More than $1.6 million in donations raised during Midlands Gives 2016
May 9, 2016
Preliminary results and prize winners announced for annual online giving challenge Thanks to an incredible groundswell of support from corporate partners, participating nonprofits and thousands of everyday philanthropists who made…
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Pawmetto Lifeline announces low-cost Wellness Program now open to the public
May 5, 2016
Pawmetto Lifeline announced the opening of their Wellness Program, which will be offering a wide range of affordable, high-quality veterinary services for animals in the Midlands community. Pet owners and…
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Midlands Ride of Silence announces May 18 as worldwide ride date
May 5, 2016The Midlands Ride of Silence honoring cyclists who have been hit or killed by motorists will take place on Wednesday, May 18, 2016 at 7 p.m. The ride will start…
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Building Industry Charitable Foundation awards grants for $70,000 for Flood Relief
May 5, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – Since October 2015, the Building Industry Charitable Foundation has provided grants totaling $115,000 to support neighbors across the state that were victims of the historic rain event…
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Habitat for Humanity celebrates completion of Michelin/Greenville Technical College Build
May 5, 2016
GREER, SC – Habitat for Humanity of Greenville County, Michelin, and Greenville Technical College celebrated several milestones together on Wednesday, May 4, with the completion of the first home of…
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Midlands Ride of Silence announces May 18 as worldwide ride date
May 5, 2016
The Midlands Ride of Silence honoring cyclists who have been hit or killed by motorists will take place on Wednesday, May 18, 2016 at 7 p.m. The ride will start…
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Diamonds Direct donates to MUSC Children’s Hospital
May 4, 2016Diamonds Direct, a direct diamond importer based in Charlotte, N.C., with a new location in Mt. Pleasant, will present a check to the campaign for the MUSC Shawn Jenkins Children’s…
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Sexual Trauma Services of the Midlands announces 2016 Ambassadors of Change
May 4, 2016
To kick off Sexual Assault Awareness Month in April, Sexual Trauma Services of the Midlands invited local leaders to join our vision of creating a community free of sexual violence.…
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Midlands Gives extended until 12:00 p.m. tomorrow, May 4, 2016 due to technical issues
May 3, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – Starting in the 11:00 a.m. hour this morning, the national online giving platform KIMBIA, through which Midlands Gives donations are processed, began experiencing severe issues due to…
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‘Midlands Gives’ is here: Give online to 383 local nonprofits via 24-hour Giving Challenge on Tuesday, May 3
May 2, 2016Public encouraged to drop by for lunch or happy hour at Midlands Gives Headquarters at Spirit Communications Park; cheer for favorite charities during live TV news broadcasts This year, the…
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‘Midlands Gives’ is here: Give online to 383 local nonprofits via 24-hour Giving Challenge on Tuesday, May 3
May 2, 2016
Public encouraged to drop by for lunch or happy hour at Midlands Gives Headquarters at Spirit Communications Park; cheer for favorite charities during live TV news broadcasts This year, the…
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$420,000 in flood recovery grants awarded by One SC Fund
May 1, 2016
10 nonprofit flood relief and recovery programs are funded through Phase III grants The One SC Fund Grants Committee announced the nonprofit recipients of the Phase III grant awards…
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$420,000 in flood recovery grants awarded by One SC Fund
May 1, 2016
10 nonprofit flood relief and recovery programs are funded through Phase III grants The One SC Fund Grants Committee announced the nonprofit recipients of the Phase III grant awards…
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Individuals in-need of flood recovery help should call United Way’s 2-1-1
April 28, 2016
Victims of the October 2015 Flood who are in need of assistance are now able to dial SC 2-1-1, United Way’s statewide Information and Referral phone line, and have their…
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SCSBA’s Gwen Hampton receives USC Social Work Pioneer Award
April 27, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina School Boards Association congratulates SCSBA Director of Leadership Development Gwen J. Hampton, MSW, CMP, for receiving the University Of South Carolina College of Social…
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Nonprofits to explore innovative leadership with national coach and community leaders
April 27, 2016DNA Creative Communications (DNA), in partnership with Community Foundation of Greenville, United Way of Greenville County and Hollingsworth Funds, announces the launch of its 2016 Shine the Light Nonprofit Forums…
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‘Midlands Gives’ hosts full day of entertainment at Spirit Communications Park
April 27, 2016
Public encouraged to drop by for lunch or happy hour at the ballpark; cheer for favorite charities during live TV news broadcasts COLUMBIA, SC – Central Carolina Community Foundation…
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Nonprofits to explore innovative leadership with national coach and community leaders
April 27, 2016
DNA Creative Communications (DNA), in partnership with Community Foundation of Greenville, United Way of Greenville County and Hollingsworth Funds, announces the launch of its 2016 Shine the Light Nonprofit Forums…
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Rebuild Upstate and SENIOR Solutions to partner in Anderson and Oconee
April 26, 2016
A new partnership between Rebuild Upstate and SENIOR Solutions will help create more opportunities to get emergency and long-term home repairs for the elderly in Anderson and Oconee counties. While…
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128-year-old nonprofit focuses on homeless prevention for Lowcountry Giving Day
April 25, 2016
Family Services, Inc. (FSI) is getting ready for the 3rd annual Lowcountry Giving Day (LGD), initially started by Coastal Community Foundation in response to Give Local America. This year, LGD…
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American Red Cross of Lowcountry SC names new Board Member
April 25, 2016
The American Red Cross of Lowcountry SC is pleased to announce that Katarina Fjording of Volvo Car Group has joined the Board of Directors. “It’s with great pleasure we welcome…
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Health Education Consultants participating in Midlands Gives
April 25, 2016Raising money to provide diabetes and hypertension education in SC Free Clinics Health Education Consultants, Inc. will be again participating in Midlands Gives on May 3, 2016. Midlands Gives is…
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Habitat Greenville celebrates 20 years partnership with Golden Strip Church Coalition
April 21, 2016
SIMPSONVILLE, SC – Twenty years ago, several volunteers approached Habitat Greenville with the idea of helping expand affordable Habitat housing into the Golden Strip. Their idea was taken to churches…
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Rebuild Upstate adds Volunteer Coordinator
April 21, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Sarah Barthelmes has joined Rebuild Upstate as its Volunteer and Administrative Coordinator. A student at Arizona State University, she will be responsible for working with Rebuild Upstate…
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Homes of Hope receives $100,000 grant from Wells Fargo Housing Foundation
April 21, 2016
Homes of Hope was recently awarded a $100,000 affordable housing grant by the Wells Fargo Housing Foundation. The grant will be used to support Homes of Hope’s newest affordable housing…
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Girls on the Run and Junior League of Columbia join forces to promote healthy lifestyles
April 21, 2016Girls on the Run of Columbia (GOTR) and the Junior League of Columbia, Inc. (JLC) are joining forces on April 30 to inspire local youth to be healthy, happy and…
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Outstanding leadership program for youth is accepting applications!
April 21, 2016
Youth Corps is a dynamic leadership training experience for thirty-six outstanding 9th and 10th grade students (this means male and female 8th & 9th graders would apply for next year)…
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Girls on the Run and Junior League of Columbia join forces to promote healthy lifestyles
April 21, 2016
Girls on the Run of Columbia (GOTR) and the Junior League of Columbia, Inc. (JLC) are joining forces on April 30 to inspire local youth to be healthy, happy and…
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Girl Scouts announces Emerald Circle Chair and kickoff celebration
April 20, 2016
GREENWOOD, SC – Girl Scouts of South Carolina – Mountains to Midlands has appointed Dr. Donna H. Foster as 2016 Chair for its Emerald Circle in Greenwood, Abbeville, McCormick and Saluda ckounties.…
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Pawmetto Lifeline stands in opposition of additional legislation limiting services by not-for-profit/shelters
April 20, 2016
Pawmetto Lifeline will stand in opposition of the new House Bill 5160 today, Wednesday, April 20th at 2:30pm at the Blatt Building (1105 Pendleton Street, Columbia, SC). We invite you…
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Rappel for a Cause: Harvest Hope Food Bank’s Over the Edge To End Hunger Event
April 20, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – No experience is necessary. For those interested in the ultimate adventure, Harvest Hope Food Bank’s Over the Edge To End Hunger is the perfect event and it…
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Bowl for Kids’ Sake a striking success, raising more than $58,000 for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Columbia
April 19, 2016
Volunteers and community members came out on April 9th to show support and raise money at Bowl for Kids’ Sake, supporting the mentoring work of Big Brothers Big Sisters of…
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Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Carolinas breaks ground on “Building Hope” expansion project
April 18, 2016
RMHC of the Carolinas broke ground on its $3.5 million capital campaign expansion project today. The expansion will allow the Ronald McDonald House, located in Greenville, S.C., to double the amount…
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Easley, SC Teen to promote “Be Your Best Self” message during nationwide outreach event
April 18, 2016
Tara Moore, Distinguished Young Woman of SC, will join with young women across the nation April 25-29 in celebrating National Be Your Best Self Week, a national outreach event sponsored…
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Nauful selected to participate in 2016 Riley Institute Diversity Leaders Initiative Program
April 18, 2016
Adams and Reese partner Tara E. Nauful is one of 42 leaders selected from sectors across South Carolina to participate in the 2016 Spring Midlands Class of the Riley Institute…
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Leadership Columbia Class of 2016 hosts Open House “Renovation Reveal” and reception at Autism Academy of South Carolina, April 29
April 18, 2016The Leadership Columbia Class of 2016 will host an Open House at the Autism Academy of South Carolina (AASC), 1505 Blanding St. in downtown Columbia, S.C., for AASC families, staff…
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Lowcountry Maritime Society announces Spring Boat Launch
April 18, 2016Lowcountry Maritime Society, a non-profit dedicated to revitalizing coastal Carolina’s maritime culture, is holding its 2nd Annual Spring Boat Launch on Saturday, April 30 at 2pm. As part of the…
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Leadership Columbia Class of 2016 hosts Open House “Renovation Reveal” and reception at Autism Academy of South Carolina, April 29
April 18, 2016
The Leadership Columbia Class of 2016 will host an Open House at the Autism Academy of South Carolina (AASC), 1505 Blanding St. in downtown Columbia, S.C., for AASC families, staff…
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SC Commission for the Blind celebrates 50 years
April 12, 2016
Happy Anniversary to the South Carolina Commission for the Blind! May 2016 marks the beginning of a yearlong celebration as the South Carolina Commission for the Blind (SCCB) celebrates its…
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SC Commission for the Blind celebrates 50 years
April 12, 2016
Happy Anniversary to the South Carolina Commission for the Blind! May 2016 marks the beginning of a yearlong celebration as the South Carolina Commission for the Blind (SCCB) celebrates its…
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Aloft Greenville Downtown celebrates launch of local foster dog program with Let’em Live Upstate
April 12, 2016
Aloft Greenville Downtown, a new lifestyle hotel located in the heart of downtown Greenville, today celebrated the launch of its foster dog program with local partner Let’em Live Upstate. Through…
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Greenville Zoo Foundation to present inaugural ZooTunes concert
April 11, 2016
The Greenville Zoo Foundation will host its first-ever ZooTunes concert this summer at the Greenville Zoo. The inaugural event, presented in partnership with the Greenville Zoo and Eleven Events, is…
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Celebrity Dancers Contribute to Record Year for Annual Dancing With The ARK’s Stars
April 11, 2016
The sixth annual Dancing with The ARK’s Stars raised more than $83,000 – its largest year yet. Nearly 500 people came out to watch local celebrities pair with professional dancers…
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Midlands Gives sees 50 percent increase in participating local nonprofits
April 11, 2016
More than 375 local nonprofits will participate in the third annual Midlands Gives, a 24-hour online giving challenge presented by Central Carolina Community Foundation – the Midlands’ expert on philanthropy…
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Councilwoman Dixon urges support in fight against sexual violence
April 11, 2016
Richland County Councilwoman Julie-Ann Dixon is urging County residents to join men, women and children from across the Midlands in uniting against sexual assault and abuse at the 7th annual…
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Quarry Crusher Run announces four-state national series slated for 2016
April 11, 2016
Unique Columbia-grown race expanding to the national stage The Quarry Crusher Run (QCR), one of Columbia’s most unique foot races, has expanded onto the national scene with 4 dates…
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GCM receives $750 Share the Love grant
April 6, 2016
Greer Community Ministries (GCM) has been awarded a $750 grant as part of the 2015 Meals on Wheels Driving the Movement grant program. The grant funding, raised through the 2015-2016…
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‘Midlands Gives’ sees 50% increase in participating local nonprofits for upcoming 24-hour Giving Challenge on May 3rd
April 6, 2016Central Carolina Community Foundation releases list of more than 375 local charities More than 375 local nonprofits will participate in the third annual Midlands Gives, a 24-hour online giving challenge…
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Columbia QuadSquad Rollergirls to host Women’s Flat Track Derby Association (WFTDA) Tournament in Columbia, SC at the National Guard Armory on Bluff Rd.
April 6, 2016
Columbia’s nationally ranked roller derby league, the Columbia QuadSquad Rollergirls, are gearing up for their 3rd Annual Southern Discomfort Roller Derby Tournament! This is a WFTDA Recognized tournament that will…
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New date, new Course and Main Street Mile debut at the 44th Annual Governor’s Cup
April 6, 2016
Columbia Regional Sports Council is once again working with Carolina Marathon Association and Lexington Medical Center for the 44th Annual Governor’s Cup Road Race. This year’s event features a new date,…
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