Organizations & Awareness

May Organization Highlight: Bleeding Disorders Association of South Carolina

For the month of May, we are highlighting the Bleeding Disorders Association of South Carolina (BDASC). This non-profit is a chapter of the National Hemophilia Foundation and a member organization of the Hemophilia Federation of America. BDSAC is hosting their 11th annual “STEP for Bleeding Disorders” 5K Walk/Run on May 11, 2024. The goal of…

April Organization Highlight: The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation

This month we are highlighting the Cystic Fibrosis (CF) Foundation! The South Carolina chapter of the CF Foundation is hosting the Great Strides event, which is part of the Foundation’s largest national fundraising event. Each year, approximately 125,000 people participate in nearly 300 walks across the country to support the Foundation’s mission to cure cystic…

March Organization Highlight: CDR Assistive Technology Lab Expo

This March, we are highlighting the University of South Carolina’s Assistive Technology Lab’s 2024 Annual Expo at the Center for Disability Resources (CDR). It is set to be an educational day filled with exhibits and interactive workshops that will be focused on showcasing assistive technology services for individuals with disabilities.  Assistive technology refers to an item,…

February Organization Highlight: Rare Disease Day

Today, February 29th (the rarest day of the year), is Rare Disease Day! This is a day to raise awareness and support those living with rare diseases and their families worldwide. A rare disease is classified by the National Organization for Rare Disorders (NORD) as any disease with less than 200,000 Americans affected. Over 300…

January Organization Highlight: MLK Day of Service

We’re kicking off 2024 by highlighting the annual MLK Day of Service hosted by the University of South Carolina Leadership and Service Center. This year’s MLK Day of Service is part of the monthly “Service Saturdays” program at USC where volunteers can help out at a range of service sites.  The Leadership and Service Center…