2019 Midlands LLS Man & Woman of the Year winners
May 24, 2019The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s South Carolina Chapter Announces 2019 Midlands Man & Woman of the Year Winners On May 16th we announced a Lexington woman and a Columbia man…
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Non Profit Minute – Charleston Jazz
May 23, 2019
The Who’s on the Move, BizSC, Non Profit Minute is a quick, one minute interview in support of the amazing impact that local non profits have on our communities. We…
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AI Changing Society, Culture
May 23, 2019
Rapid adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) is changing society and culture around the world, according to technology consultant Eric Davis, Capital Rotary’s May 22 guest speaker. Davis (shown with Rotarian…
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Lowcountry Food Bank partners with Summer Food Service Program
May 22, 2019
Hundreds of food insecure children to receive summer meals The Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB) is participating in the 2019 Summer Food Service Program, a program administered by the USDA. Through…
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Upstate International welcomes new board members
May 22, 2019
Upstate International announced the addition of four new members to its Board of Directors including Carmen Gallagher, Hispanic American Women’s Association, Jamie Patterson, Clemson MBA Director of Career Services and…
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SCFB successfully advocates for farmers in Duke rate increase case
May 22, 2019
The South Carolina Public Service Commission issued a ruling on Duke Energy Progress’ proposed rate increase on Tuesday. South Carolina Farm Bureau President Harry Ott and other Farm Bureau members…
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Honors for longtime Rotarian
May 22, 2019
Longtime Rotarian Gene Oliver (left in photo) has been recognized by Capital Rotary for 55 years of membership in the service club. President Philip Flynn also honored Oliver as a…
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Donate2it keeps Charleston moving with $25,000 goal
May 22, 2019
Local Crowdfunding Platform Partnered With Charleston Moves for Mobility Month Donate2it, the Lowcountry’s local crowdfunding solution, recently partnered with Charleston Moves to help the bike, pedestrian and public transit advocacy…
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National Salvation Week Schedule of Events May 20-26
May 22, 2019
The Salvation Army of the Midlands is celebrating National Salvation Army Week this week through Sunday, May 26. Throughout the week, several events will be hosted as a way for…
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The COMET and the National Park Service partner to transport people to Congaree National Park to see fireflies
May 21, 2019
The COMET and the National Park Service has formed a partnership to transport area residents and visitors to the Congaree National Park as a trial on Friday, May 24, 2019,…
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“Girl Scouts Love State Parks” Initiative aims to get every girl outside July 13
May 21, 2019
Girl Scouts of South Carolina-Mountains to Midlands encourages girls to have outdoor experiences in the Upstate and Midlands along with thousands of girls in hundreds of state parks across the United States.…
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“Asphalt Works!” workforce development campaign launched by S.C. Asphalt Pavement Association
May 21, 2019
Statewide initiative aims to reenergize asphalt industry and repair S.C. roads In response to an increased need for asphalt workers across the state, the non-profit South Carolina Asphalt Pavement Association…
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CresCom Bank and World Affairs Council of Charleston reward students for analysis of hot topics in global issues
May 20, 2019
At an award ceremony on April 17, 2019, Joe Bonacci, Senior Vice President for CresCom Bank, presented three Charleston County Public High School students with 2019 John M Settle, Sr./World…
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Non Profit Minute – Tyler Rex, Thrive Upstate
May 20, 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.…
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East Cooper Community Outreach launches 30-week campaign for 30th anniversary
May 20, 2019
Local nonprofit celebrates 30 years of giving back after destruction hit the Lowcountry East Cooper Community Outreach (ECCO) launched a 30-week campaign last week to celebrate 30 years of serving…
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Prisma Health Midlands Foundation
May 20, 2019
Prisma Health Midlands Foundation Mission: engaging community partners to enhance health care for patients and families served by Prisma Health–Midlands.
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First annual Food for Thought benefitting the Brain Injury Association of South Carolina
May 17, 2019
The Brain Injury Association of South Carolina (BIASC) introduced its brand new event, Food for Thought, on Thursday, May 2. Many guests, including Lt. Governor Pamela Evette and a prestigious…
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All Richland Library locations to close May 22 for Staff Training Day
May 17, 2019
Columbia, SC- All Richland Library locations will close Wednesday, May 22 for a day of staff training. Hundreds of library employees from across the county will come together for a…
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Spartanburg Housing Summit to convene industry leaders and community members on the topic of Opportunity Housing
May 17, 2019
United Way of the Piedmont will host the Spartanburg Housing Summit on May 30 to educate stakeholders and residents on the importance of housing for all, focusing on local housing…
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Nonprofit Ponds Conservancy to hold presentation covering history of land at the headwaters of the Ashley River
May 17, 2019
Attend a presentation covering the history of the land & people who have called The Ponds home across time Sunday, June 16th at 2:00 PM, join Charles Philips of Brockington…
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New Morning Foundation announces Choose Well, a first of its kind program across South Carolina to reduce unintended pregnancy
May 17, 2019
New Morning Foundation has launched Choose Well, the largest contraceptive access program in our state’s history. It’s an alignment of 56 organizations with the shared vision to create a healthier…
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United Community Bank donates to the Soup Kitchen of Spartanburg
May 16, 2019
United Community Bank recently presented the Soup Kitchen of Spartanburg with a $250 donation. The donation was organized by United’s Spartanburg team members due to the positive impact the Soup…
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$580,870 awarded by Greenville Women Giving at annual meeting
May 16, 2019
Total Grants Surpass $6 Million Greenville Women Giving, a 560+ member local philanthropic organization, awarded $580,870 in grants last evening during its annual meeting at the Crowne Plaza Hotel. Since…
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Lowcountry Food Bank matching campaign in May doubles your donation impact for summer meals
May 16, 2019
Now through May 24, you can double the impact of your donation to help ensure children in our community have enough to eat this summer. Through the generous support of…
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Financial advisor joins Capital Rotary
May 16, 2019
Patricia F. Dempster (at center in photo) was welcomed into Capital Rotary’s ranks on May 15 by sponsor Ione Cockrell and club president Philip Flynn. A Columbia native, Dempster is…
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Coastal Community Foundation announces new, permanent home
May 16, 2019In its 45th year serving the South Carolina coast, Coastal Community Foundation has secured a permanent home. With a generous gift from Charleston real estate investor Frank Haygood and his wife,…
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Non Profit Minute – Kassy Alia Ray, Serve & Connect
May 15, 2019
The Who’s on the Move, BizSC, Non Profit Minute is a quick, one minute interview in support of the amazing impact that local non profits have on our communities.…
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Book explores changing face of Columbia
May 15, 2019
John Sherrer, Historic Columbia’s director of cultural resources, recounted how the capital city’s history has been chronicled in a new book – Remembering Columbia – when he addressed Capital Rotary…
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Benjamin Franklin Experience hires program coordinator
May 15, 2019
Benjamin Franklin Experience announced that Michael Rhett McCarthy has joined the team as program coordinator. “Michael is an incredible asset to BFE. His warmth and passion for improving the lives…
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Women in Philanthropy hosts the 16th Annual Power of the Purse on May 23 to raise money for Midlands parents in crisis
May 15, 2019
United Way of the Midlands’ Women in Philanthropy hosts the 16th Annual Power of the Purse event Thursday, May 23, 6:30 p.m. at the Columbia Museum of Art, brought to…
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Riggs Partners announces 2019 pro bono marketing marathon for nonprofits
May 15, 2019
Riggs Partners will hold its 22nd annual CreateAthon event to benefit Midlands- and Upstate-area nonprofits on October 17-18, 2019. CreateAthon is a 24-hour creative marathon during which professionals provide marketing…
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South Carolina Charities, Inc. welcomes new board members Frank Davis and Sheldon Early
May 15, 2019
South Carolina Charities, Inc. (SCCI) has welcomed two new board members, Frank Davis and Sheldon Early. The announcement was made during the 2019 Media Day event where the BMW Charity…
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Lowcountry Food Bank matching campaign in May for summer meals doubles your donation impact
May 14, 2019
Help children who struggle with hunger when school meals are not available Now through May 24, you can double the impact of your donation to help ensure children in our…
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Children’s Museum of the Lowcountry launches campaign to transform early education experiences with new state-of-the-art exhibitions
May 14, 2019
The Children’s Museum of the Lowcountry (CML), Charleston’s premier children’s non-profit attraction, has announced the final phase of a $6.2M campaign to transform the museum with nine new state-of-the-art exhibits…
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Children’s Cancer Partners of the Carolinas strengthens its board team
May 14, 2019
Seasoned Leaders Recently Added to the Board Will Support Expanding Organization Children’s Cancer Partners of the Carolinas (CCP) announced the addition of three new members to its board of directors.…
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CDS hosts Outshine Summer Reading Program
May 13, 2019The Center for Developmental Services (CDS) is hosting the Outshine Summer Reading Program every Wednesday from 12:30-2:00pm this summer for rising 1st – 6th graders. This free community service offers to keep…
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The Lowcountry Food Bank, Walmart, Sam’s Club and Feeding America launch “Fight Hunger. Spark Change.” campaign to combat hunger in the Lowcountry
May 13, 2019
One in eight Americans in communities across the U.S. struggle with hunger, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. In coastal South Carolina, about 50% of the people served by…
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Central Carolina Community Foundation awards $146,520 to 25 local nonprofits during spring grant cycles
May 13, 2019
Central Carolina Community Foundation (CCCF), the Midlands’ local center for philanthropy, has awarded 25 local nonprofits grants during the spring grant cycles. The grants awarded are the Milford Wessinger Building…
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Sexual Trauma Services of the Midlands opens search for next Executive Director
May 10, 2019
The Board of Directors of Sexual Trauma Services of the Midlands (STSM) announces the search for its next Executive Director. “We are grateful for the leadership that Mary Dell Hayes…
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AAF of the Midlands announces call for public service applications
May 9, 2019
Local Advertising Organization Seeks Nonprofit Client for 2019-2020 Public Service Campaign The American Advertising Federation (AAF) of the Midlands recently announced they are accepting applications from nonprofit organizations to become…
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Midlands Gives breaks record with $2,028,966 via 14,272 gifts
May 9, 2019
Breaking its all-time record, Midlands Gives has raised an estimated total of $2,028,966 million dollars via 14,272 individual gifts. (A final total will be released in the coming weeks after…
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Non Profit Minute – Patsy Whitney, SC Free Clinic Association
May 9, 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…
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Outshine Summer Reading Program
May 8, 2019
Join us this summer for Summer Reading at CDS! Beginning Wednesday June 12th through Wednesday August 7th, all rising 1st through 6th graders in the Upstate are welcome to come…
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Thornwell Home Builds Better Families
May 8, 2019
Building loving and supportive environments for families and young people is the role undertaken by Thornwell Home for Children since its founding as a Presbyterian ministry in 1875, according to…
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Housing For All-Mount Pleasant Raises $20,000 with Donate2it
May 8, 2019
Crowdfunding Platform Accelerated Fundraising Goal With $5,000 Match Housing For All- Mount Pleasant (HFA) teamed with local crowdfunding platform Donate2it to achieve a major fundraising milestone of $20,000. All told,…
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Flurry of initiatives announced as Palmetto Goodwill celebrates Goodwill Industries Week
May 8, 2019
Palmetto Goodwill is celebrating Goodwill Industries Week with a number of announcements that highlight its mission impact throughout the eighteen counties it serves. First, Palmetto Goodwill officially announced the opening…
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American Heart Association celebrates Charleston Go Red For Women Luncheon
May 8, 2019
The American Heart Association will welcome more than 200 women at the 7th Annual Charleston Go Red for Women Luncheon on Thursday, May 23rd at Hotel Bennett in downtown Charleston.…
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Sistercare honors two survivors of domestic violence at annual Woman of the Year Celebration
May 8, 2019
Reverend Dr. Sonya Lewis and Stella TLV were the honorees at Sistercare’s annual Woman of the Year Celebration on Thursday, May 2nd, 2019. The Women of the Year event recognizes…
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The Charleston Forum welcomes four new faces to Board of Directors
May 8, 2019
The Charleston Forum warmly welcomes four new members to its Board of Directors. The new board members are local powerhouses; all engaged Lowcountry residents with the leadership skills to facilitate…
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Food Lion, the Lowcountry Food Bank and the National Association of Letter Carriers kick off the “Stamp Out Hunger” Food Drive
May 7, 2019
All households encouraged to leave shelf-stable food in mailboxes on Saturday, May 11, for distribution to those who struggle with hunger The 27th annual National Association of Letter Carriers Stamp Out…
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