Connecting Our Community to Vibrant Social Offerings Where can people in our community meet
opportunities. These
each other? What offerings are available that
projects span throughout
allow residents to enjoy the community?
the entire year and allow
Is there a vibrant nightlife, good places
Midlands residents
to meet people and do residents care for
to experience our
one another? These are the questions our
community in a
Connected Communities grant recipients in
new way.
the “Vibrant Social Offerings” focus area are
Sometimes these projects
working to address. The Foundation’s new Connected Communities grant initiative is funding nine projects across the Midlands that knit the community together, drawing people to our community and encouraging existing residents of the Midlands to stay here. These projects all relate to three focus areas identified by the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation and Gallup as the most important elements for an attractive community, including vibrant social offerings.
This year, three recipients of the grants are working in the vibrant social offerings area and are supporting the availability of community events and arts and cultural
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are focused on bringing opportunities to where the community already spends time, instead of having the community come to them. One such opportunity is the South Carolina Philharmonic’s
the sc philharmonic’s “conduct the phil” concert allows everyone to step onto the podium. photo credit randy jones, carolina photographics
flashmob-inspired concert
expect to hear classical music, such as the
series, “Conduct the Phil,” where anyone
Irmo Okra Strut, Orangeburg’s Festival of
passing by can have a chance to step onto the
Roses, SC State Fair and more. Jason Rapp,
podium and conduct a professional orchestra.
SC Philharmonic’s Communications Director,
“’Conduct the Phil’ is a fun way for people
comments, “The Connected Communities
of all ages and backgrounds to experience
grant from the Foundation allowed us
what I am fortunate to experience every time I
to remove the cost barrier and meet the
step in front of an ensemble,” states Morihiko
community where they already are. People
Nakahara, the Philharmonic’s Music
will be able to participate in live music
Director. “If you are adventurous, feel free
together - at events they have been going to
to experiment - make the orchestra go faster,
for years.”
slower, louder, etc.” “Conduct the Phil” will bring professional
The vibrant social offering projects also allow people to engage in the arts in a new way. continued on page 4
music to places where people do not normally
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midlands by distributing grants
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and scholarships and linking the
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resources of donors, nonprofits
helping students soar | 4
and community leaders to areas of need.
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Letter from the President Deadly, record-smashing rainfall has
If you are not sure where to
caused massive flooding across the eleven
give, but you want to give
Midlands counties served by Central Carolina
locally, the Community
Community Foundation. In response, the
Foundation can help. 100%
Foundation has established a Flood Relief
of monies donated
Fund to address the pressing needs of flood
will go directly to local
victims – both short and long term. The
organizations aiding those
Foundation’s board has provided initial
in need. To donate, go to
funding of $50,000 and additional donations
www.yourfoundation.org, click on “Help SC
have been received from across the country.
Flood Relief.” Every donation we receive will
Our Foundation is also learning from other Community Foundations that have faced
help our community recover and rebuild. Thank you!
NEWS BRIEF
Israel Bonds Honor Foundation with Award
disasters including those in New Orleans,
The
Bismarck, ND and Nashville. Based on their
Foundation
experiences, we know that our community will need help for many months — perhaps years.
was honored
JoAnn Turnquist
to receive the Star of David
Knight Foundation Awards Grant For Public Space Study in Columbia Gehl Studio, together with the City of Columbia and supported by the Knight
the day-to-day accounting functions
Street, The Vista and the Riverfront, the
of the Foundation and is responsible
survey will help develop a plan to encourage
for analyzing, evaluating and
Columbia residents to interact with each other.
recommending process improvements.
The study will be led by members of Gehl
The Foundation is also pleased to
Studio, a Denmark-based architecture and
Square with bike lanes and for their plan to turn a neglected street in San Francisco’s Mission District into the Mercado Plaza. Gehl visited Columbia in mid-September for their first of three visits. During this visit, they met with core stakeholders and community members to begin their research of the community. They also led a workshop and discussion about resident’s favorite spaces in
community members participate in gehl studio exercise in identifying favorite spaces in columbia
analysis of the area and present their final findings and proposal in the following visit.
welcome Jamesha Shackerford as our new Foundation Associate. In this position, Jamesha will support the due
The Public Space Public Life Survey will
diligence process of the foundation, as
engage Columbia’s talent base and spur civic
well as the administrative process of
involvement. The final proposed projects are
scholarship and competitive grants to
designed to help physically and emotionally
the community.
bring Columbia’s citizens together.
Donor Advised Fund invests in civic
Knight Cities Challenge Accepting Applications
innovators who help cities attract and keep
What’s your best idea to make
talented people, expand economic opportunity
Columbia more successful? Tell
and create a culture of engagement.
Knight Cities Challenge how
Columbia is one of 26 Knight Foundation cities around the nation. The Knight Foundation
you would use a share of $5
the city. Gehl will return in late Fall to perform an in-depth site survey and observational
Foundation Announces New Staff Changes
new role, Kelly will continue to handle
areas of the city, such as Downtown Main
their United States work redeveloping Times
and people of Israel.
with the Foundation since 2011. In her
make them more inviting. Focusing in key
enhance public life. Gehl Studio is known for
leadership and dedication to the land
Accounting Manager. Kelly has been
the social life of Columbia’s public spaces to
organizations to use existing public spaces to
who have demonstrated exceptional
the promotion of Kelly Rogers to
Carolina Community Foundation, is studying
leaders, developers and private and public
Israel Bonds. This award honors those
The Foundation is proud to announce
Foundation Donor Advised Fund at Central
urban planning firm that works with city
award from
To learn more about the Knight Foundation project, visit www.yourfoundation.org under the Nonprofit section.
million to help Columbia keep and attract talent, expand economic opportunity and create a culture of civic engagement. Apply at knightcities.org through October 27th.
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Total Assets: $112,768,000 Total Funds: 389 New Funds: 32 Grants Awarded: $11,700,000 Grants Since Inception: $118M+
At A Glance From April 1, 2015 - June 30, 2015
2015 Scholarship Funds and Recipients
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The Community Foundation works with donors to provide educational opportunities for future generations. Our current scholarship funds are:
SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENT’S COLLEGE MAJORS
Baba Seydou Ndiaye, Midlands Technical College Taylor Smith, Winthrop University Linda Taylor, University of South Carolina Gadsden Tyler Tigher, Lynchburg College
SCHOLARSHIP A.C. Flora First FiftyYears Foundation Fund RECIPIENTS
Bertha and Addison Bostain Sr. Scholarship James A. Broome Scholarship Fund Zack and Rachel Clarkson Scholarship Fund Daughters of the Holy Cross - Sara Hempley Scholarship Fund Explorers Scholarship Fund First Choice Member Scholarship Mae and Wilbur Fulmer Scholarship Fund Communications Human Rhittie Gettone - Leading by Example - Communities Services SCHOLARSHIP Arts Business Industrial In Schools Scholarship Fund RECIPIENTS Education Humanities Accounting Computer GilbertIn-State Ruritan Scholarship Fund Attending Schools Finance Sciences The Katherine Kennedy Greiner Fund Handel-Carter Assistance Fund The Harmon Scholarship Health William S. and Elizabeth B. Heath Scholarship Fund This year, we awarded 74 scholarships Dr. Robert Howard/WHS Scholarship Fund totaling $180,900 to some of South Carolina’s Bobby J. Jacobs Jr. Turn Your Life Around Award Estelle Jones Memorial Scholarship Fund outstanding students, as follows: Estelle Jones Non-Traditional Students Scholarship Fund Bamberg LinkScholars Program Fund Markayla Busby, Winthrop University Terry A. McCoy Leadership Scholarship Endowment De’onta Rice, Newberry College Dr. William L. McDow Scholarship Fund Jonathan Samuel, Benedict College Jacqueline M. Miller Scholarship Fund Attending Out-of State Schools
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National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors Scholarship Fund Grace Brooks and E. Perry Palmer Fund The Pierce/Zimmerman Scholarship Fund Rogers and Meredith Scholarship Fund Bobbi Rossi Memorial Scholarship Fund Louetta Slice Scholarship Fund Junior League of Columbia, Inc. Scholarship Fund South Carolina Arms Collectors Association Scholarship Fund H. Eugene Webb Jr. Scholarship Fund Milford H. Wessinger Scholarship Fund Woodlands’ Families Scholarship Fund
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SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS
Attending Out-of State Schools
SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS
Attending In-State Schools
Beaufort Carmen Little, Winthrop University Cayce Nickolus Stewart, Winthrop University Chapin Jennifer Hill, Clemson University Caroline Kennerly, University of South Carolina Corey Shaver, Newberry College
Gilbert Bryce Keisler, Winthrop University Emily Smith, College of Charleston Greer Charlie Gale, Clemson University Heath Springs Haley Sims, University of South Carolina Hopkins Niya Anderson, Claflin University Ryan Pichoff, Francis Marion University Franshawn Mack, South Carolina State University Lexington Kiersten Addy, University of South Carolina Jonathan Bowles, Clemson University Kristen Davis, University of South Carolina Sean Powers, University of South Carolina Morgan Nichols, Clemson University Orangeburg Tanner Swain, The Citadel Maya Williams, Claflin University Sumter Chelsee Davis, Clemson University Katelyn Delbocca, University of South Carolina Ja’Keon Green, Coastal Carolina University Deja Richardson, Charleston Southern University Andre Washington, Clemson University Wedgefield Melody Rivers, Claflin University Williamston
William Threlkeld, University of South Carolina Columbia Winnsboro Michael Aimone, Newberry College Deondria Dorsey, Winthrop University Jessica Auld, Campbell University William Renwick, Clemson University Fatima Council, Midlands Technical College Steven Samuel, Winthrop University Yterrani Davis-Pack, Winthrop University Hannah Silvia, Charleston Southern University Sophia Emetu, College of Charleston Lauren Evans, Newberry College Anonymous Gbemisola Feko, University of South Carolina Student attending Limestone College William Few, Clemson University Student attending Charleston Southern University Grace Forker, Clemson University 10 Students attending Glenforest School Dekayla Hamilton, University of South Carolina Upstate Simone Harris, Livingstone College Interested in creating a Krue Htoo, Midlands Technical College scholarship fund? Mykia Law, Claflin University Communications Human Sims Patton, Clemson UniversityServices Contact Heather Sherwin Arts Darryl Peoples, Furman University Business Industrial at 803.978.7831. Education Humanities Accounting Computer Dante Madison, Midlands Technical College Finance Sciences Sarah Nickles, Clemson University
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Helping Students Soar Higher 43 students awarded with scholarship from A.C. Flora First Fifty Years Foundation since establishment. Those who grew up in Columbia, South
Foundation as an alternative to managing
Carolina will recognize A.C. Flora as one
the foundation independently, which
of the major area high schools, teaching
would be cumbersome and expensive. Since
more than a thousand students each year.
establishing the fund with the Community
In 1962, the first graduating class of A.C.
Foundation, the A.C. Flora First Five Years
Flora consisted of only 180 students. One
Foundation has expanded to become the A.C.
of those was Charlie Farrell, who, in 2001,
Flora First Fifty Years Foundation, with half
established the A.C. Flora First Five Years
a century of A.C. Flora alumni involved.
Foundation Fund with a $10,000 gift from
Though the foundation is geared toward Flora
his father, O. Wilson Farrell. The fund
graduates, anyone can contribute, making
was created to provide scholarships for
the fund not only an A.C. Flora effort, but a
deserving Flora graduates going on to higher
community one as well.
education. Thanks to the tireless efforts of Jane
The scholarships given from this fund help,
Dyke, and the dedication and generosity of
as Charlie says, “lighten the load a bit” for
legacy, a lasting impact. This is one of the
those students pursuing higher education. It is
ways we chose to do it.” Now, the memory
the Flora alumni’s way of giving back to their
of the graduates will live on through their
In 2001, while still in the planning
community and to the school that supported
generous gifts and lending support to
stages, Charlie spoke to an attorney who
them. As for the experience of giving, Charlie
students, and perhaps even becoming the A.C.
recommended Central Carolina Community
says, “It’s terrific. Everyone wants to leave a
Flora First One Hundred Years Foundation.
Flora alumni of the 1960s, the original $10,000 has grown to over $110,000.
“The habit of giving only enhances the desire to give” — Walt Whitman continued from page 1
In addition to conducting an orchestra, community members had the opportunity to dive into art history through the Columbia Museum
the conversation, speaking to why identity is important to them. It’s a topic that applies to everyone, and the art has allowed them to come together in a new environment and comfortably
of Art’s (CMA) exhibit, From Marilyn to Mao:
be who they are.”
Andy Warhol’s Famous Faces. The art museum
Connecting people together is a main component
consistently brings high-quality visual art exhibitions to the Midlands, allowing residents to view masterworks that are typically only seen when traveling to larger cities. The Warhol exhibit, however, stands out as an exhibit that engaged the community in a discussion about self-identity, a conversation that made the historical art relevant to today.
“The Connected Communities grant from the Foundation allowed us to remove the cost barrier and meet the community where they already are.” — Jason Rapp SC Philharmonic’s Communications Director Through artist’s salons, summer camps, lectures and a local artist exhibit entitled Identity, the museum has engaged and connected a diverse group of community members. “The Warhol exhibit has really brought out the multigenerational aspect of the arts,” states Joelle Ryan Cook, the art museum’s Deputy Director. “Everyone from teens to seniors has joined
of The Humanities Council’s project, Hometown Teams – How Sports Shape America. Hometown Teams is a Smithsonian Institution traveling exhibit that celebrates American sports history and heroes. The exhibit is traveling to six cities throughout the state, including Manning in Clarendon County, where the Foundation’s grant is designated. But this project is more than just an exhibit. The organizers in Manning expanded the opportunity to include educational opportunities that connect their schools. “Clarendon County has three school districts and three private
students from clarendon county schools unite during hometown teams project. through the project. Nancy states, “Our main goal was to reach out to all areas of our community and build the arts and culture together.” The city has high hopes for the impact of the exhibit, open from October 31 to December 13.
schools. This project brings these schools together
As the Connected Communities projects unfold,
in a common discussion, uniting them through
more and more benefits are being revealed as
sports,” says Nancy Cave, Archivist at the
to how vibrant social offerings can bring people
Clarendon County Archives and History Center.
together in unexpected ways. From opening
From the beginning of the planning process two years ago, this project has been a community wide effort. The planning committee consists of representatives from a variety of city groups, including the recreational department,
up dialogue between people to bringing a new form of entertainment to a favorite location, the Foundation is excited to continue to work in this area and watch as our communities connect in new ways.
community development centers and historical
For more information about the Connected
society. These are organizations that normally do
Communities grants, visit the Community
not work together but have found a new “team”
Impact section at www.yourfoundation.org
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Foundation Welcomes New Fundholders at Reception On June 16, Central Carolina Community Foundation Staff and Board of Trustees welcomed our new fundholders, who joined us between July 2014 and June 2015, with a reception at the Palmetto Club. The following funds were recognized at the event: 2015 Male Achievement Conference The Addison Family Fund Anonymous Beth and Russell Bauknight Fund Bertha and Addison Bostain Sr. Scholarship Walker Pearce and John Edward Buxton Fund Toby Cassels Donor Advised Fund
van and frances anderson
George and Helen Fant Fund The Goodall Fund The Harmon Scholarship Sarah Jones Film Foundation Leadership Development for Young Women Fund Lexington School District Four Education Foundation Roy and Amanda Maybank Fund Robert E. McLawhorn Fund Michael’s Garden, LLC Sara Nalley Fund Anne Webster Pearce Fund Matthew J. Perry Scholarship Fund Mary Agnes Caldwell Pugh Fund for Animal Welfare
Jean Pearce Rentz Fund Richland School District Two Foundation Saluda Shoals Foundation Fund Saluda Shoals Nature’s Theater Fund Senior Weatherization Fund Shine a Light Foundation South Carolina Campaign to Prevent Teen Pregnancy South Carolina Diversity Fund Kerry G. Stubbs Fund James and Shelley Tobul Foundation The Transitions Fund Susan P. and Stephen K. Wiggins Family Fund
coretta bedsole and nanette edwards
joann turnquist and sara nalley attendees watching presentation
j.r. green and calvin elam
Welcome to Our Family These funds were established between June 7, 2015 and August 26, 2015. Please join us in welcoming them to our family. 2015 Male Achievement Conference The Harmon Scholarship Peggy and David Jacobs Foundation The Preservation Specialists Charitable Fund The Transitions Fund Sibby and Max Wood Endowment Fund david kulbersh and lou kennedy
hagood tighe and beth and russell bauknight
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Mark Your Calendar Ron Lieber Visits Midlands Best of Philanthropy Celebration October 26, 2015
Midlands Gives Early Bird Deadline
Join Ron Lieber for a
November 5, 2015
November 30, 2015
conversation about
Join Columbia Metropolitan Magazine and the
Nonprofits that register for Midlands
Foundation as we celebrate our 2015 Best of
Gives and the SCANPO Training Webinars
Philanthropy winners. The event includes a
by November 30 are eligible for a prize
cocktail reception with hor d’oeuvres and a 20
drawing. Four randomly drawn nonprofits
minute inspirational program. Purchase tickets
will receive a $250 prize. Find out more
at yourfoundation.org/BestofPhilanthropy.
at www.midlandsgives.org. Training
raising financially smart children. Lieber is a NY Times columnist and bestselling author. The event is free and open to the public
underwritten by Colonial Life, Midlands
but registration is
Gives Social Media Champion.
requested at yourfoundation.org/RonLieber.
Creating a New Generation of Givers
Ron Lieber, The New York Times “Your Money” columnist, coming to Midlands to speak about raising generous children For many parents, conversations with their kids about money can be awkward. The
Central Carolina Community Foundation, The Columbia
New York Times “Your Money” columnist
Jewish Federation and Katie & Irwin Kahn Jewish
Ron Lieber- a parent himself- says that if we have our kids’ best interests at heart, we need to shatter the taboos around talking with them about money. In his provocative
Community Center are hosting Ron Lieber to speak to Midlands families on October 26 at 7:00 PM at 306 Flora Drive, Columbia, SC 29223.
new book, The Opposite of Spoiled: Raising Kids Who Are Grounded, Generous,
importance of giving. Included in Leiber’s
to bring the toughest questions children
and Smart About Money, Lieber offers a
book is a section on how to start the
have ever asked them about money.
persuasive parenting manifesto filled with
conversation of giving with your children.
solid, tested advice on how to help our
Within this section, Lieber recommends
children make better financial decisions,
Central Carolina Community Foundation’s
develop better habits, and acquire the tools
Talk About Giving box as a resource for
they’ll need to grow into grounded young
parents to engage their children.
adults with good values and habits.
The event is generously sponsored by Abacus Financial Group and is free for the public. Seating, however, is limited and advance registration is requested. Childcare will be available to those who register in advance.
Lieber will engage parents in a conversation
A large part of teaching children good
about the practicalities of talking with
To register or learn more, visit
money habits is instilling in them the
children about money and asks attendees
www.yourfoundation.org/RonLieber.
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