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⭐️ Member Advocacy Alert - July 1

his update covers South Carolina's stalled state budget, major recent federal legal and policy developments affecting nonprofits, and advocacy actions organizations can take on fundraising practices and proposed federal grant rule changes.

Date posted 07/1/2026

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🌐 Principles of Giving Platforms

Over the last number of months, alongside our peers from other states and under the leadership of the National Council of Nonprofits, the Together SC team worked to craft and, as of last week, publish the Principles for Ethical Online Giving Platforms.

Date posted 06/30/2026

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⭐️ Sign On: Online Giving Platform Principles Issued by National Council of Nonprofits

Together SC's latest policy update covers South Carolina election results, new ethical fundraising principles for online giving platforms, and proposed federal grant rule changes that could impact nonprofits. It also encourages nonprofits to stay engaged through advocacy and civic participation.

Date posted 06/24/2026

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🌐 Together SC Welcomes Dr. Heidi Blossom

Together SC is pleased to announce that Dr. Heidi Blossom has joined the organization as its new Learning Programs & Events Manager, where she will lead the planning and implementation of learning experiences and member engagement events that strengthen South Carolina's nonprofit community.

Date posted 06/22/2026

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🌐 Karriem Edwards Named 2026 Joyce Gillespie Ford Black Nonprofit Leader of the Year

Together SC’s Black Nonprofit Leaders Group honors Edwards for his leadership, service and commitment to strengthening fathers and families across South Carolina

Date posted 06/19/2026

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🌐 Thank you Board Members - For Good Connections

At Together SC, our work is rooted in the belief that South Carolina’s nonprofit sector is strongest when we come together to convene, advocate, and partner for the good of our communities.

Date posted 06/2/2026

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⭐️ Member Advocacy Alert - June 1

Primaries Are June 9 (Early Voting Open Now) Updates since last week's newsletter. Republican and Democratic primary elections are June 9 in South Carolina, though early voting is open now through June 5.

Date posted 06/1/2026

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🌐 Check Yourself: Guiding Principles of Governance

A high-performing board is the backbone of a resilient nonprofit. However, excellence doesn’t happen by accident; it requires intentionality, clarity, and a commitment to ongoing growth.

Date posted 05/19/2026

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🌐 New Executive Director Training

Strong leaders build strong organizations. And strong organizations create a stronger South Carolina.

Date posted 05/5/2026

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👥 Together SC Announces Heather Singleton as First Peer Network Manager 

Together SC Announces Heather Singleton as First Peer Network Manager 

Date posted 05/4/2026

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⭐️ Strengthening Housing Stability in South Carolina, Two Bills at a Time

Strengthening Housing Stability in South Carolina, Two Bills at a Time A Guest Blog by Member Organizations Center for Heirs Property and Habitat for Humanity South Carolina Access to stable housing is vital to healthy families, strong communities, and long-term economic...

Date posted 05/3/2026

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⭐️ Member Advocacy Alert - April 24

There are 9 legislative days left until Sine Die, the end of session. Sine Die is May 14 at 5:00PM. Any bill not passed by that time dies and must be re-introduced in 2027.

Date posted 04/24/2026

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