Community

Meet the faces behind BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and read stories from employee involvement in the South Carolina community.

Honoring Modjeska Monteith Simkins, Black History in SC

Feb. 15, 2024: Today South Carolinians can learn about the important role Modjeska Monteith Simkins played in for more than seven decades in the state. She worked for equal rights and access to better health care for Black people in South Carolina. Historic Columbia's preservation of her home and exhibit on her life offer insight into her impact.

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How Pets Improve Health

April 11, 2024: Furry friends can have major health benefits. An expert from local rescue, Pawmetto Lifeline, shares what to consider before adopting a pet.

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5 Questions With Voorhees University

Aug. 18, 2022: In 2020 BlueCross made a commitment to the state's six private, four-year historically Black colleges and universities. Voorhees College in Denmark recently added graduate programs and became a university. The head of the college's advancement office shares how the school is changing.

12 Ways BlueCross Gave Back This Year

Dec. 29, 2022: Every year BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and its employees give back through donations and volunteering efforts across the state. This year employees served almost 20,000 hours. Looking back on the year, we share just a few ways the company gave back in 2022.

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5 Questions With Transitions Homeless Center

Feb. 9, 2023: The Chief Executive Officer for Transitions Homeless Center in Columbia shares what the organization does in the community and how others can get involved. BlueCross has supported Transitions through employee giving campaigns and other efforts.

How To Volunteer

April 20, 2023: Volunteers are key for many nonprofits. BlueCross employees give back and volunteer in the community all year. Our community relations specialist coordinates these efforts. She shares some tips for volunteering.

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8 Questions With the Red Cross

June 14, 2023: The Red Cross does much more than managing a blood bank. An expert with the organization shares why it is important to give blood and how others can support the important work the group does.

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Greenville Organization Supports Education

Aug. 17, 2023: President and CEO of Public Educations Partners in Greenville shares how the organization works alongside Greenville County Schools to make a difference for families and children in the Upstate.

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Get Adventurous, Improve Health With Scouting

Oct. 19, 2023: Boy Scouts of America offers families a chance to reconnect with one another and the state's natural resources. BlueCross' Mike Harris, president Indian Waters Council in the Midlands, shares how the group can teach children life skills and how to explore.

12 Ways BlueCross Made a Difference for SC in 2023

Dec. 21, 2023: Every year BlueCross and its employees give back to organizations across the state. Supporting these groups and the causes they champion is an important part of the company's values.

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