Rebuild Upstate aided by Golf for Greenville event
July 21, 2016
Funds received from a Golf for Greenville grant will help Rebuild Upstate above and beyond what it expected when agency officials first applied last summer. Rebuild Upstate performs emergency repairs…
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The Cooperative Ministry names Director of Financial Stability Programs
July 21, 2016The Cooperative Ministry announced Jessica Grote as the new Director of Financial Sustainability Programs. She is a graduate of University of South Carolina and double majored in Finance and Accounting. “I chose The…
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The Cooperative Ministry names Director of Financial Stability Programs
July 21, 2016
The Cooperative Ministry announced Jessica Grote as the new Director of Financial Sustainability Programs. She is a graduate of University of South Carolina and double majored in Finance and Accounting. “I chose The…
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Seven Midlands charities to launch innovative projects with second annual “Connected Communities” grants from Central Carolina Community Foundation
July 20, 2016Second year of grants will fund innovative, humanitarian projects to advance Midlands citizens’ engagement with the community Central Carolina Community Foundation – the Midlands’ expert on philanthropy – announce the…
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Group spreads joy to active-duty military men and women with care packages
July 20, 2016Several local organizations have partnered to collect items for Blue Star Mothers of America, a nonpolitical 501(c)3 nonprofit made up of women with children who are currently serving or have…
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Habitat partners with faith community to build home for special needs family
July 20, 2016
On Sunday, Habitat for Humanity dedicated their first handicap-accessible home in Greenville, further expanding their mission to provide safe, affordable housing to the community. The home is being built for…
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Seven Midlands charities to launch innovative projects with second annual “Connected Communities” grants from Central Carolina Community Foundation
July 20, 2016
Second year of grants will fund innovative, humanitarian projects to advance Midlands citizens’ engagement with the community Central Carolina Community Foundation – the Midlands’ expert on philanthropy – announce the…
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GCM receives March for Meals grant $1,750 for Meals on Wheels
July 19, 2016
Greer Community Ministries (GCM) received a $1,750 grant for participating in Meals on Wheels America’s 2016 March for Meals campaign. Throughout the month of March, the nonprofit highlighted the benefits…
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2016 Librarian of the Year selected as CCPL’s next executive director
July 19, 2016
Nicolle Davies, a nationally recognized library leader who was named Library Journal magazine’s 2016 Librarian of the Year, will be Charleston County Public Library’s new executive director, the library’s Board…
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Charleston Parks Conservancy announces $200,000 pledge from The Speedwell Foundation for West Ashley Greenway and Bikeway
July 18, 2016
CHARLESTON, S.C. – The Charleston Parks Conservancy announced a $200,000 pledge from The Speedwell Foundation to dramatically improve the West Ashley Greenway and West Ashley Bikeway. The Speedwell Foundation has…
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Association of South Carolina Mayors elects new officers and board members
July 18, 2016
The Association of South Carolina Mayors met on Friday, July 15, at the Municipal Association of South Carolina’s Annual Meeting and elected new officers and board members. The Association of…
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Municipal Association of SC elects new board members for 2016-2017
July 18, 2016
Delegates at the Municipal Association of South Carolina’s Annual Meeting elected officers and board members to the Association’s board of directors. Mayor Bill Young, City of Walterboro, was re-elected president.…
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EdVenture announces $14,000 donation from Terminix
July 18, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC -Terminix Service, Inc., the largest termite and pest control company in the Carolinas, presented a check for $14,000 to EdVenture to sponsor Half Price Admission Days, Homeschool Fridays,…
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The Salvation Army of the Midlands provides summer camping experience to Local Children
July 16, 2016The Salvation Army of the Midlands provided a summer camping experience to 52 local children, ages 6-12, at Camp Walter Johnson in Denton, North Carolina this week. Several staff escorted…
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The Salvation Army of the Midlands provides summer camping experience to Local Children
July 16, 2016
The Salvation Army of the Midlands provided a summer camping experience to 52 local children, ages 6-12, at Camp Walter Johnson in Denton, North Carolina this week. Several staff escorted…
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300 bicyclists to raise funds through cross-state ride in support of the Alzheimer’s Association
July 15, 2016
On July 15-17, 2016, the Alzheimer’s Association will hold its 8th annual “A Ride to Remember,” a cross-state cycling event benefiting the South Carolina Chapter. Over 300 cyclists will undertake a…
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300 bicyclists to raise funds through cross-state ride in support of the Alzheimer’s Association
July 15, 2016
On July 15-17, 2016, the Alzheimer’s Association will hold its 8th annual “A Ride to Remember,” a cross-state cycling event benefiting the South Carolina Chapter. Over 300 cyclists will undertake a…
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Bonnie Anzelmo new Executive Director of Injured Workers’ Advocate
July 14, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – Bonnie G. Anzelmo has joined Injured Workers’ Advocates of South Carolina as the organization’s new Executive Director. Anzelmo grew up in Barnwell and is an honors graduate…
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Bonnie Anzelmo new Executive Director of Injured Workers’ Advocate
July 14, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – Bonnie G. Anzelmo has joined Injured Workers’ Advocates of South Carolina as the organization’s new Executive Director. Anzelmo grew up in Barnwell and is an honors graduate…
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Columbia Urban League is awarded two $5,000 grants for teen driving safety
July 14, 2016
The Columbia Urban League announced it has received two $5,000 grants to promote teen driving safety. According to the National Safety Council, teens drive more during the summer months. These…
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Historic Columbia announces new Director of Marketing and Communications
July 14, 2016COLUMBIA, SC – Historic Columbia is pleased to announce Anna Kate Twitty as their new director of marketing and communications. In this role, Twitty will lead Historic Columbia’s marketing department…
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Historic Columbia announces new Director of Marketing and Communications
July 14, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – Historic Columbia is pleased to announce Anna Kate Twitty as their new director of marketing and communications. In this role, Twitty will lead Historic Columbia’s marketing department…
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Nonprofit leaders explore organizational vibrancy at Shine the Light
July 13, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – DNA Creative Communications (DNA), in partnership with Community Foundation of Greenville, United Way of Greenville County and Hollingsworth Funds, hosted “Creating a Vibrant Organization That Fosters Forward…
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South Carolina Center for Fathers and Families launches new website
July 12, 2016
Site Will Help Non-Custodial Parents Prepare Visitation Requests and Represent Themselves in Court COLUMBIA, SC – July is National Make a Difference for a Child Month and the South Carolina…
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South Carolina Center for Fathers and Families launches new website
July 12, 2016
Site Will Help Non-Custodial Parents Prepare Visitation Requests and Represent Themselves in Court COLUMBIA, SC – July is National Make a Difference for a Child Month and the South Carolina…
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South Carolina Aquarium works to prepare coastal communities for climate change
July 11, 2016
New Initiative Focuses on Helping Citizens and Communities Cope and Thrive in the Face of Rising Seas Sea level rise, storm surge and changing ocean conditions caused by climate change…
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Free educational programs for caregiving available to Charleston area businesses
July 11, 2016
More than 44 million Americans are providing unpaid caregiving for an adult family member and 61 percent of those caregivers are working either full or part time. About 13 percent…
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Inpatient rehabilitation facilities recommended for stroke recovery
July 11, 2016For the first time, guidelines have been developed by the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association for rehabilitation after a stroke. In the guidelines, which were released in May 2016, the…
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Inpatient rehabilitation facilities recommended for stroke recovery
July 11, 2016
For the first time, guidelines have been developed by the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association for rehabilitation after a stroke. In the guidelines, which were released in May 2016, the…
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Leeza Gibbons opens Leeza’s Care Connection in South Carolina
July 8, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – After winning more than $700,000 last year on NBC’s Celebrity Apprentice, Leeza Gibbons, the Emmy Award-winning talk show host has honored her pledge to bring her prize…
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South Carolina State Library chosen as site for 2017 Arbuthnot Lecture
July 8, 2016
The Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC) announced that the 2017 May Hill Arbuthnot Committee has selected the South Carolina State Library and the city of Columbia, South Carolina…
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Education leaders receive SCASA Lifetime Achievement Award
July 6, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – School leaders in Laurens and Irmo have been named as 2016 SCASA Lifetime Achievement Award recipients. The S.C. Association of School Administrators (SCASA) presents these awards. Each…
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CMA workshop focuses on film photography
July 6, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – The Columbia Museum of Art is offering a two-day workshop that will introduce basic black and white film techniques and practices through the use of medium format…
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Richland County Government grant supports Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Columbia
July 5, 2016
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Columbia is honored to announce being selected by Richland County Council to receive a Discretionary grant from Richland County Government. The Discretionary Grant program is designed to…
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Columbia Bethlehem Community Center names new Executive Director
July 5, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – Columbia Bethlehem Community Center (CBCC) is pleased to welcome Kara Simmons as its new Executive Director. In this role, Simmons will develop and oversee the goals and…
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South Carolina Alliance to Fix Our Roads announces new management structure
July 5, 2016
The South Carolina Alliance to Fix Our Roads (SCFOR) Board of Directors announced a change within their nonprofit’s staff structure and operations. As of July 1, 2016, Executive Director Bill Ross…
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Autism Academy names McCauley Executive Director
July 5, 2016Former HHS official to lead Columbia-based center treating children with autism The Autism Academy of South Carolina (AASC) announced the appointment of Michael McCauley as its Executive Director. “From his…
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Autism Academy names McCauley Executive Director
July 5, 2016
Former HHS official to lead Columbia-based center treating children with autism The Autism Academy of South Carolina (AASC) announced the appointment of Michael McCauley as its Executive Director. “From his…
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Salute from the Shore to feature ‘Air Parade’ of F-16s and vintage military aircraft flyover of South Carolina’s coast on July Fourth
June 30, 2016
Salute from the Shore, a 501(c)3 organization, was founded in 2010 by patriotic South Carolinians to honor our armed forces on Independence Day. Every year on July Fourth, hundreds of…
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Salute from the Shore to feature ‘Air Parade’ of F-16s and vintage military aircraft flyover of South Carolina’s coast on July Fourth
June 30, 2016
Salute from the Shore, a 501(c)3 organization, was founded in 2010 by patriotic South Carolinians to honor our armed forces on Independence Day. Every year on July Fourth, hundreds of…
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GNMO II allocates $73 million in new markets tax credits to S.C. projects
June 29, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Greenville New Markets Opportunity II (GNMO II), a Community Development Entity (CDE) managed by taxadvantagegroup and Greenville Local Development Corporation in Greenville, S.C., has deployed $73 million…
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Charleston Animal Society CEO receives a “Maddie Hero Award”
June 29, 2016
Maddie’s Fund®, a national family foundation based in Pleasanton, CA, has surprised nine animal welfare leaders with the first ever Maddie Hero Awards for their incredible efforts in animal lifesaving…
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The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s SC Chapter announces local 2016 Man & Woman of the Year
June 29, 2016
UPSTATE, SC – An Anderson woman and a Simpsonville man have been named the winners of this year’s Man & Woman of the Year of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s (LLS)…
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New patio tables and chairs for public use to debut on Main Street as part of “What’s Next Midlands” initiative
June 29, 2016EngenuitySC and Central Carolina Community Foundation team up with local partners to roll out new crowd-sourced regional improvement program, one great idea at a time Midlands residents will soon be…
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New patio tables and chairs for public use to debut on Main Street as part of “What’s Next Midlands” initiative
June 29, 2016
EngenuitySC and Central Carolina Community Foundation team up with local partners to roll out new crowd-sourced regional improvement program, one great idea at a time Midlands residents will soon be…
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Nominations Open for 2016 James F. Barker Ethics in Action Award
June 28, 2016Clemson University’s Rutland Institute for Ethics has opened nominations for its annual James F. Barker Ethics in Action Award. This prestigious award recognizes and celebrates a special individual’s actions that…
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Nominations open for 2016 James F. Barker Ethics in Action Award
June 28, 2016
Clemson University’s Rutland Institute for Ethics has opened nominations for its annual James F. Barker Ethics in Action Award. This prestigious award recognizes and celebrates a special individual’s actions that…
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Dominion supports improvements on Palmetto Trail Passage
June 27, 2016
The Palmetto Trail’s Fort Jackson Passage will receive some much needed upgrades soon, thanks to a $15,000 environmental grant from the Dominion Foundation and Dominion Resources. “Palmetto Conservation Foundation is…
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Harvest Hope Food Bank receives grant from ConAgra Foods foundation to help give kids a hunger-free summer
June 27, 2016
One out of 5 children in South Carolina faces hunger. When schools are closed for summer, kids have less access to nutritious meals as many rely on free or reduced-price…
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Goodwill Industries to open new Midlands headquarters on June 30
June 27, 2016At 9:00 am on Thursday, June 30, Goodwill Industries of Upstate/Midlands South Carolina will open the doors to its new Midlands headquarters at 2119 Sunset Boulevard in West Columbia. The…
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