Arts, historic preservation & philanthropy committee meeting agenda
October 21, 2025
The Arts, Historic Preservation & Philanthropy Committee will conduct a meeting on Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. at City Hall (Mayor’s Conference Room), 1737 Main Street, Second Floor,…
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City of Columbia Homeless Services and Parks and Recreation partner to host Stuff-A-Van in honor of World Homeless Day
October 9, 2025
On Friday, October 10, 2025, the City of Columbia Homeless Services Division in partnership with City of Columbia Parks and Recreation, invites the community to come together at Martin Luther…
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Blood Cancer United announces Heartsong Hospice as presenting sponsor for 2025 Light The Night Columbia event
October 2, 2025
New Name, Same Mission: Light The Night is the first event to launch under The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s New Name – Blood Cancer United The Midlands Region of The…
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The Hootie & the Blowfish Foundation awards $120,000 to four organizations
September 30, 2025
This year, the Hootie & the Blowfish Foundation has awarded $120,000 ($30,000 each) to four organizations that develop future teachers and foster literacy among students, nurture life skills in youth,…
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Central Midlands Development Corporation awarded $25,000 grant from Power:Ed to support workforce development
September 17, 2025
CMDC, the foundation arm of the Central Midlands Council of Governments, has been awarded a $25,000 grant from Power:Ed, the philanthropy of SC Student Loan Corporation, to enhance workforce services,…
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Youth Justice Action Month
September 16, 2025The City of Columbia Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement invites the community for Youth Justice Action Month (YJAM 2025), a dynamic event uplifting young voices and promoting community-driven solutions.…
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City of Columbia partners with Sistercare for third annual Toiletry Drive
September 11, 2025The City of Columbia is collaborating with Sistercare for the third annual toiletry drive. Sistercare is a nonprofit organization that helps victims and families recover from domestic violence. Please consider donating…
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Richland Library recognized as a 2025 Library of Congress Literacy Awards Honoree
September 11, 2025
Richland Library announced that its Education Studio has been named one of the 2025 Library of Congress Literacy Awards honorees. The recognition was announced on International Literacy Day, September 8,…
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State Agencies encourage nominations for S.C. Environmental Awareness Award
September 11, 2025
The South Carolina Department of Environmental Services (SCDES) and fellow state agencies are seeking nominations for an award to recognize individuals who do extraordinary work advocating for our state’s natural…
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Past Rotary International Vice President awarded the Order of the Palmetto
August 25, 2025
Dr. Anne L. Matthews, a distinguished educator, published author, accreditation commissioner, and public speaker, has been awarded the Order of the Palmetto, South Carolina’s highest civilian honor, by Governor Henry…
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SEC football legend Marcus Lattimore to headline unforgettable Stars So Bright celebration
August 21, 2025
Homeless No More announced Marcus Lattimore, beloved SEC football icon and author of the bold new memoir Scream My Name, will headline the 2025 Stars So Bright celebration—an evening dedicated…
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The Big Red Barn Retreat announces Fall Jam Headliner, Rodney Atkins
August 4, 2025
The Township Auditorium, Presented by Dominion Energy on November 8, 2025 The Big Red Barn Retreat (BRBR) announced this year’s Fall Jam will feature country music artist, Rodney Atkins. The…
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Kay Yow Cancer Fund welcomes four new board members
July 8, 2025The Kay Yow Cancer Fund announces the appointment of four dynamic new members to its Board of Directors: Amber Cox, Heather Smith, Jasmine Thomas, and Coquese Washington. These trailblazing women…
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The David & Nicole Tepper Foundation announces over $10 million commitment to all Carolinas food banks
June 26, 2025
This commitment includes special, one-time grants to each of the 10 food banks serving North and South Carolina, as well as increased annual gifts to each food bank in early 2026 The…
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SC Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics Foundation receives $50,000 grant to expand STEM programs across SC
June 19, 2025
The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics Foundation (GSSMF) has received a $50,000 grant from Power:Ed, the philanthropy of SC Student Loan Corporation. Funding will provide greater accessibility…
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Miss South Carolina Scholarship Organization announces 2025 judges’ panels
June 17, 2025
The Miss South Carolina Scholarship Organization has announced the panelists tasked with selecting the next Miss South Carolina and Miss South Carolina’s Teen. The 2025 competition, taking place in Columbia…
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Heather Smith nominated to serve on the national board of the Kay Yow Cancer Fund
June 12, 2025The Kay Yow Cancer Fund, which is the leading non-profit organization focused on pioneering approaches to fight all cancers that impact women, announced the appointment of Heather F. Smith to…
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Impact Justice receives $97,000 grant from Power:Ed to support SC prison system’s first vertical farm job training program at Camille Graham
June 9, 2025
National nonprofit organization Impact Justice (IJ) was awarded a $97,000 grant from Power:Ed, the philanthropy of SC Student Loan Corporation, to support Growing Justice, a pilot program in partnership with…
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AnMed Foundation receives $52,000 grant from Power:Ed to strengthen and diversify medical workforce talent
May 28, 2025
The AnMed Foundation has been awarded a $52,000 grant from Power:Ed, the philanthropy of SC Student Loan Corporation, to support the Upstate’s Pre-Med Bootcamp program. Twenty-four college upper classmen recently…
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Lexington One Educational Foundation awards 2025 Administrator of the Year Award to Albert Robertson
May 22, 2025
On Tuesday, May 20, 2025, the Lexington One Educational Foundation presented its 2025 Joseph M. Bedenbaugh Administrator of the Year Award to Mr. Albert Hamilton Robertson at the Lexington County…
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Heather Smith joins The Big Red Barn Retreat Board to support our Heroes in the Carolinas and beyond
May 22, 2025
The Big Red Barn Retreat (BRBR), an organization dedicated to supporting veterans, active-duty military, and first responders, is proud to announce the appointment of Heather F. Smith to its board…
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Industrial Maintenance Residency Program at McLeod Health expands with $50,000 Power:Ed Grant
May 20, 2025During their orientation session, McLeod Health and Harbor Freight Fellows Initiative welcomed the Class of 2025 for the McLeod Industrial Maintenance Residency Program. Last year, the inaugural program had 11…
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The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society of the Midlands announces Jack Godbold as the 2025 Visionary of the Year
May 12, 2025
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) of the Midlands announced Jack Godbold as the 2025 Visionary of the Year. Jack and his team, Team Amal, were able to collectively raise…
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Francis Marion University Education Foundation receives $100,000 grant from Power:Ed to help SC students retain their merit scholarships
May 7, 2025
Francis Marion University Education Foundation (FMUEF), has been awarded a $100,000 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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Educational Foundation awards $15,672 in Innovation Grants for K-8 schools for 2025-2026 school year
April 22, 2025
The Lexington One Educational Foundation Board of Directors recently awarded a total of $15,672.74 in Innovation Grants for K-8 Schools to four schools in Lexington County School District One. These…
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Sistercare’s Camp True North Teen Day Camp
April 21, 2025
Teaching Teens About Healthy Relationships Sistercare and The Junior League of Columbia are partnering to host Camp True North, a FREE, one-day educational camp for teens. Located at the beautiful…
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Abacus Planning Group Advisor, Ann Beckwith, appointed to the Board of Directors for Sistercare
April 8, 2025
Abacus Planning Group proudly announces the appointment of Ann Beckwith, CFP® to the board of directors of Sistercare. Sistercare’s philosophy is to empower survivors of domestic violence and their children…
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Sistercare x Jamie Scott Fitness EmpoweRun 5k on Saturday, April 5
April 7, 2025
Sistercare’s 3rd Annual EmpoweRun 5k Walk and Run Sistercare and Jamie Scott Fitness are joining together to host the 3rd annual EmpoweRun 5k walk and run to benefit Sistercare’s ongoing…
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Power: Ed awards $95,000 grant to A Father’s Place to prepare young men for fatherhood and life
March 26, 2025
A Father’s Place (AFP), has been awarded a $95,000 grant from Power:Ed, the philanthropy of SC Student Loan Corporation, to support AFP’s Reality Check Program, which actively engaging both current…
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The NY Cat & Dog Film Festivals bring heartwarming pet stories to The Nick
March 13, 2025
Get ready for a purr-fectly delightful and tail-waggingly fun day at The Nickelodeon Theater on April 12, as we welcome The NY Cat Film Festival and The NY Dog Film…
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Carolina Gas Transmission donates $14,750 to Lexington One Educational Foundation to support new LTC Program
January 31, 2025
Carolina Gas Transmission Donates $14,750 to Lexington One Educational Foundation to Support New LTC Program Carolina Gas Transmission recently presented a generous gift of $14,750 to the Lexington One Educational…
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University of South Carolina Dance Marathon
January 23, 2025
University of South Carolina Students Stand Together to Make Endless Miracles University of South Carolina Dance Marathon celebrates a yearlong fundraising initiative on Feb. 22, revealing the number of miracles…
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Junior Achievement of Greater South Carolina receives $25,000 Power:Ed grant to sustain its career exploration program for SC students
December 12, 2024Junior Achievement of Greater South Carolina, a nonprofit dedicated to inspiring and preparing young people to succeed in a global economy, has been awarded a $25,000 grant from Power:Ed, the…
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Richland Library awarded Power:Ed grant to support Career Online High School students
December 8, 2024
Richland Library is the recipient of a $30,000 grant from Power:Ed, the philanthropy of SC Student Loan Corporation. This gift marks the fourth round of funding from Power:Ed and will…
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Local Greenville pacemaker Betty Farr to participate in Holiday Fair & Kringle Village event
November 22, 2024
Holiday Fair & Kringle Village, a uniquely elevated holiday experience created by the partnership of Greenville Convention Center’s Annual Holiday Fair and Rotary Club of Greenville’s Kringle Holiday Village, announced…
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Cypress Adventures awarded a $59,000 grant from Power:Ed to expand its afterschool youth leadership program
November 21, 2024
Cypress Adventures, Inc. has been awarded a $59,000 grant from Power:Ed, the philanthropy of SC Student Loan Corporation, to help meet the demand to expand its successful youth leadership program…
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First Citizens Bank donates $10,000 to support South Carolina Independent Colleges’ Student Lifeline Grant Program
November 4, 2024
South Carolina Independent Colleges and Universities (SCICU) announced a generous gift from First Citizens Bank in the amount of $10,000. This contribution will go toward SCICU’s Student Lifeline Grant Program,…
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Over 237 wishes granted: Make-A-Wish® South Carolina reflects on a year of hope and milestones
October 22, 2024
Record-breaking fundraising efforts and heartwarming stories highlight another successful year of granting life-changing wishes to children with critical illnesses. As we close the books on our fiscal year, Make-A-Wish® South Carolina…
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South Carolina Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities Foundation earns a Four-Star Rating from Charity Navigator
October 21, 2024
The South Carolina Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities Foundation announced it has received a Four-Star Rating from Charity Navigator for its strong financial health, accountability, and transparency. This…
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Helping Hands of Georgetown receives $100,000 grant from Power:Ed to support more students in its Youth Empowerment Program over the next two years
October 10, 2024
Helping Hands of Georgetown County, has been awarded a $100,000 two-year grant from Power:Ed, the philanthropy of SC Student Loan Corporation, to support expanding HHG’s Youth Empowerment Program, (YEP) in…
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Rural non-profit, Trent Hill Center receives $59,000 grant from Power:Ed to help youth aging out of foster care with independent living skills and building future pathways
October 10, 2024
Trent Hill Center for Children & Families (Trent Hill Center), has been awarded a $59,000 grant from Power:Ed, the philanthropy of SC Student Loan Corporation, to support its Independent Living…
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Hurricane Helene disaster relief effort underway in the Midlands
October 4, 2024
Drop off donations at Jack Oliver’s Pool, Spa and Patio at 3303 Forest Drive, weekdays 10 a.m until 6 p.m and Saturdays 9 a.m to 5 p.m. In the wake…
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Sight Savers America receives $80,000 grant from Power:Ed to provide high-tech vision aids to SC children with severe visual impairment and blindness
September 30, 2024
SSA Chief Program Officer Jennifer Haddox, Power:Ed Executive Director Claire Gibbons, and SC students receiving vision aids Sight Savers America has been awarded an $80,000 grant from Power:Ed, the philanthropy…
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Lexington One Educational Foundation’s 2024 Fore the Foundation Grand Golf Tournament
September 25, 2024
The Lexington County School District One Educational Foundation will hold its Fore the Foundation Grand Golf Tournament on Thursday, October 24, 2024, at Golden Hills Golf and Country Club. The…
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Wells Fargo Foundation grants $200,000 to Hope For The Warriors to benefit programs supporting veterans in South Carolina
August 27, 2024The Wells Fargo Foundation recently awarded Hope For The Warriors (HOPE), a national nonprofit dedicated to restoring a foundation of stability, strength and community for post-9/11 military families, a…
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Power:Ed awards $50,000 in scholarship support to SC State University students
August 26, 2024South Carolina State University Foundation has been awarded a $50,000 grant from Power:Ed, the philanthropy of South Carolina Student Loan Corporation (SCSLC), to provide scholarships to 17 deserving SCSU students…
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The Hootie & the Blowfish Foundation awards $180,000 to six South Carolina organizations
August 15, 2024
More than $4.1 million in grants awarded since Foundation’s inception Each year, the band donates to different organizations that align with the priority areas that the band selects for the…
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The Village Group receives $40,000 grant from Power:Ed for Plantersville Summer Academy to curb summer learning loss and boost social-emotional support for rural African American youth
July 23, 2024
Power:Ed Executive Director Claire Gibbons presents grant award to The Village Group Executive Director Ray C. Funnye (far left), board members, and Plantersville Summer Academy educators and students. The Village…
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Trident United Way’s Women United recognizes Tri-County Leaders in philanthropy
July 3, 2024
Nearly 200 members of Trident United Way Women United and their guests gathered at Trident Technical College to honor four local leaders in philanthropy at the 2024 Women United Awards…
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Steel Hands Brewing kicks off & gives back at Nashville Nights summer concert series
June 4, 2024
Steel Hands Brewing kicks off its fourth annual Nashville Nights concert series, presented by Jim Hudson Audi of Columbia, this Friday, June 7th 2024 from 6-9pm! Nashville Nights features talented…
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