M.W. Prince Hall Grand Lodge of the STATE of South Carolina District 2 presents the Sickle Cell 5K Run & Walk on Saturday, August 24 at 9 AM. The event is taking place at Wannamaker Park located 8888 University Blvd, North Charleston, SC. Registration is $25.

Spotlight Cinemas present Movie Night benefiting James R. Clark Memorial Sickle Cell Foundation. The event is being held on July 24, 2024, at 7 PM. Admission is FREE. Please bring a gift for a teen or purchase a Spotlight Cinema gift card to place under the Giving Tree!

Movie: A Warm December featuring Sidney Poitier

Join us on May 18th, 2024, at the SC State Fairgrounds from 10 am to 5 pm for the Columbia Black Expo.

Experience a day filled with enriching talks, cultural exhibitions, and a showcase of Black business excellence.

The mission of the Black Expo is to promote economic development through increased exposure for minority-owned businesses. African-American owned businesses have the opportunity to showcase their products and services to the public and procurement officers from major corporations and government entities. It is also an opportunity for major corporations and government entities to develop viable working relationships with minority-owned businesses while marketing their products and services to a growing consumer market.

The Expo is also a forum to educate, enlighten and inspire the entire community and the African-American community in particular. Aside from economic development, exposure to cultural resources is a part of the focus for this event.

Come, be inspired, network, and shop with local vendors.

Refuge Temple Church Health Care Professional & Seniors Ministry presents the 2024 Annual Health & Wellness Fair held on Saturday, April 27, 2024 from 9 AM to 2 PM.

The Iconic Harambee Festival 35 is moving to the Charlie W. Johnson Stadium, located at 1920 Two Notch Road, Columbia, SC 29204.

You are invited to be a part of this historic event! Welcome to one of the largest college-sponsored festivals in the nation. Enjoy the familiar vendors, performers, exhibitors, and activities from the past. Begin a new era of participating in new and expanded festival activities.

The B Strong Group presents the 7th Annual Birthday Bash & Blood Drive a Community Health Event being held on March 30, 2024 from 10 AM to 3 PM at Caughman Road Park 2733 Trotter Rd, Hopkins, SC.

Join us for a day of celebration, awareness, and life-saving. There will be food, fun, games, prizes, and fellowshipping that is all FREE to the community!

The 2nd Annual Black Family Wellness Expo is a collaborative and holistic outreach event offering services, and activities for all age groups including educational resources, health screenings, and activities. The Expo will be held Saturday, March 16, 2024, from 10 AM to 2 PM at the Busby Street Community Center, 1735 Busby St., Columbia, SC 29203.

The American Kidney Fund and the Trinity Baptist Church Education Staff are pleased to announce an upcoming seminar on Kidney Disease in the African American Community. This seminar will be held at Trinity Church Educational Center, 2521 Richland Street, Columbia, SC 29204 on Tuesday, March 12, 2024, from 11 to 1 PM, including lunch. Our keynote speaker is Dr. Stewart Darby, an excellent physician, a leading expert in health issues for our community, and an exciting presenter.

Rare Disease Symposium where you can attend in-person or virtually to learn about innovative and impactful research going on across the state, hear personal stories from those affected by rare disease and discover some of the important advocacy work that’s grown out of both necessity and hope. In-Person Location: Segra Park 1640 Freed St. Columbia, SC 29201. The symposium is free and open to the public but registration is strongly encouraged. Boxed lunches will be provided to anyone attending in-person who registers on or before February 14th.

Richland School District Two’s 7th Annual Black History Month Honoree Recognition Program will be held on Monday, February 26, 2024, at the R2i2 Conference Center (763 Fashion Dr. Columbia, SC 29229). 5:30 PM Pre-Program: Wax Museum & Vendor Displays. 6 PM: Program.

City of Columbia Community Development Department presents the Homebuyer Workshop on Wednesday, February 21, 2024, from 6 to 8 PM. The event is being held at Earlewood Park (1113 Recreation Dr., Columbia, SC 29203). If you are interested in more information, please contact Community Development at 803-545-3373 or housingloanprograms@columbiasc.gov.

Give Something that Means Something®

Sign up online by scanning the QR code above or at: www.redcrossblood.org. Use the Sponsor Code: Bstrong

All donors will receive a $20 Amazon e-gift card. Donate in honor of someone with sickle cell!

It’s a Christmas tradition you won’t want to miss! Join the Town of Lexington and the Lexington Jaycees for the annual Christmas Parade down Main Street! Get in the Christmas spirit by watching an array of parade floats make their way through downtown!

The James R. Clark Memorial Sickle Cell Foundation Lancaster Satellite Office presents the Dining with the Stars for Sickle Cell Fundraiser being held on December 1st from 6 to 10 PM at the USCL Event Room on 467 Hubbard Dr., Lancaster, SC 29720. There is a social hour between 6 and 7 PM with the main event between 7 and 10 PM. If you would like to pre-order tickets to pick up at the door, you can CashApp to $DorisEaley or call 803-416-2640.

We are excited to invite you to our 17th Annual Sickle Cell Walk, dedicated to raising awareness and support for individuals and families affected by sickle cell disease. The James R. Clark Sickle Cell Walk is a community-driven event that brings together people from all walks of life to make a positive impact.

The walk aims to:

1. Raise Awareness: By participating in this event, you'll help spread awareness about sickle cell disease and its impact on individuals and families. Together, we can educate our community and dispel misconceptions about this genetic blood disorder.

2. Support Patients: Proceeds from the event will go towards supporting patients living with sickle cell disease. Your contributions will provide much-needed resources, including medical care, education, and advocacy.

3. Foster Unity: The Sickle Cell Walk is an opportunity to come together as a community and show support for those affected by sickle cell disease. By walking side by side, we can demonstrate compassion, solidarity, and hope for a brighter future.

Whether you are a survivor, a caregiver, a medical professional, or someone who simply wants to make a difference, we welcome you to join us on September 30, 2023. Together, let's take steps towards a world where sickle cell disease is better understood, better treated, and ultimately cured.

Mark your calendars for September 30th, gather your friends and family, and join us for the James R. Clark Sickle Cell Walk. Your presence and support can make a significant impact on the lives of those living with sickle cell disease.

For more information, including registration details and sponsorship opportunities, please visit www.jamesrclarksicklecell.org.

*T-shirt pickup will be available on 9/28 & 29 at Strictly Running (2515 Devine St. Columbia, SC) from 10 AM to 6 PM.

EdVenture honors and celebrates Juneteenth, a day of celebration to commemorate emancipation and the end of slavery. EdVenture recognizes this historic day on June 19, 1865, in Galveston Bay, Texas when true freedom and justice for all came for more than 250,000 enslaved black people in the state.

EdVenture commemorates this event with a three-day celebration to include special performances, a live jazz band, African drumming, story-telling, and so much more!

EdVenture honors and celebrates Juneteenth, a day of celebration to commemorate emancipation and the end of slavery. EdVenture recognizes this historic day on June 19, 1865, in Galveston Bay, Texas when true freedom and justice for all came for more than 250,000 enslaved black people in the state.

EdVenture commemorates this event with a three-day celebration to include special performances, a live jazz band, African drumming, story-telling, and so much more!

EdVenture honors and celebrates Juneteenth, a day of celebration to commemorate emancipation and the end of slavery. EdVenture recognizes this historic day on June 19, 1865, in Galveston Bay, Texas when true freedom and justice for all came for more than 250,000 enslaved black people in the state.

EdVenture commemorates this event with a three-day celebration to include special performances, a live jazz band, African drumming, story-telling, and so much more!

Let’s Come Together & B a Life Saver! In Honor of World Sickle Cell Day the James R. Clark Sickle Cell Foundation, DRE 365, Faith Elevated, PRISMA Health Infusion Center, Vertex, and Pfizer Pharmaceutical are sponsoring a Blood Drive & Community Outreach Event hosted by The B Strong Group. The event is being held at the American Red Cross, Classroom 2, located at 2751 Bull Street, Columbia, SC 29202. In order to schedule an appointment, scan the QR code in the image or register online at: www.redcrossblood.org. Use Sponsor Code: BStrong.

The Gold Star Urgent Care 2nd Annual Community Health Fair is planned for Saturday, May 20, 2023. The event is taking place at A1 Medical Gym, 1407 South Church St, Florence, SC 29505. Join the Fun with Blood Pressure Checks, Zumba, Games, Nutritional Education, Jump Rope Contest, Health Screenings, and much more.

On Tuesday, April 5 from 9 AM to 1 PM Benedict College students will assist the James R. Clark Sickle Cell Foundation with packing bags for the James R. Clark Memorial Back to School Bash. This day of service will take place at the James R. Clark Memorial Sickle Cell Foundation located at 1420 Gregg St. Columbia, SC 29201.

Richland County Alumna Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. presents the 2023 Health Fair: The Field Day Edition on Saturday, April 1, 2023, from 12 to 3 PM. The FREE Community Event is being held at Fairfield Central High School in Winnsboro, SC. The event will have health vendors, physical activities, music, giveaways, fun, and much more.