🌐 Convene: Learning & Events

Protecting Nonprofits from Unethical Online Fundraising Platforms
Thursday, July 30 | Virtual

Is your nonprofit aware of the risks posed by unethical online fundraising platforms? Some platforms are operating without nonprofit consent, charging hidden fees, and withholding funds from the communities nonprofits serve.

Join the National Council of Nonprofits and 52 state and regional associations for a free webinar exploring new national principles designed to address this issue and protect nonprofit organizations.

Walk away with a clearer understanding of what these principles mean in practice and how to protect your mission, your brand, and your donor relationships.

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Advocacy Boot Camp: Being an Effective Advocate
August 10-12 | Virtual

The Legislature is out, so it's a perfect time to dive in or brush up on your state-level advocacy basics. Join us for our annual Virtual Advocacy Boot Camp for a three-part series led by our team and Advocacy Allies Peer Network.

These sessions are "101" level sessions, perfect for staff members who are not necessarily engaged in advocacy work and leaders who are looking to begin exploring how their organization can build their advocacy muscle.

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Consultants Connected Conversation
Tuesday, August 25 | Columbia

Looking to connect with fellow consultants serving South Carolina’s nonprofit sector? Join us at Methodical Coffee for an informal gathering focused on authentic conversation, shared insights, and new opportunities for collaboration before the Nonprofit P.E.E.R. Meetup. There is no formal agenda. Just great coffee, meaningful connections, and space to strengthen the local consulting community.

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Nonprofit P.E.E.R. Meet Up – Midlands
Tuesday, August 25 | Columbia
A space to connect. A space to belong. A space to build relationships.

Join Midlands nonprofit and philanthropic leaders for an afternoon of connection and community at Central Carolina Community Foundation.

With no agenda beyond authentic relationship-building, this relaxed gathering is your chance to reconnect, meet new peers, and strengthen the relationships that move our sector forward.

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Nonprofits Pack the Park
Tuesday, August 25 | Columbia
A space to celebrate. A space to give back. A space to make an impact.

Join Together SC, Central Carolina Community Foundation, and the Columbia Fireflies at Segra Park for a night of baseball and community impact.

Through this unique fundraising initiative, every ticket helps support participating nonprofits—proving that a fun night out can also fuel meaningful change.

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Development Peer Network Symposium 
Creative Ways to Fundraise in Uncertain Times
Friday, August 28 | Isle of Palms

How can your nonprofit raise more money when the landscape feels uncertain? Join the Development Peer Network and Thrivent for a practical one-day symposium designed for development staff, executive directors, and fundraising leaders looking for fresh ideas and real-world strategies.

Walk away with creative fundraising approaches, actionable tools, and new connections to help strengthen your fundraising and advance your mission.

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Marketing Peer Network Symposium 
When Reputation Is on the Line: Crisis Planning for Nonprofit Leaders
Monday, September 21 | Spartanburg

Is your nonprofit prepared to respond when a crisis threatens its reputation, relationships, or public trust? Join the Marketing & Communications Peer Network and NP Strategy for a practical half-day symposium covering internal communications, media response, social media decisions, and the fundamentals of effective crisis planning.

Walk away with clear guidance, practical tools, and the beginnings of a crisis communications plan tailored to your organization.

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