Public Policy Updates

Together SC pledges to be a proactive advocacy partner for the state’s nonprofit sector. We will focus on relevant legislative issues which impact our members, and we will communicate the status of key legislation and policy issues with you. Our aim is to provide a powerful and unified voice for the nonprofit community to influence government policies so we can realize our vision of a better future for all South Carolinians.
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⭐️ Member Policy Update - July 17

Early this week, Sen. Lindsey Graham passed away unexpectedly. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family, friends, and staff of Sen. Lindsey Graham upon his sudden passing this week. His service to South Carolina, and our nation, has left a lasting impact on our communities.

Date posted 07/17/2026

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⭐️ Member Advocacy Alert - July 10

Member Exclusive Public Policy Update

Date posted 07/10/2026

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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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⭐️ 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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⭐️ 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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⭐️ 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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⭐️ Member Advocacy Alert - April 13

Over the next three weeks you can expect full schedules at the state house as bills move quickly before Sine Die hits.

Date posted 04/13/2026

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🌐 Nonprofits at the Statehouse

Connect with legislators and your peers for this year's Nonprofits at the State House Day!

Date posted 04/6/2026

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🌐 South Carolina Nonprofit Leaders Convene at State House to Engage Lawmakers on Sector Priorities

Together SC will bring nonprofit leaders from across the state to the South Carolina State House on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, for its annual Nonprofits at the State House event—an advocacy-focused gathering designed to connect nonprofit professionals directly with state legislators.

Date posted 04/1/2026

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⭐️ Member Advocacy Alert - Countdown to Sine Die

Clock Is Ticking in Columbia: The South Carolina General Assembly has just 18–20 legislative days left before Sine Die on May 14. Any bill not passed by then dies—making the next few weeks critical for nonprofit priorities.

Date posted 03/27/2026

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⭐️ Member Advocacy Alert - March 20

Member Exclusive Policy Update - March 20

Date posted 03/20/2026

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