National GRACE Foundation awarded $47,000 grant to grow its Pediatric Cancer Survivor College Access and Success Initiative across South Carolina
November 5, 2026
The National GRACE Foundation (NGF), an all-volunteer nonprofit based in Rhode Island, has been awarded a $47,000 grant from SC Student Loan Corporation through its philanthropy, Power:Ed, to bring NGF’s…
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Midlands Technical College breaks ground on outdoor welding lab to expand skilled trades training
October 30, 2026
On Oct. 29, 2026, Midlands Technical College (MTC) broke ground on an outdoor welding lab, funded in part by a $1.1 million grant from Truist Foundation. The facility, located on…
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Midlands Technical College Foundation’s 2026 Golf Classic raises more than $150,000 for scholarships
October 19, 2026
The Midlands Technical College (MTC) Foundation raised over $150,000 at the sixth-annual MTC Golf Classic on October 14, 2026, at the Cobblestone Golf Club in Blythewood, SC. Over the past…
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SC250 provides research funding for online travel guide
October 14, 2026
The $60,000 grant helps pay for Phase I of CadenceSC.org, the rhythm and legacy of Black South Carolinians of the Revolutionary War The WeGOJA Foundation has received a $60,000 grant…
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South Carolina’s Tall Ship set to sail into the 37th Annual Georgetown Wooden Boat Show
October 12, 2026
Georgetown’s historic waterfront is preparing to welcome a distinguished guest this autumn. The Spirit of South Carolina, South Carolina’s beloved 140-foot traditional tall ship, will dock along Georgetown’s Harborwalk as…
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Dr. Fred Carter, Francis Marion University president, to receive 2026 Global Vision Award
October 7, 2026
The Columbia World Affairs Council announced Dr. Fred Carter, president of Francis Marion University, as the 2026 Global Vision Award recipient. He will be honored at a black-tie gala on…
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Morris College receives $75,000 grant from SC Student Loan to launch four-year career preparation model for its students
October 4, 2026
Morris College has been awarded a $75,000 grant from SC Student Loan Corporation through its philanthropic arm, Power:Ed, to launch Morris College’s career readiness program offering a structured career pathway…
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Lander Alumna, Trustee Linda Dolny-Lister makes transformational gift to name residence hall, fund scholarships
September 26, 2026
A legacy of generosity and service at Lander University will soon be reflected in a new name on one of the campus’s largest buildings — and in new opportunities for…
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ReGenesis Health Care awarded more than $2.4 million in grants to expand access to care
September 20, 2026
ReGenesis Health Care has been awarded more than $2.4 million in grant funding to expand access to care, strengthen health care infrastructure, enhance community-based services and increase treatment opportunities for…
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The Free Medical Clinic expands behavioral health access through statewide collaborative care partnership
September 17, 2026
The Leon Levine Foundation, The Free Medical Clinic, South Carolina Free Clinic Association, and MUSC are working together to integrate behavioral health services into primary care The Free Medical Clinic…
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Able SC receives $80,000 grant from Power:Ed to support transition skills for rural SC youth with disabilities
September 16, 2026
Able South Carolina(opens in new tab) (Able SC), has been awarded an $80,000 grant from SC Student Loan(opens in new tab) Corporation through its philanthropy, Power:Ed(opens in new tab), to…
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SC Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics Foundation awarded $50,000 grant to expand statewide STEM programs for Third Consecutive Year
September 8, 2026
The SC Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics Foundation (GSSMF) has been awarded a $50,000 grant from South Carolina Student Loan Corporation (SCSLC), through its philanthropic arm, Power:Ed. This marks…
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Huntington Disease Society of American announces South Carolina Education Day set for October 10th in West Columbia
September 7, 2026
The South Carolina Chapter of the Huntington’s Disease Society of America(opens in new tab) (HDSA) will hold its annual Education Day on Saturday, October 10, 2026, offering a vital day…
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Help clear South Carolina’s waterways: A call for visionary donors
September 7, 2026
South Carolina’s coastal waters and pristine marshlands face a critical challenge: accumulating marine debris and heavy wreckage that threaten local ecosystems and wildlife. While community volunteer efforts make a meaningful…
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Mark your calendars for maritime fun as community preps for 37th Annual Wooden Boat Show
September 7, 2026
As the calendar flips to September, the hope for cooler temperatures and continued outdoor fun prevails in our historic port city. It’s also a reminder that Georgetown’s premier event, the…
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Clarendon County nonprofit receives $30,000 grant from Power:Ed to support virtual reality career exploration for youth and adults
September 3, 2026
BRAVO Education Foundation of Clarendon County (BRAVO), has been awarded a $30,000 grant from SC Student Loan Corporation through its philanthropy, Power:Ed, to launch “Empowering Clarendon”, a program that integrates…
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South Carolina nonprofits rank as state’s 5th-largest employment sector, new report finds
August 12, 2026
2026 South Carolina State of the Nonprofit Sector Report finds nonprofits employ nearly 195,000 South Carolinians, account for 8.1% of statewide employment and generate more than $34 billion in annual…
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Miss South Carolina’s Teen launches national youth volunteer initiative
August 12, 2026
Miss South Carolina’s Teen 2026 Logan Wells is celebrating the launch of The Serve Spot by Fresh Friends, a national online database designed to connect students with volunteer opportunities, as…
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Communities In Schools of South Carolina announces new Board to advance student success statewide
July 29, 2026
Communities In Schools of South Carolina (CISSC), the state’s leading nonprofit dedicated to surrounding students with the relationships and resources they need to succeed in school and in life, has…
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United Way of the Midlands receives $100,000 grant from First Citizens Bank
July 23, 2026
First Citizens Bank awarded United Way of the Midlands $100,000 to increase multi-generational economic stability and mobility through its Young Men United initiative and Whole Family Strategy. This latest grant…
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Central Carolina Community Foundation welcomes six additional leaders to Board of Trustees
July 22, 2026
Central Carolina Community Foundation welcomes six new members to its Board of Trustees for Fiscal Year 2027. Representing education, business, healthcare, finance, and philanthropy, these respected community leaders will help…
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Empowered To Win Global Golf Tournament unites local leaders to empower youth and build tomorrow’s workforce
July 22, 2026
Building winning leaders: Statewide golf tournament aims to expand career readiness, character development, and educational opportunities for students. Empowered To Win Global invites the community to step onto the green…
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Prisma Health donates $7,500 to Midlands Technical College Foundation to support Maverick Market
July 22, 2026
Prisma Health presented the Midlands Technical College Foundation with a $7,500 donation to benefit the college’s Maverick Market, a free on-campus resource that provides food items and other essentials to…
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Anne Perrin Flynn awarded South Carolina’s highest civilian honor with the Order of the Palmetto
July 22, 2026Anne Flynn, chair of the Noble Tree Foundation and immediate past-chair of the Spartanburg County Commission for Higher Education (USC Upstate), has been awarded the Order of the Palmetto, South…
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Anchor Impact Fund opens second grant cycle to support families and communities across the Midlands
July 20, 2026
Anchor Investment Management, LLC, a comprehensive wealth management firm based in Columbia, South Carolina, is now accepting applications for the second grant cycle of the Anchor Impact Fund, a charitable…
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Central Carolina Community Foundation surpasses $1 million invested in flexible funding for Midlands nonprofits
July 15, 2026
Central Carolina Community Foundation has surpassed $1 million invested through its General Operating Support grant program, marking a significant milestone in its commitment to strengthening nonprofit organizations across the Midlands.…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Nancy Parr, Westinghouse’s Columbia Fuel Fabrication Facility
July 9, 2026
The Who’s on the Move Entrepreneur Minute is an interview series exploring how South Carolina businesses and organizations are innovating to stay competitive in a rapidly changing world. Each episode…
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“The Eagle Has Landed”: Public invited to view new bald eagle sculpture at Boyd Island
July 5, 2026
The Sanctuary at Boyd Island received a new permanent resident in June 2026. Just in time for the 250th birthday of the United States, an incredible sculpture of a bald…
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Central Carolina Community Foundation’s Erin Johnson promoted to Chief Community Impact Officer
June 30, 2026
Central Carolina Community Foundation announced the promotion of Erin Johnson to Chief Community Impact Officer. Over nearly a decade at the Foundation, Johnson has helped shape the organization’s approach to…
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CMA board of trustees adds four new members
June 26, 2026Talented local leaders bring their skills to the museum The Columbia Museum of Art announces Sally H. Caver, Mary Anne Fitzpatrick, Toby Goodlett, and Terry K. Schmoyer as the four…
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G3 Engineering & Surveying announces inaugural scholarship recipients
June 16, 2026
G3 Engineering & Surveying announced the first recipients of the G3 Engineering & Surveying Scholarship for the 2026-2027 academic year. Established in celebration of G3’s 15th Anniversary, this annual scholarship…
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Three Midlands nonprofits receive funding through Anchor Investment Management’s new community giving initiative
June 11, 2026As Anchor Investment Management, LLC celebrates 25 years of helping individuals and families build strong financial futures, the Columbia-based wealth management firm is investing in another kind of future: the…
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One SC Fund reopens to support long-term Hurricane Helene recovery
June 8, 2026
Central Carolina Community Foundation seeks to match new $300,000 disaster recovery grant As hurricane season begins, Central Carolina Community Foundation is reopening the One SC Fund: Hurricane Helene for donations…
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Francis Marion University Education Foundation receives $32,500 grant from Power:Ed to help SC students retain their merit scholarships
May 26, 2026
The Francis Marion University Education Foundation has been awarded a $32,500 grant from Power:Ed, the philanthropy of SC Student Loan Corporation, to support the expansion of FMU’s Summer Success program…
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Central Carolina Community Foundation launches resident survey to inform regional community assessment
May 18, 2026
Central Carolina Community Foundation has launched a region-wide survey to hear directly from Midlands residents about the issues, opportunities, and challenges shaping their communities. The survey is part of a…
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Central Carolina Community Foundation
April 21, 2026
Central Carolina Community Foundation is a nonprofit organization that connects and mobilizes people and resources to strengthen our community.
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Palmetto Citizens Foundation launches Teacher Grant Program to support local classrooms
April 20, 2026
Nearly 90 years after being founded by teachers, Palmetto Citizens Federal Credit Union is giving back to the classroom in a meaningful new way. The Palmetto Citizens Foundation, which was…
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SC State Foundation receives $50,000 grant for scholarships from Power:Ed
April 13, 2026
Power:Ed, the philanthropic arm of South Carolina Student Loan Corporation (SCSLC), has awarded the South Carolina State University Foundation a $50,000 grant to provide scholarships to 35 deserving SC State…
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Orangeburg Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. donates $2,500 to Edisto Habitat for Humanity
April 8, 2026Edisto Habitat for Humanity accepted a $2,500 donation from the Orangeburg Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. during their 2026 Day of Service, held in honor of Past…
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Early giving for Midlands Gives starts now: Make an impact for local nonprofits today
April 3, 2026
The spirit of community and generosity is building across the Midlands. Early giving for Midlands Gives Day, an impactful initiative of Central Carolina Community Foundation, starts April 1 and continues…
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South Carolina Water Utilities employees support local home repair initiative
March 30, 2026
Volunteer Project in the Midlands Strengthens Community Safety and Access A team of South Carolina Water Utilities (SCWU) employees recently volunteered during a two-day community service project in partnership with…
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Local CEO and former education superintendent to lead 2026 Midlands Heart Walk and citywide push for CPR readiness
March 12, 2026Davis joins the American Heart Association, Midlands, in engaging companies in the Midlands to create a community of lifesavers According to the American Heart Association, 9 in 10 people who…
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University of South Carolina Dance Marathon raises more than $765,000 for Prisma Health Children’s Hospital—Midlands
March 3, 2026Students culminate a year of fundraising to Build Brighter Days for Midlands families University of South Carolina Dance Marathon (USCDM) celebrated the impact of the student-led movement for children’s health at…
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Final Call for Prince George’s Annual Tour: Secure your passage through history before March 13
March 2, 2026
Time is running out to claim your spot for one of the South Carolina’s most storied traditions. The Prince George Winyah Church Women are preparing for the 79th Annual Tour…
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Town of Irmo helps launch fundraising campaign for Crossbuck Play Space at Rawls Creek Park
February 23, 2026
The Town of Irmo is proud to announce the launch of a community-wide fundraising campaign to support the development of Crossbuck Play Space at Rawls Creek Park, an All-Inclusive Play…
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South Carolina Pediatric Alliance sponsors the 2026 Carolina Sunshine Wishing Well Gala to bring joy and hope to children facing life-threatening illnesses
February 23, 2026
The South Carolina Pediatric Alliance (SCPA) announced its role as a sponsor of the 2026 Wishing Well Gala, hosted by Carolina Sunshine for Children in an Evening of Hope, Heart,…
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Sight Savers America receives $80,000 grant from Power:Ed to provide high-tech vision aids to SC youth with severe visual impairment and blindness
February 19, 2026
Sight Savers America has been awarded a second $80,000 grant from Power:Ed, the philanthropy of SC Student Loan Corporation, to assist 30 middle and high school-age youth in SC living…
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Lander’s Give Day sets new fundraising record, surpassing $108,000
February 18, 2026
Lander University’s annual Give Day set a new milestone, raising more than $108,000 and marking the most successful Give Day in the University’s history. The record-breaking total reflects strong participation…
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SC Digital Resource Alliance (SCDRA) announces statewide expansion and new executive committee
February 18, 2026
More South Carolinians will soon gain access to affordable broadband, devices, and digital skills training as the SC Digital Resource Alliance (SCDRA), led by backbone agency Palmetto Goodwill, expands its…
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Rural non-profit, DIG receives $55,000 grant from Power:Ed to support more youth in STEMM skills and career discovery
February 17, 2026
Pictured L to R: SCSLC President & CEO Trey Simon, Power:Ed Executive Director Claire Gibbons, SCSLC Marketing & Outreach Director Destra Capers, and DIG CEO Steven Brown. BARNWELL, SC –…
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