Peer discussions, shared resources, and member-only content are available to active Together SC members through the Member Compass.

Advocacy Allies Peer Network

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Full discussions, shared resources, and peer conversations are available through your Member Compass.

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Who Should Join?

This network is designed for nonprofit professionals leading or supporting:

  • Public policy
  • Advocacy
  • Government relations
  • Community engagement
  • Coalition building
  • Grassroots organizing
  • Civic engagement

Multiple staff members from the same organization are welcome to participate.

Whether your organization leads statewide advocacy efforts or is just beginning to engage in policy conversations, this network creates space to learn alongside peers navigating similar opportunities and challenges.

What You'll Get

Peer Conversations

Connect with nonprofit professionals across the state to discuss advocacy strategies, policy trends, and sector-wide challenges.

Policy & Advocacy Updates

Stay informed on emerging legislation, public policy priorities, and advocacy opportunities impacting South Carolina nonprofits.

Collaborative Learning

Participate in virtual and in-person gatherings designed to strengthen nonprofit advocacy knowledge and leadership.

Collective Impact

Help elevate nonprofit voices and strengthen collaboration across organizations working toward positive community change.

Preview the Community

Recent Topics from the Community

  • Executive Orders & Nonprofits: Advocacy leaders discuss how recent federal executive orders could impact nonprofit operations, funding, and public policy priorities across the sector.
  • Navigating Non-Partisan Advocacy in a Polarized Climate: Peer conversations around advocacy messaging, language choices, and maintaining nonpartisan engagement while advancing community priorities.
  • Advocacy Tools for the 2025 Legislative & Tax Debate: Members share updates, resources, and strategies related to state and federal policy developments, including tax policy and legislative advocacy efforts.

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HOW TO PARTICIPATE

How it Works

1. Join Together SC: Become part of a statewide network of nonprofit professionals.

2. Customize Your Experience: Select “Advocacy Allies” in your member profile.

3. Participate & Connect: Access discussions, shared resources, and learning opportunities through your Member Compass.

Meet the Leadership Team

Volunteer leaders help guide conversations, identify trends, and shape learning opportunities for the network.

Advocacy Allies Leadership Team

  • Nancy Lee

    Nancy Lee

    Executive Director, Habitat for Humanity South Carolina

    Co-chair

  • Jeff Robinson

    Jeff Robinson

    Executive Director, South Carolina Arts Alliance

    Co-chair

  • Jordan Amaker

    Jordan Amaker

    Director of Advocacy & Communications, Lowcountry Local First

    Member

  • Bernie Mazyck

    Bernie Mazyck

    President & CEO, SC Association for Community Economic Development

    Member

  • Adela Mendoza

    Adela Mendoza

    Executive Director, Hispanic Alliance

    Member

  • Katy Smith

    Katy Smith, MSW

    Executive Director, Greater Good Greenville

    Member

  • Courtney Thomas

    Courtney Thomas

    Advocacy Director, American Civil Liberties Union of SC Foundation

    Member

  • GP McLeer

    GP McLeer

    Director of Public Policy & Community Engagement, Together SC

    Staff Liasion

Peer Network Sponsors

July 1 2025 - June 30 2026
  • Central Carolina Community Foundation

    Central Carolina Community Foundation

    2142 Boyce Street, suite 402
    Columbia, SC 29201

    Peer Network Sponsor

  • Google

    Google

    200 W. Franklin Street
    Chapel Hill, NC 27516

    Peer Network Sponsor

  • Blackbaud

    Blackbaud

    65 Fairchild Street
    Charleston, SC 29492

    Advocacy Peer Network Annual Sponsor

  • Solutions by Shawn Edwards

    Solutions by Shawn Edwards

    720 Corral Drive
    Charleston, SC 29414

    CEO & ED Peer Network Annual Sponsor

  • Charityproud

    Charityproud

    1535 Hobby Street Suite 206
    North Charleston, SC 29405

    CEO & ED + Development Peer Network Silver Sponsor

  • Wells Fargo

    Wells Fargo

    320 Broad Street 4th floor
    Charleston, SC 29401-1648
    United States

    Development Peer Network Annual Sponsor

  • DonorPerfect

    DonorPerfect

    Development Sliver Sponsor

  • Dominion Energy

    Dominion Energy

    400 Otarre Parkway MC-B231
    Cayce, SC 29033

    Marketing Peer Network Gold Sponsor

  • MarshMcLennan Agency

    MarshMcLennan Agency

    Operations Peer Network Annual Sponsor

  • HCA Healthcare

    HCA Healthcare

    9330 Medical Plaza Drive
    North Charleston, SC 29406-9195

    Volunteer Peer Network Annual Sponsor

  • United Way Association of SC

    United Way Association of SC

    1818 Blanding Street Suite A200
    Columbia, SC 29201
    United States

    Volunteer Peer Network Sliver Sponsor