600+

Attendees

35+

Industry Topics

40+

Breakout Sessions

8

Hours of Networking




The strength of the nonprofit sector isn't found in one singular program or mission. It comes from organizations, funders, volunteers, and community leaders being woven together into the fabric of our communities - each thread making us stronger and more stable.

The 2026 SC Nonprofit Summit will highlight best practices and new strategies that help organizations and their teams position for strength and stability, helping South Carolina's communities be more resilient and vibrant.


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SC Nonprofit Summit Agenda

Day 1: Monday, March 9

12:00 PM - Registration opens

2 PM - Keynote

3:45 PM - Concurrent Sessions

5:30 PM - Welcome Happy Hour

Day 2: Tuesday, March 10

7:30 AM - Hot Breakfast Buffet

9 AM - Concurrent Sessions

10:30 AM - Keynote 

12 PM - Buffet Lunch

1:30 PM - Concurrent Sessions

3 PM - Keynote - Local Leaders Panel 

5 PM - Allies For Good Reception 

Day 3: Wednesday, March 11

7:30 AM - Hot Breakfast Buffet

9 AM - Concurrent Sessions

10:30 AM - Concurrent Sessions 

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Thank You to Our Sponsors & Co-Hosts



Hosted at the Hyatt Regency Greenville


220 N. Main St., Greenville, SC 29601


The Timeline

  September 16

  • Early Bird Registration Opens
  • Special Hotel Rates Open 
  • Keynote and Panels Announced 
 October 14
  • Standard Registration Opens 
  • 35+ Breakout Sessions Released
 January 31 Hotel Special Rate Closes February 23 Conference App Launches

Exhibitors & Sponsors

Receive complimentary conference tickets, Exhibitor tables and Sponsorship packages 
are available for purchase in advance.  

2026 Summit Steering Committee

  • Katy Smith

    Katy Smith

    MSW

    Executive Director, Greater Good Greenville

    Co-Chair

  • Dawn Dowden

    Dawn Dowden

    Chief Operating Officer, Homes of Hope

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    (864)546-4634

    Co-Chair

  • Langley Shealy

    Langley Shealy

    Administrator, SC Grantmakers Network

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    (803)261-8585

  • Sally Wills

    Sally Wills

    Executive Director, LiveWell Greenville

  • Mike Ungar

    Mike Ungar

    FocalPoint Master Business Coach, FocalPoint Executive Coach, Veteran-Owned Small...

    Business Coach and Executive Coach, FocalPoint Business Coaching

  • Rieta Drinkwine

    Rieta Drinkwine

    PEPS & STEM Initiatives Coordinator, Clemson University

  • Jamika Nedwards

    Jamika Nedwards

    Director of Mission Impact, United Ministries

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    (864)605-7697

  • Lelia King

    Lelia King

    Executive Director, Build Carolina

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    (980)322-5636

  • Justine Allen

    Justine Allen

    Program & Event Coordinator, Ten at the Top

  • Meliah Bowers- Jefferson

    Meliah Bowers- Jefferson

    Executive Director, Jolley Foundation

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    (864)696-6983

  • Belle Zeigler

    Belle Zeigler

    Executive Director, Eastern Carolina Community Foundation

  • Crystal Denise Davis

    Crystal Denise Davis

    Parenting Program Director, Charleston County First Steps

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    (843)745-0237

  • Eleanor Dunlap

    Eleanor Dunlap

    Executive Organizational and Talent Consultant, Find Great People, LLC

  • Henry Well

    Henry Well

    President / CEO, United Way Association of SC

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    (803)605-0054

  • Todd Leahy

    Todd Leahy

    President and CEO, Chapman Cultural Center

  • Chelsea Gold

    Chelsea Gold

    Office Manager, Engaging Creative Minds

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    (843)870-4293

  • Kirsten Naomi Chapman

    Kirsten Naomi Chapman

    Vice President of Systems Change & Innovation, United Way of Greenville County

  • Lynn Mann

    Lynn Mann

    Director of Community Engagement, Fluor Corporation