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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Liberty Fellowship names new Board of Directors
June 27, 2016Seven leaders from across South Carolina make up the new Board of Directors for Liberty Fellowship, with Co-founder Hayne Hipp serving as Chair Emeritus. Active in Liberty Fellowship a combined…
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Tucker named “runner up” for Salvation Army’s prestigious Man of the Year Award
June 27, 2016Salvation Army chaplain recognized for service to the organization and broader community COLUMBIA, SC – Salvation Army chaplain Melvin Tucker was recognized as “runner up” for the Salvation Army’s…
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Goodwill Industries to open new Midlands headquarters on June 30
June 27, 2016
At 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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Tucker named “runner up” for Salvation Army’s prestigious Man of the Year Award
June 27, 2016
Salvation Army chaplain recognized for service to the organization and broader community COLUMBIA, SC – Salvation Army chaplain Melvin Tucker was recognized as “runner up” for the Salvation Army’s…
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Liberty Fellowship names new Board of Directors
June 27, 2016
Seven leaders from across South Carolina make up the new Board of Directors for Liberty Fellowship, with Co-founder Hayne Hipp serving as Chair Emeritus. Active in Liberty Fellowship a combined…
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Sexual Trauma Services of the Midlands welcomes new board member, Katherine Watts
June 24, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – Sexual Trauma Services of the Midlands is honored to welcome Katherine Watts, LMSW, ACM to the Board of Directors. Katherine Watts is the Director of Social Services…
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Pet Pals program gets boost from Meals on Wheels America grant
June 24, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – Meals on Wheels America has awarded a $2,500 grant to Senior Resources to support the agency’s Pet Pals program. The grant will buy dog and cat food…
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Habitat’s CEO build participants dedicate 2016 home
June 22, 2016
On Wednesday, June 22, twenty-three of Greenville’s top CEO’s dedicated their latest project –construction of a home for the Delanuez family, in Habitat Greenville’s fourth annual CEO Build. As participants…
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Nominations open for 2016 James F. Barker Ethics in Action Award
June 22, 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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United Way of the Midlands hires Long Term Flood Recovery Manager
June 20, 2016
United Way of the Midlands welcomed Michael L. Hagins as its new Long Term Disaster Recovery Manager. In this newly created role, Hagins will coordinate United Way’s ongoing recovery efforts…
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BMW Associates dedicate Habitat home during 100th anniversary
June 20, 2016
BMW Group has called Greer home since the first car rolled off the assembly line in 1994. On Monday, June 20, BMW Associates welcomed another family home to Greer with…
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Twenty nine students receive scholarships from Building Industry Charitable Foundation
June 20, 2016
Over the past fifteen years, the Building Industry Charitable Foundation has awarded $449,500 in scholarships to children of Association members and other students who meet criteria set for the program. …
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Nonprofit leaders join Shine the Light on July 12 to explore how organizational vibrancy impacts mission
June 18, 2016
DNA Creative Communications (DNA), in partnership with the Community Foundation of Greenville, the United Way of Greenville County and the Hollingsworth Funds, announces the second part of its 2016 Shine…
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CB&L funds help buy new bus
June 18, 2016
A $15,000 grant from Citizens Building & Loan in Greer has helped purchase a new bus at Greer Community Ministries (GCM). The 2016 15-passenger Ford Starcraft Allstar is equipped with…
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CommunityWorks receives nearly $1 million from Wells Fargo to support diverse small businesses
June 18, 2016
CommunityWorks one of 15 organizations nationwide to receive loan, grant funds as part of Wells Fargo’s $22.3 Million Diverse Capital program GREENVILLE, SC – CommunityWorks is excited to announce that it…
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First Choice Fit® Marcus Lattimore football camps announced
June 16, 2016
Community health fairs offered to campers and the public at no charge. The Xtra Inch, in partnership with Select Health of South Carolina’s First Choice Medicaid health plan, presents First…
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First Choice Fit® Marcus Lattimore football camps announced
June 16, 2016
Community health fairs offered to campers and the public at no charge. The Xtra Inch, in partnership with Select Health of South Carolina’s First Choice Medicaid health plan, presents First…
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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Columbia Board announces new board member
June 16, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Columbia is excited to announce the appointment of Benjamin “Ben” Gooding, as the newest member of its Board of Trustees. Ben…
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Mary Black Foundation accepting grant applications
June 15, 2016
SPARTANBURG, SC – The Mary Black Foundation announced that it is accepting grant applications for its fall grant cycle. The mission of the Mary Black Foundation is to invest in…
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SCE&G provides generous support to Senior Resources’ programs
June 15, 2016
Senior Resources received a $15,000 grant from SCE&G to support the agency’s programs. The funding will be divided between the Meals on Wheels program and two annual fundraisers – the…
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EdVenture’s Daniel Cummins will attend White House event for National Week of Making
June 15, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – For the second year, EdVenture’s Daniel Cummins will represent the State of South Carolina in Washington D.C. Last year, Cummins exhibited his Kitchen Sink Piano at the…
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Alzheimer’s Association SC highlights “truths” about the disease during Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month in June
June 15, 2016COLUMBIA, SC – It is common knowledge that Alzheimer’s disease robs people of their ability to remember, but other truths about the disease remain unknown. For instance, many people are…
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Alzheimer’s Association SC highlights “truths” about the disease during Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month in June
June 15, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – It is common knowledge that Alzheimer’s disease robs people of their ability to remember, but other truths about the disease remain unknown. For instance, many people are…
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Midlands Gives 2016 video released by Central Carolina Community Foundation
June 14, 2016Central Carolina Community Foundation, the Midlands’ expert on philanthropy, has released the first ever Midlands Gives video thanking supporters and participants of Midlands Gives, the annual, 24-hour online giving day.…
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Downtown YMCA to continue its mission of serving the Midlands at new location opening July 11
June 14, 2016On July 11, the new Downtown YMCA will open at the corner of Bull and Hampton Streets in downtown Columbia. The state-of-the-art facility will have the space, equipment and expertise…
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SCSHA VP of Governmental Affairs elected to President Elect-Elect
June 14, 2016
The South Carolina Speech Language Hearing Association (SCSHA) is thrilled to announce Michelle L.W. Dawson, MS, CCC-SLP has been elected to the position of President Elect- Elect on the board…
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Pat Littlejohn, Executive Director, SC Center for Fathers and Families
June 14, 2016
The mission of the MidlandsBiz Podcast series is to support leadership in Giving Back, Diversity, Entrepreneurship, Continuous Education, the Knowledge Economy and the Arts. Thanks to our Sponsor: …
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Pat Littlejohn, Executive Director, SC Center for Fathers and Families
June 14, 2016
The mission of the MidlandsBiz Podcast series is to support leadership in Giving Back, Diversity, Entrepreneurship, Continuous Education, the Knowledge Economy and the Arts. Thanks to our Sponsor: …
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Midlands Gives 2016 video released by Central Carolina Community Foundation
June 14, 2016
Central Carolina Community Foundation, the Midlands’ expert on philanthropy, has released the first ever Midlands Gives video thanking supporters and participants of Midlands Gives, the annual, 24-hour online giving day.…
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SCSBA names the Twin City Rotary Club and the Batesburg-Leesville Rotary Club Champions for Public Education
June 13, 2016
The South Carolina School Boards Association (SCSBA) will honor the Twin City Rotary Club and the Batesburg-Leesville Rotary Club with the Champions for Public Education Award on Tuesday, June 14,…
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South Carolina students raise nearly $400,000 to help fight blood cancers
June 13, 2016This school year, South Carolina students set high goals in joining the Student Series campaign for The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society (LLS). Proving that every penny counts, students from 450…
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South Carolina students raise nearly $400,000 to help fight blood cancers
June 13, 2016
This school year, South Carolina students set high goals in joining the Student Series campaign for The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society (LLS). Proving that every penny counts, students from 450…
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United Way of the Midlands graduates 2016 Blueprint for Leadership Class
June 10, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – United Way of the Midlands recognized 21 emerging community leaders during the 2016 Blueprint for Leadership Gradation, held June 7 at Richland Library. United Way’s Blueprint for Leadership…
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New Board Chair, Board Members at the Lourie Center
June 10, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – The Lourie Center held their annual meeting on Thursday May 26, 2016 voting in a new board chair, two new board members and the executive officers for…
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Nickelodeon Theatre hosts ‘Six-Gun Summer’ Westerns series
June 9, 2016The Nickelodeon Theatre, South Carolina’s only non-profit art house film theater, will host “Six-Gun Summer,” a series of five classic Western films offering a sample of the ‘greatest hits’ 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 4th
June 9, 2016Salute 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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Habitat Greenville and Mill Village Farms bring mobile market to ReStore
June 9, 2016
Habitat ReStore customers will soon be able to pick up fresh produce alongside kitchen appliances and household items, thanks to a partnership between the ReStore and Mill Village Farm’s mobile…
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