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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
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
★ 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
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
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
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
★ 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
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
New Executive Director Training
Strong leaders build strong organizations. And strong organizations create a stronger South Carolina.
Date posted 05/5/2026
★ 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
★ 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