BI-LO Raises over $100,000 for the American Heart Association
October 29, 2014
COLUMBIA, SC – On October 29, the American Heart Association proudly recognized BI-LO for contributing over $100,000 cumulatively in the Midlands since 2011. The funds were raised through the company’s…
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New Program Coordinator to Lead Women in Philanthropy
October 15, 2014Paula Thayer named program coordinator for Women in Philanthropy in the Midlands COLUMBIA, SC – Women in Philanthropy, an organization dedicated to improving the lives of women and children…
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The Caine Companies raise over $49,000 for United Way, Surpassing Company Goal
October 6, 2014GREENVILLE, SC – The Caine Companies raised $49,026.10 for the 2014 United Way of Greenville County Campaign. With 75% company participation, they surpassed their goal by $12,000. “Supporting United Way…
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Community Makes Richland R.U.N.S. a Flying Success, Top Winners Take Home Prizes
October 6, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – Sunshine, smiles and friendly competition abounded Saturday morning as runners and walkers participated in a charity road race that celebrated Richland County and benefitted the United Way…
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Girl Scouts Thanks Emerald Circle Donors
September 22, 2014
SPARTANBURG, SC – Girl Scouts of South Carolina – Mountains to Midlands recognized and thanked the women of its local philanthropic group on September 16 at a reception held in…
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Mary L. Thomas Named Top Three Finalist for Council on Foundations’ Distinguished Service Award
September 5, 2014
SPARTANBURG, SC – Mary L. Thomas, chief operating officer at The Spartanburg County Foundation, is once again showing herself to be a leader who embodies excellence. Thomas was recently named…
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Healthy Organization Institute Welcomes Applications for 2015 Class
September 4, 2014SPARTANBURG, SC – The Healthy Organization Institute (HOI) is now accepting applications for its 2015 class. The HOI, which was launched as a pilot program this year, is designed to…
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Healthy Organization Institute Welcomes Applications for 2015 Class
September 4, 2014SPARTANBURG, SC – The Healthy Organization Institute (HOI) is now accepting applications for its 2015 class. The HOI, which was launched as a pilot program this year, is designed to…
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Jim Pearce Establishes $3.4 Million Endowment
August 20, 2014GREENVILLE, SC – A $3.4 million endowment has been funded by Jim and Kit Pearce at the Community Foundation to provide perpetual support for nonprofit organizations providing food, shelter, clothing…
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Capital Rotary Volunteers at Food Bank
July 30, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – Columbia’s Capital Rotary Club members volunteered to support Harvest Hope Food Bank by packing 150 boxes of groceries for distribution to the elderly in lieu…
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Senior Resources Receives Gift from Food Lion
July 7, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – Senior Resources has received a $2,500 grant from the Food Lion Charitable Foundation to help address the issue of senior hunger. Senior Resources will use the gift to…
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8 Books About Giving For Your Summer Reading List
June 18, 2014By JoAnn Turnquist President and CEO, Central Carolina Community Foundation Although the heat of summer has descended on us, the summer season officially begins this Saturday, June 21st.…
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Columbia Businesses Clean Up Local Road
June 12, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – Employees of two Columbia businesses lined the side of Fernandina Road in Lexington County on May 30, 2014, carrying orange garbage bags full of trash. The volunteers…
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Central Carolina Community Foundation calls for Best of Philanthropy Awards Nominations
June 8, 2014
COLUMBIA, SC – Central Carolina Community Foundation, a nonprofit organization serving 11 counties in the Midlands by helping charitable individuals and businesses meet the needs of our community, is calling…
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Stephanie Jones, Supervisor of Corporate Philanthropy and Community Affairs, SCE&G
June 4, 2014MidlandsBiz Podcast Series’ mission is to support leadership in Giving Back, Diversity, Entrepreneurship, Continuous Education, the Knowledge Economy and the Arts. Thanks to our Sponsors: What role does SCE&G see itself playing in…
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The American Red Cross and Suburban Propane Encourage You to Fuel Your Community This June by Donating Blood
June 3, 2014COLUMBIA, SC — The American Red Cross and Suburban Propane are teaming up once again to help ensure the community blood supply remains strong, by encouraging donors to schedule a…
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Wine on The River
June 2, 2014WEST COLUMBIA, SC – Saturday, August 23, 2014 from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM – The Lexington Medical Center Foundation’s Women of Hope will host the annual “Wine on the River” at Stone…
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Accepting Nominations to Honor Everyday Philanthropists
May 29, 2014
Who are the philanthropists in your life – the every day, ordinary people who make a difference in our community through their life’s work? Have you ever wished there…
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Cherise Arrendale Joins Central Carolina Community Foundation as Interactive Marketing Manager
May 27, 2014
COLUMBIA, SC – Central Carolina Community Foundation has hired Cherise Arrendale as its Interactive Marketing Manager. Arrendale’s role is to ensure the Foundation’s online presence reinforces the organization’s brand and…
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Columbia Moe’s Southwest Grill Supports “Saving Eliza”
May 23, 2014Local Burrito Joint Donates $1 for Every Kids’ Meal Sold in May to Support “Cure Sanfilippo Syndrome” COLUMBIA, SC – Moe’s Southwest Grill is rallying around a great cause by donating…
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Rotary Club of Spring Valley Awards Scholarships
May 21, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – Six area Richland District Two high school seniors were awarded a $1,500 scholarship from the Rotary Club of Spring Valley at the club’s meeting on May 8.…
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Rainbow International Raises $36,000 at 4th Annual Rainbow Charity Golf Classic
May 17, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – On May 6th, Rainbow International of Columbia hosted the 4th Annual Rainbow Charity Golf Classic and Auction at Cobblestone Park Golf Course. This event benefits two young…
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Midlands Gives Unites Community
May 13, 2014By JoAnn Turnquist Columbia, SC May 16, 2014 Wow! 24-hours. 150 nonprofits. $704,932.23 raised! Behind these incredible results were inspiring stories of our community uniting to Magnify the Midlands. Thank you! We were…
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Greenville Women Giving awards $81.3K grant to GCM
May 12, 2014GREER, SC – Greenville Women Giving awarded an $81.3K grant to Greer Community Ministries (GCM) at their annual meeting held on May 7 at the Gunter Theatre in Greenville. This…
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$500,000 Awarded at Greenville Women Giving’s 8th Annual Meeting
May 12, 2014GREENVILLE, SC – Greenville Women Giving, a local women’s philanthropic organization, presented grants totaling $500,255 to selected community non-profit organizations at its eighth annual meeting on May 7, putting its…
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Midlands Gives Day Raises $704,932.23 for Area Nonprofit Organizations
May 7, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – May 7, 2014 – The first Midlands Gives Day, held on Tuesday, May 6, raised $704,932.23 for 150 nonprofits in nine counties across the Midlands of South Carolina. Presented…
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Columbia Capital Rotary Club Member Honored for Foundation Giving
May 1, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – May 1, 2014 – Rotary District 7770 Governor Lou Mello (right) congratulates David Boucher of Columbia’s Capital Rotary Club as a new Major Donor for the service…
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Barbara & Roger Blau to Receive Fundraising Award
November 18, 2013COLUMBIA, SC – November 18, 2013 – DP Professionals is pleased to announce that Barbara and Roger Blau have been selected for the Outstanding Volunteer Fundraiser Award by the SC…
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OnPoint Home Run Challenge Donates $1,000 to Mauldin Miracle League
November 5, 2013Charitable Initiative Benefits Players from One Field to Another by Turning Home Runs into Donations GREENVILLE, SC – November 5, 2013 – OnPoint CFO & Controller Services recently presented a…
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The 18th Annual South Carolina Oyster Festival, Sunday, November 24, 2013
November 1, 2013COLUMBIA, SC – November 24, 2013 – The capital city’s largest outdoor oyster roast is back. The 18th Annual South Carolina Oyster Festival, presented by Liquid Assets and the Historic…
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Colonial Life Funds Palmetto Place Program
June 21, 2013Palmetto Place Children’s Shelter announced funding from Colonial Life for its Teen Life Skills program. The Shelter has received $2,500 to assist in teaching teens independent living skills, including grocery…
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Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina President Receives Leadership Award
March 14, 2013COLUMBIA, SC – March 2, 2013 – Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina President Tom Keith, was awarded the Otis A. Corbitt Leadership and Community Service Award at the…
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Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina announces release of a Research Brief about Latino immigrant families in South Carolina
March 14, 2013COLUMBIA, SC – March 14, 2013 – The Sisters of Charity Foundation is announcing the release of a Research Brief about Latino immigrant families in South Carolina. Statistics show that…
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Celebrating Abilities in South Carolina from the Mountains to the Beaches Annual Gala
February 14, 2013COLUMBIA, SC – April 26, 2013 – Since 1977 Protection and Advocacy for People with Disabilities, Inc. (P&A) has advocated for the rights of people with disabilities to live and…
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Mardi Gras Celebration to Benefit The Animal Mission
January 25, 2013COLUMBIA, SC – February 9, 2012 – Columbia’s first Mardi Gras krewe, Krewe de Columbi-Ya-Ya, announces plans for its third annual parade and celebration, which will take place on Saturday,…
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Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina Awards $65,000 in Grants
November 16, 2012COLUMBIA, SC – November 16, 2012 – The Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina has awarded 24 Caritas grants, totaling $65,000, to nonprofit and faith-based organizations meeting the basic…
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The Animal Mission’s Party Animals Present The Comedy Zone featuring Grandma Lee
November 5, 2012WHAT: The Animal Mission will benefit from a comedy show featuring Grandma Lee, a nationally known comedian. All proceeds will benefit The Animal Mission’s spay and neuter voucher program, which…
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Columbia Free Medical Clinic Receives $10,000 from Providence Hospitals and Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina
October 26, 2012COLUMBIA, SC – October 26, 2012 – Providence Hospitals and the Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina have awarded $10,000 to The Free Medical Clinic of Columbia. Primarily serving…
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The Humane Society Offers More Free Spay and Neuter Surgeries to Pet Owners in Lexington County ZIP Codes
September 17, 2012COLUMBIA, SC – September 17, 2012 – The Humane Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, which strives to end overpopulation by offering low-cost spay and neuter surgeries, will offer…
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The Animal Mission Names Emile DeFelice to Board of Directors
August 19, 2012COLUMBIA, SC – August 20, 2012 – The Animal Mission, the non-profit that promotes pet adoptions, enhances conditions for shelter pets, and positively impacts the shelter population through distribution of…
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