Central Carolina Community Foundation accepting nominations for 7th Annual Best of Philanthropy Awards
June 2, 2016Central Carolina Community Foundation, the Midlands’ expert on philanthropy, is seeking nominations for the 7th Annual Best of Philanthropy Awards. The Best of Philanthropy Awards honor ordinary people in the…
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Central Carolina Community Foundation accepting nominations for 7th Annual Best of Philanthropy Awards
June 2, 2016Central Carolina Community Foundation, the Midlands’ expert on philanthropy, is seeking nominations for the 7th Annual Best of Philanthropy Awards. The Best of Philanthropy Awards honor ordinary people in the…
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Greenville Women Giving to award more than $575,000 in grants
May 17, 2016
Organization Distributes Grants in Support of Local Nonprofits Greenville Women Giving, a local women’s philanthropic organization, presented grants totaling $577,250 to 12 nonprofit organizations at its annual meeting yesterday. Committed…
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The Mike and Thelma King Foundation donation to Palmetto Place Children’s Shelter
May 13, 2016
As a tribute to their lives and wishes, The Mike and Thelma King Foundation was formed after their passing, in September 2012. The foundation was established in their honor by…
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In South Carolina Walmart provides $30 million to charitable organizations during last fiscal year
May 9, 2016Walmart Donates $1.42 Billion in FY16 to Advance Commitments to Economic Opportunity, Sustainability and Local Communities Walmart and the Walmart Foundation announced that over the last fiscal year they gave…
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In South Carolina Walmart provides $30 million to charitable organizations during last fiscal year
May 9, 2016
Walmart Donates $1.42 Billion in FY16 to Advance Commitments to Economic Opportunity, Sustainability and Local Communities Walmart and the Walmart Foundation announced that over the last fiscal year they gave…
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Turner Padget honored by Central Carolina Community Foundation for ongoing philanthropic commitment
May 4, 2016
Turner Padget was recognized by Central Carolina Community Foundation (CCCF) for its ongoing contribution to Columbia-based nonprofit organizations and philanthropic efforts. Ebony Perkins, donor relations manager of CCCF, presented Turner…
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Winthrop benefactor descendant establishes endowed scholarship for history majors
April 7, 2016
ROCK HILL, SC – John Winthrop understands the importance of examining the past to prepare and plan for the future. A descendant of Winthrop University benefactor Robert C. Winthrop, he…
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Winthrop benefactor descendant establishes endowed scholarship for history majors
April 7, 2016
ROCK HILL, SC – John Winthrop understands the importance of examining the past to prepare and plan for the future. A descendant of Winthrop University benefactor Robert C. Winthrop, he…
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Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County receives grant from Duke Energy
March 29, 2016CAMDEN, SC – The Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County (FAC) recently received an $8,000 grant from Duke Energy. Through its grants, the Duke Energy Foundation supports local non-profits who make…
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Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County receives grant from Duke Energy
March 29, 2016
CAMDEN, SC – The Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County (FAC) recently received an $8,000 grant from Duke Energy. Through its grants, the Duke Energy Foundation supports local non-profits who make…
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Diane Salane receives the 2015 Colliers International Community Service Award
March 1, 2016
Diane Salane was awarded the 2015 Colliers International Community Service Award. This award was established in 2011 to recognize Colliers’ staff for extraordinary commitment and involvement in community, industry and…
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Diane Salane receives the 2015 Colliers International Community Service Award
March 1, 2016
Diane Salane was awarded the 2015 Colliers International Community Service Award. This award was established in 2011 to recognize Colliers’ staff for extraordinary commitment and involvement in community, industry and…
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Associated Charities honors Jean Rowland’s memory with gift to the Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County
February 25, 2016Associated Charities of Kershaw County recently made a donation of $5,000 to the Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County (FAC) in memory of Jean Rowland to continue its School Arts…
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Associated Charities honors Jean Rowland’s memory with gift to the Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County
February 25, 2016Associated Charities of Kershaw County recently made a donation of $5,000 to the Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County (FAC) in memory of Jean Rowland to continue its School Arts…
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Free will planning workshops help you plan your legacy
February 15, 2016Everyone needs a will. Amazingly, only 44 percent of Americans have one*. Central Carolina Community Foundation, in partnership with local organizations and their fundholders, is hosting Will University on various…
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Free will planning workshops help you plan your legacy
February 15, 2016
Everyone needs a will. Amazingly, only 44 percent of Americans have one*. Central Carolina Community Foundation, in partnership with local organizations and their fundholders, is hosting Will University on various…
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Spartanburg County Foundation announces 2016 grant cycle
January 11, 2016
The Spartanburg County Foundation is excited to announce that in 2016 it will offer two responsive grant cycles. The Spring Cycle, now open, focuses on programmatic and general purpose grants…
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Foundation welcomes Booker as new Trustee
January 7, 2016
The Spartanburg County Foundation is pleased to announce the election of Sheryl Booker to the Board of Trustees for a term of seven years. Mrs. Booker received her Bachelor of…
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Junior League of Columbia to award Community Enrichment Grant recipients
January 6, 2016
On Thursday, January 7, 2016 the Junior League of Columbia (JLC) will be awarding 13 local nonprofits a total of $115,008 during the General Membership Meeting. The meeting begins at…
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Special tax bill includes extended help for charities
December 29, 2015On December 18, 2015, Congress passed the Protecting Americans from Tax Hikes (PATH) Act, which renews and makes permanent the Charitable IRA provision of 2006, making it easier for Americans…
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Foundation now accepting nominations for the 2016 Mary L. Thomas Award for Civic Leadership and Community Change
December 29, 2015
The Spartanburg County Foundation is accepting nominations for the Mary L. Thomas Award for Civic Leadership and Community Change. This annual award honors individuals who have worked to improve the…
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The Spartanburg County Foundation awards Just Because grants totaling $9,600
December 29, 2015
The Spartanburg County Foundation awarded $9,600 in surprise grants to five Spartanburg County nonprofit organizations today, Just Because. This act of ambush philanthropy not only provides assistance to nonprofit organizations,…
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Women in Philanthropy reaches $1 million milestone in community grants, celebrates impact at annual Leadership Breakfast
December 7, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – After 12 years of service in the Midlands, Women in Philanthropy (WIP), an affinity group of United Way of the Midlands in collaboration with Central Carolina Community…
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Early bird registration for “Midlands Gives 2016” is Monday, Nov. 30
November 30, 2015
Nonprofits That Register Early Can Win One of Four $250 Prizes The 24-hour online giving challenge presented by Central Carolina Community Foundation raised more than $1.5 million in one day…
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Early bird registration for “Midlands Gives 2016” is Monday, Nov. 30
November 29, 2015Nonprofits That Register Early Can Win One of Four $250 Prizes The 24-hour online giving challenge presented by Central Carolina Community Foundation raised more than $1.5 million in one day…
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Nexsen Pruet Selects 2015 Diversity Scholars
November 21, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Nexsen Pruet has awarded law school scholarships to three minority students who are planning careers in North and South Carolina. The 2015 NP Scholars are Christina Anderson, Tanisha…
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Nexsen Pruet Selects 2015 Diversity Scholars
November 21, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Nexsen Pruet has awarded law school scholarships to three minority students who are planning careers in North and South Carolina. The 2015 NP Scholars are Christina Anderson, Tanisha…
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Emanuel A.M.E. Church lays out plans for Moving Forward Fund
November 12, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – Many remember the tragedy that enfolded the Holy City on June 17 as nine parishioners, many of them acting in official ministerial roles, were gunned down during a…
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Lisa Cox of Spartanburg selected as Travelocity Travel for Good® voluntourism award recipient
November 3, 2015
Cox Will Travel to Portland to Participate in World Parkinson Congress SPARTANBURG, SC – Committed to making the world a better place one trip at a time, Travelocity® selected Lisa…
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Building Industry Charitable Foundation makes $10,000 donation to United Way of Sumter
November 3, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – The Building Industry Charitable Foundation made a $10,000 donation Monday to United Way of Sumter, Clarendon and Lee Counties Flood Relief Fund. The foundation made the donation…
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The Spartanburg County Foundation welcomes new communications officer
October 27, 2015
SPARTANBURG, SC – After an extensive search for a talented and energetic communications professional, The Spartanburg County Foundation is pleased to announce that Caroline Goodman will be joining the Foundation…
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Best of Philanthropy Award winners announced by Central Carolina Community Foundation and Columbia Metropolitan Magazine
October 19, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Central Carolina Community Foundation, the Midlands expert in philanthropy, and Columbia Metropolitan Magazine will recognize the recipients of the 2015 Best of Philanthropy Awards on Thursday, November 5,…
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Best of Philanthropy Award winners announced by Central Carolina Community Foundation and Columbia Metropolitan Magazine
October 19, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Central Carolina Community Foundation, the Midlands expert in philanthropy, and Columbia Metropolitan Magazine will recognize the recipients of the 2015 Best of Philanthropy Awards on Thursday, November 5,…
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Love Where You Live: A Philanthropic Partnership
October 16, 2015From JoAnn Turnquist: In the aftermath of the recent floods, the kindness of neighbors and strangers alike has been demonstrated over and over again throughout our region –…
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Uniting in Flood Relief
October 9, 2015
By JoAnn Turnquist The outpouring of support from friends and strangers in response to the flooding this week has been tremendous. Our community has truly come together in the…
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National Flood Relief Fund for S.C. Midlands organizations established by Central Carolina Community Foundation
October 7, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Deadly, record-smashing rainfall has caused massive flooding across the eleven Midlands counties served by Central Carolina Community Foundation in Columbia, S.C. In response, the Foundation has established a…
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National Flood Relief Fund for S.C. Midlands organizations established by Central Carolina Community Foundation
October 7, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Deadly, record-smashing rainfall has caused massive flooding across the eleven Midlands counties served by Central Carolina Community Foundation in Columbia, S.C. In response, the Foundation has established a…
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Central Carolina Community Foundation accepting financial donations to support flood relief efforts
October 5, 2015COLUMBIA, SC- Central Carolina Community Foundation is accepting financial donations to support organizations that are and will be responding to the needs of flood victims in the Midlands via its website…
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Publix Super Markets Charities donates $4 Million to Habitat for Humanity affiliates
September 30, 2015
LAKELAND, Fla – Publix Super Markets Charities (PSMC) announced today that it would donate $4 million to Habitat for Humanity affiliates across the Southeast. The donation will provide funding to build 40…
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Association of Fundraising Professionals announces 2015 National Philanthropy Day Winners
September 28, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – The SC Central Carolina Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) will honor the finest achievements of the philanthropic community in the Midlands at the 25th…
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Bennett Hospitality gifts $50,000 in honor of Emanuel AME Church
September 28, 2015College of Charleston scholarship open to contributions CHARLESTON, SC – Bennett Hospitality, a locally owned, full-service real estate company is pleased to announce a grant to the College of Charleston…
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Love Where You Live
September 17, 2015
From JoAnn Turnquist: It is a joy to introduce our next guest blogger in our “Love Where You Live” series. Ed Madden is the inaugural Poet Laureate for the…
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Columbia, Florence and Greenville Communities rally together to generate $77,640 for Harvest Hope Food Bank to fight hunger
September 16, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Today Walmart announces that Columbia, Florence and Greenville residents helped generate a total of $77,640.45, for Harvest Hope Food Bank to support those facing hunger in the local…
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Columbia, Florence and Greenville Communities rally together to generate $77,640 for Harvest Hope Food Bank to fight hunger
September 16, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Today Walmart announces that Columbia, Florence and Greenville residents helped generate a total of $77,640.45, for Harvest Hope Food Bank to support those facing hunger in the local…
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Nonprofit registration now open for Midlands Gives, presented by Central Carolina Community Foundation
September 15, 2015Enhanced training, expanded Corporate Philanthropy Champion program, low-cost webinars among enhancements to 24-hour online giving challenge. COLUMBIA, SC – Fresh from a thrilling second year, in which donations were doubled to…
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Nonprofit registration now open for Midlands Gives, presented by Central Carolina Community Foundation
September 15, 2015
Enhanced training, expanded Corporate Philanthropy Champion program, low-cost webinars among enhancements to 24-hour online giving challenge. COLUMBIA, SC – Fresh from a thrilling second year, in which donations were doubled to…
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Fluor Field House opens in time for football season
September 7, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – The new Fluor Field House at the SC School for the Deaf and the Blind opened this week just in time for football season. The school’s fundraising…
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Love Where You Live: Why I Go ‘Round in Circles’!
August 28, 2015
From JoAnn Turnquist: I’m delighted to introduce Dr. Benjamin Dixon, our first guest blogger in our “Love Where You Live” series. Dr. Dixon is the founder and President of COLA…
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Walmart Foundation grant provides catering van for Senior Resources’ Meals on Wheels program
August 28, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Senior Resources has received a $50,000 grant from the Walmart Foundation’s State Giving program to fund the purchase of a catering van that will be used to…
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