP of Finance & Administration. Hayslip is a Spartanburg native who recently retired and returned to his hometown after…
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Rotary Club of Spartanburg awards grant to Hope Center for Children
June 8, 2017
The Rotary Club of Spartanburg recently awarded a grant to Hope Center for Children. The Rotary Club of Spartanburg has a long history of supporting local organizations, including Hope Center…
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Rotary Club of Spartanburg awards grant to Hope Center for Children
June 8, 2017
The Rotary Club of Spartanburg recently awarded a grant to Hope Center for Children. The Rotary Club of Spartanburg has a long history of supporting local organizations, including Hope Center…
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America in Bloom judges to visit Greenwood, South Carolina
June 8, 2017
Professional volunteer judges from the America in Bloom (AIB) national awards program will visit Greenwood, S.C. on June 15-16. This is Greenwood’s second year as an America in Bloom participant,…
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America in Bloom judges to visit Greenwood, South Carolina
June 8, 2017
Professional volunteer judges from the America in Bloom (AIB) national awards program will visit Greenwood, S.C. on June 15-16. This is Greenwood’s second year as an America in Bloom participant,…
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Students can still apply for life changing leadership experience!
June 8, 2017
Students can still apply for Youth Corps… a dynamic leadership training experience for thirty-six outstanding 9th and 10th grade students (rising 9th & 10th graders would apply for next…
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Habitat Greenville dedicates first Veteran Build home
June 5, 2017On Thursday, June 1, Habitat for Humanity of Greenville County and Publix Charities dedicated a home for the Waldrop family, a culmination of months of effort by Tony and Rachel…
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Central Carolina Community Foundation grants $448,500 to twelve Midlands charities to launch innovative projects
June 5, 2017Central Carolina Community Foundation – the Midlands’ expert on philanthropy – is pleased to announce the twelve local nonprofits that will launch new projects to enrich the Midlands region with…
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Central Carolina Community Foundation grants $448,500 to twelve Midlands charities to launch innovative projects
June 5, 2017
Central Carolina Community Foundation – the Midlands’ expert on philanthropy – is pleased to announce the twelve local nonprofits that will launch new projects to enrich the Midlands region with…
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