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SC UpLift Celebrates Culture at Chester’s Juneteenth Celebration
SC UpLift Community Outreach is proud to support and promote community events that celebrate culture, history, and unity. We invite residents and visitors to attend the Juneteenth Celebration in Downtown Chester on June 5, 2026, from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM. This free community event will feature live entertainment, soul line dancing, local vendors, music, and family-friendly activities that honor the significance of Juneteenth and the ongoing journey toward freedom and equality.
SC UpLift Community Outreach
Jun 21 min read


The 1st Annual East Chester Summer Breeze Festival
The 1st Annual East Chester Summer Breeze Festival, a family-friendly community event taking place on June 20th from 11:00 AM until dusk. The festival will be held at Caldwell & Lincoln Court, around the old Finley High School site. The event will feature: Live Music Food Trucks Car Show Tailgating Family Activities and Entertainment Attendees are encouraged to bring tents, grills, chairs, and enjoy a day of fellowship, food, music, and community celebration. The event is des
SC UpLift Community Outreach
Jun 21 min read


Older adults home modification program information session
SC UpLift will host informational sessions on the Older Adult Home Modification Program (OAHMP) from June 2–5, 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM. These sessions will provide valuable information about available home modifications designed to help older adults remain safe, independent, and comfortable in their homes. Community members are encouraged to attend, learn about eligibility requirements, and connect with program staff for assistance and resources.
SC UpLift Community Outreach
Jun 21 min read


SC UpLift Receives $125,000 to Support Hurricane Helene Recovery in Aiken and Edgefield Counties
SC UpLift Receives $125,000 to Support Hurricane Helene Recovery in Aiken and Edgefield Counties SC UpLift Community Outreach is honored to announce that we have received $125,000 in funding to support Hurricane Helene recovery efforts in Aiken and Edgefield Counties . This investment allows us to continue our mission of providing critical housing support to families impacted by the storm. This funding is made possible through the Hurricane Helene Community Crisis Fund at th
SC UpLift Community Outreach
Feb 232 min read


SC UpLift Receives $55,000 to Support Hurricane Helene Recovery in Rural South Carolina
SC UpLift Community Outreach is proud to announce that we have received $55,000 in funding to support Hurricane Helene recovery efforts in rural South Carolina. This critical funding will directly assist homeowners in Union and Fairfield Counties who were impacted by the storm. This initiative is funded by the One SC Fund, in partnership with Central Carolina Community Foundation , and represents a meaningful investment in helping communities rebuild stronger and safer. Sup
SC UpLift Community Outreach
Feb 232 min read


SC UpLift + Ashford Family Farms: Reviving Local Food, Honoring Legacy
The SC UpLift and Ashford Family Farms Community Garden is more than just a garden—it's a movement to restore food access, honor Black...
SC UpLift Community Outreach
Jun 13, 20252 min read


Heirs' property family wealth protection program
Myers Jackson Law Firm and SC UpLift have partnered to offer a powerful Heirs' Property Prevention Program designed to help families...
SC UpLift Community Outreach
Jun 12, 20251 min read


SC UpLift Community Outreach Receives $2 Million HUD Grant to Support Aging Adults in South Carolina
Columbia, SC – January 9, 2025 – SC UpLift Community Outreach is thrilled to announce its selection as a recipient of a $2 million grant...
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Apr 30, 20252 min read


SC UpLift Community Outreach Announces Monthly Financial Literacy Seminars
SC UpLift Community Outreach, a nonprofit organization dedicated to uplifting and improving communities in need, is proud to announce...
tammywimberly
Apr 30, 20252 min read
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