Non Profit Minute – Nichole Myles, Children’s Museum of the Lowcountry
August 21, 2019
The Who’s on the Move, BizSC, Non Profit Minute is a quick, two-minute interview in support of the amazing impact that local non profits have on our communities. We…
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USC student gets Global Grant scholarship
August 21, 2019
University of South Carolina senior Grace Cooney (shown with Mark Bokesch of Capital Rotary Club) has been awarded a Rotary International Global Grant scholarship to pursue a Master’s of Science…
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Sistercare takes aim at domestic violence
August 21, 2019
Freeing families from fears of domestic violence is the mission of Sistercare, a non-profit agency serving Richland, Lexington, Fairfield, Newberry and Kershaw counties, according to Cherisse Branch, guest speaker for…
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Non Profit Minute – Zachary Henning, AID-L
August 21, 2019
The Who’s on the Move, BizSC, Non Profit Minute is a quick, two-minute interview in support of the amazing impact that local non profits have on our communities. We…
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Shannon Leigh (Turbeville) Keenan joins South Carolina Wildlife Federation as Director of Development and Events
August 21, 2019
The South Carolina Wildlife Federation (SCWF) recently hired Shannon Leigh (Turbeville) Keenan as the organization’s new Director of Development and Events. In her new role, Keenan will maintain donor relationships,…
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MIRCI Awarded $10,000 from Wells Fargo to Support Midland’s First Youth Transitional Living Program
August 21, 2019
Wells Fargo awarded a $10,000 grant to the Mental Illness Recovery Center, Inc. (MIRCI) to support Transitional Youth Home. Funds from the grant will be used to provide stable housing,…
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Shine the Light Workshop on Advocacy for Nonprofits – August 29
August 20, 2019
Kristen Grimm will facilitate “Advocacy: Be the Change in Your Organization” for Upstate Nonprofit Leaders on August 29, 2019 at Kroc Greenville DNA Creative Communications, in partnership with the Community Foundation…
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Calling all amateur photographers! The South Carolina Wildlife Federation’s 17th Annual Wildlife Photography Contest is open for submissions
August 19, 2019
Amateur photographers from all over the state are invited to submit their best pictures capturing the beauty of South Carolina’s nature – in their own backyard or South Carolina’s backyard…
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Support National Thrift Store Day
August 16, 2019
Most people know Goodwill for our donated goods retail stores. In fact, across the United States 82% of the population lives within 10 miles of a Goodwill location. So it’s…
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Columbia Opportunity Resource issues call for artists for 6th annual Time for Art Gala
August 15, 2019
Columbia Opportunity Resource (COR) is seeking artists to submit their work to the 6th annual Time for Art Gala, to be held Saturday, November 23 from 7 to 11 p.m. at…
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East Cooper Breakfast Rotary Club
August 15, 2019
The East Cooper Breakfast Rotary Club was chartered in 1996 as a registered 501(c)4 non-profit organization with 35 charter members. We are committed to working with youth, helping our community…
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Greenville Chamber and United Way of Greenville County graduate inaugural PROPEL GVL class
August 15, 2019The Greenville Chamber and United Way of Greenville County recently held a graduation event for its first PROPEL GVL class, a five-week board training and executive leadership program designed to…
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United Way of the Midlands receives nearly $158,000 from Richland County Government to fund Resiliency Team pilot program at Jackson Creek Elementary School
August 15, 2019
United Way of the Midlands received nearly $158,000 from Richland County Government to fund the launch of a pilot program placing a Resiliency Team, part of United Way of Midlands…
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Registration now open for October 22 On The Table Conversations powered by Central Carolina Community Foundation
August 14, 2019
Second annual engaging conversation initiative will bring people together across the Midlands to break bread and discuss the future of our communities. Central Carolina Community Foundation, the Midlands’ center for…
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Non Profit Minute – Amy Splittgerber, The SC Alliance of YMCAs
August 14, 2019
The Who’s on the Move, BizSC, Non Profit Minute is a quick, two-minute interview in support of the amazing impact that local non profits have on our communities. We would…
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Technology changes real estate trade
August 14, 2019
Over the past 20 years, technology has spawned widespread changes in real estate buying, selling and closings, according to lawyer and broker Gary Pickren, guest speaker at Capital Rotary’s Aug.…
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Upstate International
August 14, 2019
Embracing and Empowering all Nationalities in a Thriving Upstate Upstate International (UI) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that exists to empower people and businesses of all nations to thrive in…
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South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association to host annual Hospitality Leaders Golf Tournament
August 14, 2019
The South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association (SCRLA) will host its 2019 Hospitality Leaders Golf Tournament at the Dataw Island Golf Club on Monday, September 9. Presented by US. Foods,…
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Aflac awards MIRCI grant to support homeless youth services
August 13, 2019
Aflac awarded a $10,000 grant to the Mental Illness Recovery Center, Inc. (MIRCI) to support programs assisting homeless youth in Columbia. MIRCI’s youth services create pathways to recovery by equipping…
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Anitra Potts joins The YMCA of Greater Spartanburg
August 13, 2019
Anitra is a Spartanburg native who earned her B.S. in Business Administration from The University of South Carolina Upstate and her Masters of Accounting and Financial Management from Keller Graduate…
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Lowcountry Food Bank Agency Conference offers best practices to its food pantry partners
August 13, 2019
The Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB), which distributes food to nearly 300 partner agencies including soup kitchens, homeless shelters and emergency food pantries to serve people who struggle with hunger, held its fifth annual Agency…
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Back-to-School Book Sale scheduled for one day only
August 12, 2019
As the summer starts to wind down, the Richland Library Friends and Foundation wants to help children, teens and adults gather essentials for the start of a new academic year.…
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Greenville Humane Society presents new event: Howling for Hope
August 12, 2019
Greenville Humane Society is excited to host a new community event, Howling for Hope, on Saturday, August 24 from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Proceeds from the event will support…
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Lowcountry Food Bank’s Agency Conference offers best practices and industry resources for its Food Pantry partners
August 12, 2019Fifth annual conference held at Seacoast Church – Mt. Pleasant Campus The Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB), which distributes food to nearly 300 partner agencies including soup kitchens, homeless shelters…
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Over $3 million available to end homelessness
August 9, 2019
Applications for the 2019 HUD Continuum of Care Completion due August 29 United Way of the Midlands, lead agency for the Midlands Area Consortium for the Homeless (MACH), invites current…
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Harvest Hope Food Bank receives $12,000 donation from The Darden Foundation
August 8, 2019Harvest Hope Food Bank announced a $12,000 grant from The Darden Foundation to help with operational maintenance costs. The funds will be used to purchase four forklift batteries to increase…
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Welcoming USC Rotaract Leader
August 8, 2019
Sophia Bertrand (right), new leader of the University of South Carolina’s Rotaract Club, is welcomed to a Capital Rotary meeting by president Abby Naas (left) and Neda Beal, liaison to…
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Rotarians hear VA benefits advocate
August 7, 2019
Navigating the Dept. of Veterans Affairs paperwork maze is daunting, but it can pay off for those willing to stake a claim for benefits due as a result of military…
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$4.4 million in new S.C. Arts Commission grants to provide citizens, visitors arts access across the state
August 7, 2019
Funding ‘vital’ for arts experiences, arts education programs South Carolina communities will benefit from $4.4 million in fiscal year 2020 grants to their artists, arts organizations, and schools announced today…
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AMA Charleston debuts new board
August 7, 2019American Marketing Association welcomes the newly installed 2019 – 2020 board of directors for the Charleston chapter of the American Marketing Association. This photo, taken at the chapter’s annual board…
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Jim ‘Soni’ Sonefeld to play live acoustic set at Rock 4 Recovery Benefit Concert
August 7, 2019
Hootie & the Blowfish drummer, Jim ‘Soni’ Sonefeld, is scheduled to play a live acoustic set at Rock 4 Recovery 2019, a concert benefitting the LRADAC Foundation. During his intimate…
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Fetter Health Care Network celebrates National Health Center Week
August 7, 2019
Fetter Health Care Network, a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) serving communities throughout the Lowcountry, will participate in National Health Center Week from Monday, August 5 to Friday, August 9.…
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Donate2it surpasses $100k in funds raised
August 7, 2019
Local fundraising platform delivered more than 3-to-1 ROI on donations via partnership with the matchingfund Donate2it, the Lowcountry’s local crowdfunding solution, has reached a significant milestone in its six-month history…
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Congaree Land Trust announces new Board President, eight new board members
August 7, 2019
Congaree Land Trust (CLT) announced the appointment of Alec Chaplin, Jr. as Board President, Tripp Bradley as Board Vice President, and the election of eight new members to the CLT…
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American Advertising Federation of the Midlands to host annual local art auction
August 7, 2019
The American Advertising Federation (AAF) of the Midlands will host their annual Kickoff & Art Auction featuring local Midlands artists on Thursday, August 22 at City Market Place (705B Gervais…
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Vista Guild welcomes Abby Naas as Executive Director
August 7, 2019
Former VP of Marketing & Public Relations for Columbia Fireflies assumes new lead role. The Congaree Vista Guild, a non-profit, membership-based organization comprised of a variety of restaurants, hotels, businesses,…
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CDS announces the 2019 Eggs Benefit
August 6, 2019
The Center for Developmental Services (CDS) will host the 8th annual Eggs Benefit presented by John I. Smith Charities on Thursday, October 3, 2019 at The Poinsett Club in Downtown…
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Cycling team raises over $40,000 for the Alzheimer’s Association
August 6, 2019
Fifteen cyclists sponsored by Calder Brothers Corporation, manufacturer of Mauldin Paving Products, recently participated in “A Ride to Remember” cycling event raising $42,392 for the Alzheimer’s Association. The Calder Brothers…
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Grand Opening for Saluda Shoals Park’s Universally Inclusive Playground to be held August 24, 2019
August 6, 2019The Irmo Chapin Recreation Commission (ICRC) and the Saluda Shoals Foundation will celebrate the grand opening of the new Universally Inclusive Playground at Saluda Shoals Park. The celebration will take…
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Mary Louise Resch named Director of Philanthropy at Central South Carolina Habitat for Humanity
August 5, 2019
Mary Louise Resch has been named Director of Philanthropy, a new position at Central South Carolina Habitat for Humanity. Ms. Resch recently stepped down as Government Relations, Disaster and Grants…
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TEDxCharleston seeking idea makers for 2020 event
August 5, 2019CASCADES event theme calls for speaker and performer applications whose ideas are challenging expectations and enriching the Charleston community and beyond TEDxCharleston is seeking speakers, performers and idea makers to…
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Young Leaders Society kicks off new year with “A Night for the Books” on August 16
August 5, 2019
Friday, August 16 | 7:00 p.m. | SC State Museum United Way of the Midlands’ Young Leaders Society (YLS) is excited to announce its 2019-20 kickoff event, “A Night for…
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“Hire Me SC” campaign changing culture of disability employment
August 2, 2019
South Carolina’s unemployment rate for individuals with disabilities is one of the highest in the country — leaving a largely untapped, capable pool of talent for businesses across a diverse…
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Construct a Business Plan with Richland Library’s Next Entrepreneur-in-Residence
August 2, 2019
What does it take to run a women-owned small business? Let a licensed general contractor and construction manager from the Midlands guide you through the process. Richland Library is excited…
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The Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired South Carolina awarded $5,000 grant from the Roper St. Francis Physicians’ Endowment
August 2, 2019The Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired South Carolina (ABVI) has been awarded a $5,000 grant from the Roper St. Francis Physicians’ Endowment. The grant will support the first…
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Divine Divas volunteer for Gay Bingo, support work of Palmetto Community Care
August 1, 2019
More than a dozen community members have stepped up to the stage, ready to dress in drag and perform a dance routine — all in support of Palmetto Community Care.…
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City Center Partnership unveils Rosie at First Thursday on Main
August 1, 2019
City Center Partnership will unveil Rosie, its new TSM Ariamatic 240 – Street Vacuum, during First Thursday on Main. Rosie will be unveiled August 1, 5:30 pm, on the corner…
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Non Profit Minute – Jeff Becraft, Youth Corps
July 31, 2019
The Who’s on the Move, BizSC, Non Profit Minute is a quick, two-minute interview in support of the amazing impact that local non profits have on our communities. We would…
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Amanda Campbell promoted to Creative Communications Specialist for South Carolina Council on Competitiveness
July 31, 2019
Amanda Campbell has been promoted from Communications Intern to Creative Communications Specialist for the South Carolina Council on Competitiveness. In this role, she will support the Council’s marketing and communications…
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Capital Rotarians tour LRADAC Campus
July 31, 2019
Staff member Kaytee Watson (in blue shirt, center of picture) led Capital Rotary club members on a July 31 tour of LRADAC’s Colonial Drive campus. The agency – formerly known…
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