Cool Care Heating & Air donates new Bryant HVAC System
August 6, 2018Comfort for Heroes Program Honors a Local Columbia Family in Need with New Bryant HVAC System Cool Care Heating & Air continues in their local giving by starting a new…
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Celebrating Black Philanthropy Month 2018: For the Culture, For the Future
August 3, 2018Local young professionals to partner with Central Carolina Community Foundation to celebrate Black Philanthropy Month in the Midlands. Central Carolina Community Foundation, the Midlands’ local center for philanthropy,…
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Critical role of philanthropy in S.C. higher education
June 4, 2018By John P. Dowd III The Citadel recently celebrated a significant milestone as its six-year Foundation for Leadership campaign came to a close. Over this period, we raised a record…
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Critical role of philanthropy in S.C. higher education
June 4, 2018By John P. Dowd III The Citadel recently celebrated a significant milestone as its six-year Foundation for Leadership campaign came to a close. Over this period, we raised a record…
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Mary Lane Sloan named Woman of the Year; raises more than $74,000 for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
May 30, 2018The ART of Real Estate announced its founding partner, Mary Lane Sloan, has been named the Woman of the Year by The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s (LLS) Midlands chapter. Mary…
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Mary Lane Sloan named Woman of the Year; raises more than $74,000 for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
May 30, 2018The ART of Real Estate announced its founding partner, Mary Lane Sloan, has been named the Woman of the Year by The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s (LLS) Midlands chapter. Mary…
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Areas of Progress – May 17
May 17, 2018Areas of Progress is a weekly roundup of measurable areas of improvement and progress from around the state, especially in the areas of education, entrepreneurship, the arts, the environment, energy, agriculture, and philanthropy. Conway lights up The…
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Upstate Forever receives $1 million gift honoring Marjorie E. Schmidt
May 16, 2018Funds will be used to protect green space and natural areas in the Upstate Upstate Forever is thrilled to announce it has received a $1 million gift in honor of…
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Wells Fargo gifts corporate funds to support childhood literacy in the Midlands
May 15, 2018Wells Fargo presented United Way of the Midlands with a corporate gift of $75,000 to support local early childhood literacy efforts. “When companies like Wells Fargo invest in our children,…
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Citadel Foundation raises $250 million in historic anniversary campaign
May 15, 2018The Citadel Foundation has successfully completed the most ambitious fundraising effort in the college’s 175-year history. The six-year Foundation for Leadership campaign sought to raise $175 million to celebrate the college’s milestone anniversary.…
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Wells Fargo gifts corporate funds to support childhood literacy in the Midlands
May 15, 2018Wells Fargo presented United Way of the Midlands with a corporate gift of $75,000 to support local early childhood literacy efforts. “When companies like Wells Fargo invest in our children,…
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Precious Cargo: Collins & Lacy, P.C. calls on community to help donate items for foster children
May 2, 2018May is National Foster Care Month, and to promote awareness, Collins & Lacy, P.C. is again teaming up with the South Carolina Youth Advocate Program (SCYAP), a provider of foster…
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Precious Cargo: Collins & Lacy, P.C. calls on community to help donate items for foster children
May 2, 2018May is National Foster Care Month, and to promote awareness, Collins & Lacy, P.C. is again teaming up with the South Carolina Youth Advocate Program (SCYAP), a provider of foster…
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Women in Philanthropy hosts its 15th Annual Power of the Purse on May 3 to raise money for women and children in the Midlands
May 2, 2018United Way of the Midlands’ Women in Philanthropy hosts the 15th Annual Power of the Purse event Thursday, May 3, 5:30 p.m. at 701 Whaley to raise money to support…
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Next-door neighbor makes major investment in International African American Museum
April 23, 2018$1 Million Boost from BMW Pushes Museum Toward Goal Global automotive manufacturer BMW has invested $1 million in the forthcoming International African American Museum (IAAM). This leadership gift to the…
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Next-door neighbor makes major investment in International African American Museum
April 23, 2018$1 Million Boost from BMW Pushes Museum Toward Goal Global automotive manufacturer BMW has invested $1 million in the forthcoming International African American Museum (IAAM). This leadership gift to the…
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“#GetYourGiveOn with The Soul of Philanthropy” free event for all ages – April 29
April 20, 2018A free event for all ages, “#GetYourGiveOn with The Soul of Philanthropy” will be held on April 29, 2018 from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Richland Library Main. Kids,…
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United Way of the Midlands announces 2018 Volunteer Award recipients
April 19, 2018On Tuesday, April 17 United Way of the Midlands recognized the Midlands’ most outstanding volunteers at its 2018 Volunteer Awards celebration hosted at BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina Community Innovation…
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United Way of the Midlands announces 2018 Volunteer Award recipients
April 19, 2018On Tuesday, April 17 United Way of the Midlands recognized the Midlands’ most outstanding volunteers at its 2018 Volunteer Awards celebration hosted at BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina Community Innovation…
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Applebee’s aims to raise $145,000 for kids battling critical illnesses
April 4, 2018Apple Gold Group, a franchisee of Applebee’s Grill & Bar, is excited to kick off its annual Make-A-Wish® South Carolina fundraising campaign. The fundraiser will take place from April 1…
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Applebee’s aims to raise $145,000 for kids battling critical illnesses
April 4, 2018Apple Gold Group, a franchisee of Applebee’s Grill & Bar, is excited to kick off its annual Make-A-Wish® South Carolina fundraising campaign. The fundraiser will take place from April 1…
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Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage dance event raises $40,000 for Epworth Children’s Home
March 30, 2018. In the second annual event, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage hosted a dance competition with professional performers and sales associates affiliated with the brokerage. Proceeds, this year totaling $40,000, were…
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Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage dance event raises $40,000 for Epworth Children’s Home
March 30, 2018. In the second annual event, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage hosted a dance competition with professional performers and sales associates affiliated with the brokerage. Proceeds, this year totaling $40,000, were…
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Harvest Hope Food Bank honors co-founder and raises $147,000 at 37th Annual Gala
March 20, 2018During its 37th annual gala Friday night, Harvest Hope Food Bank raised $147,000 to continue the fight against food insecurity across South Carolina. The event, A Grand Affair, presented by SCE&G, brought together business…
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Central Carolina Community Foundation grants $335,770 to 11 Midlands charities to launch innovative projects
March 15, 2018Fourth year of Connected Communities grants fund innovative projects to advance Midlands citizens’ engagement with the community Central Carolina Community Foundation – the Midlands’ expert on philanthropy – is pleased…
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Habitat Greenville dedicates Women Build home in Simpsonville
March 15, 2018Talaya Holland walked into her new home this afternoon thanks in part to the work of 300 women volunteers from Habitat for Humanity of Greenville County. “This is a wonderful…
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Habitat Greenville dedicates Women Build home in Simpsonville
March 15, 2018Talaya Holland walked into her new home this afternoon thanks in part to the work of 300 women volunteers from Habitat for Humanity of Greenville County. “This is a wonderful…
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The Children’s Cancer Partners of the Carolinas delivers check to the Spartanburg County Foundation
March 3, 2018The Children’s Cancer Partners of the Carolinas (CCP), formerly Children’s Security Blanket, gifted $150,000 to its Agency Endowment Fund held at The Spartanburg County Foundation. These funds will be safeguarded…
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The Children’s Cancer Partners of the Carolinas delivers check to the Spartanburg County Foundation
March 3, 2018The Children’s Cancer Partners of the Carolinas (CCP), formerly Children’s Security Blanket, gifted $150,000 to its Agency Endowment Fund held at The Spartanburg County Foundation. These funds will be safeguarded…
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Mac Bennett honored as United Way Humanitarian of the Year
February 19, 2018United Way of the Midlands will recognize Mac Bennett as the 2017 Humanitarian of the Year award recipient at United Way’s annual Humanitarian of the Year Dinner and Award Ceremony…
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Mac Bennett honored as United Way Humanitarian of the Year
February 19, 2018United Way of the Midlands will recognize Mac Bennett as the 2017 Humanitarian of the Year award recipient at United Way’s annual Humanitarian of the Year Dinner and Award Ceremony…
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Foundation engages community volunteers to improve lives in Spartanburg County
February 13, 2018The Spartanburg County Foundation announced the appointment of several community volunteers to both standing and advisory committees. The Foundation has benefited greatly from the assistance of volunteers throughout its…
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Foundation engages community volunteers to improve lives in Spartanburg County
February 13, 2018The Spartanburg County Foundation announced the appointment of several community volunteers to both standing and advisory committees. The Foundation has benefited greatly from the assistance of volunteers throughout its…
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Opening celebration for Giving Back: The Soul of Philanthropy Reframed and Exhibited
February 12, 2018WHAT: Opening celebration and VIP reception for Giving Back: The Soul of Philanthropy Reframed and Exhibited, a multimedia exhibition dedicated to sharing the tradition of African-American philanthropy. After a nationwide…
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Philip Vann of Colliers International named Judith M. Davis Volunteer of the Year Award winner
February 8, 2018United Way of the Midlands is pleased to announce the recipient of the inaugural Judith M. Davis Volunteer of the Year Award, Philip Vann of Colliers International. “This award honors…
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Philip Vann of Colliers International named Judith M. Davis Volunteer of the Year Award winner
February 8, 2018United Way of the Midlands is pleased to announce the recipient of the inaugural Judith M. Davis Volunteer of the Year Award, Philip Vann of Colliers International. “This award honors…
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Dominion Energy contributes $15,000 to support Salvation Army Meals Service to the Homeless and Hungry program
January 29, 2018Dominion Energy has partnered with The Salvation Army of the Midlands to support the Meals Service to the Homeless and Hungry program through a Critical Community Needs Grant of…
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Dominion Energy contributes $15,000 to support Salvation Army Meals Service to the Homeless and Hungry program
January 29, 2018Dominion Energy has partnered with The Salvation Army of the Midlands to support the Meals Service to the Homeless and Hungry program through a Critical Community Needs Grant of…
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Statewide debut of “Giving Back: The Soul of Philanthropy” exhibition opens Feb. 10 in Columbia, S.C.
January 22, 2018Statewide debut of “Giving Back: The Soul of Philanthropy” exhibition opens Feb. 10 in Columbia, S.C. Come to see philanthropy differently: philanthropic experience and giving traditions of African Americans explored…
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Statewide debut of “Giving Back: The Soul of Philanthropy” exhibition opens Feb. 10 in Columbia, S.C.
January 22, 2018Statewide debut of “Giving Back: The Soul of Philanthropy” exhibition opens Feb. 10 in Columbia, S.C. Come to see philanthropy differently: philanthropic experience and giving traditions of African Americans explored…
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Philanthropic experience and giving traditions of African Americans explored in “Giving Back: The Soul of Philanthropy” exhibition coming to Columbia
January 19, 2018Come to see philanthropy differently; Central Carolina Community Foundation, Richland Library and Women Engaged partner on campaign and exhibition After a nationwide tour, Giving Back: The Soul of Philanthropy Reframed…
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Philanthropic experience and giving traditions of African Americans explored in “Giving Back: The Soul of Philanthropy” exhibition coming to Columbia
January 19, 2018Come to see philanthropy differently; Central Carolina Community Foundation, Richland Library and Women Engaged partner on campaign and exhibition After a nationwide tour, Giving Back: The Soul of Philanthropy Reframed…
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The Harvey Hubbell Foundation donates $25,000 to Make-A-Wish® South Carolina
January 10, 2018Make-A-Wish® South Carolina is honored to be the chosen recipient of a major gift from The Harvey Hubbell Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Greenville-based Hubbell Lighting and Columbia-based Hubbell Power…
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The Harvey Hubbell Foundation donates $25,000 to Make-A-Wish® South Carolina
January 10, 2018Make-A-Wish® South Carolina is honored to be the chosen recipient of a major gift from The Harvey Hubbell Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Greenville-based Hubbell Lighting and Columbia-based Hubbell Power…
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Dominion Energy supports Critical Community Needs by giving more than $1 million to charity
January 9, 2018Focus is on essential needs for shelter, access to health care, and food security in communities served by Dominion Energy Grants to be shared by 161 organizations in 11 states…
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Junior League of Columbia to award Community Impact Grants
January 8, 2018The Junior League of Columbia will open a Request for Proposals for Community Impact Grants on Jan. 12. A total of $150,000 will be awarded to organizations in the Greater…
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Spartanburg County Foundation welcomes McCabe as new trustee
January 7, 2018The Spartanburg County Foundation announced the election of Cathy Hoefer McCabe to the Board of Trustees for a term of seven years. Mrs. McCabe received her Bachelor of Arts Degree…
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Spartanburg County Foundation welcomes McCabe as new trustee
January 7, 2018The Spartanburg County Foundation announced the election of Cathy Hoefer McCabe to the Board of Trustees for a term of seven years. Mrs. McCabe received her Bachelor of Arts Degree…
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United Way of the Midlands gears up for the 2018 Point-in-Time count to assess homelessness in the Midlands
January 3, 2018The Midlands Area Consortium for the Homeless (MACH), led by United Way of the Midlands, will conduct the area’s annual homelessness Point-in-Time (PIT) Count January 24 – 28, 2018. The…
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Giving Back: The Soul of Philanthropy Campaign Launches in Columbia, SC: February 10 – May 6
December 22, 2017Come to see philanthropy differently www.tsopcola.org After a nationwide tour, Columbia, S.C. will serve as South Carolina’s inaugural host of Giving Back: The Soul of Philanthropy Reframed and Exhibited, a multimedia exhibition…
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