Summit - Together SC

700+

Attendees

35+

Industry Topics

40+

Breakout Sessions

8

Hours of Networking


Every day, South Carolinians rely on a robust, collaborative network of nonprofit organizations and philanthropic, corporate, and public sector partners to meet the challenges and secure the opportunities that come with the growth the state is experiencing.

Because of this network, families are housed and fed, jobs are secured, communities are made more vibrant, our natural beauty is protected, our health is strengthened, and our most vulnerable are supported. Working together, the nonprofit sector has helped paint a brighter future for South Carolina and all who live here.

As Together SC celebrates its 30th Anniversary, our signature SC Nonprofit Summit will highlight our sector's unique ability to work together for good.

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Keynote Sessions

Hear from nationally recognized leaders bringing bold ideas, practical insight and fresh perspective to the 2027 SC Nonprofit Summit, plus a special live recording of Bourbon in the Backroom.

Deb Mashek, Ph.D.

Opening Keynote

Deb Mashek, Ph.D.

Beyond Collabor(h)ate

Turning the Hard Work of Working Together into Real Results

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Diane Yentel

Featured Keynote

Diane Yentel

President & CEO
National Council of Nonprofits

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Special Live Recording

Bourbon in the Backroom

A special live recording of the South Carolina podcast.

Hosted by
Vincent Sheheen & Joel Lourie

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SC Nonprofit Summit Agenda

Three days of learning, connection and ideas designed to strengthen South Carolina's nonprofit network.

Day 1 | Tuesday, March 2

11:00 AM
Check-In & Nonprofit Marketplace
2:00 PM
Opening Keynote
Deb Mashek, Ph.D. | Beyond Collabor(h)ate
3:45 PM
Concurrent Sessions
5:30 PM
Welcome Happy Hour

Day 2 | Wednesday, March 3

7:30 AM
Hot Breakfast Buffet & Nonprofit Marketplace
9:00 AM
Concurrent Sessions
10:30 AM
Keynote
Diane Yentel, President & CEO, National Council of Nonprofits
12:00 PM
Buffet Lunch
1:30 PM
Concurrent Sessions
3:00 PM
Concurrent Sessions
4:30 PM
Bourbon in the Backroom
5:30 PM
30th Anniversary Legislative Reception

Day 3 | Thursday, March 4

7:30 AM
Hot Breakfast Buffet & Nonprofit Marketplace
9:00 AM
Concurrent Sessions
10:30 AM
Concurrent Sessions

Agenda details and session times are subject to change.

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Important Dates & Location

The 2027 Nonprofit Summit will be held at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center on March 2-4.

October 7

  • Standard Registration Opens
  • Special Hotel Rates Open
  • Keynote and Panels Announced
  • 35+ Breakout Sessions Released

December 18

  • Scholarship Deadline
  • Sponsorship Deadline

January 15

Exhibitor Deadline

January 31

Hotel Special Rate Closes

February 16

Conference App Launches

Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center

1101 Lincoln Street
Columbia, SC 29201

Stay Near the Summit

Summit Hotel Options

Together SC has secured special Summit rates at several downtown Columbia hotels near the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center. Book through the links below to access the discounted group rate.

Hilton Columbia Center

$219

per night + taxes

Distance: About 0.1 mile
Parking: $18 self / $26 valet

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Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown

$209

per night + taxes

Distance: About 0.1 mile
Parking: $16/night

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Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

$189

per night + taxes

Distance: About 0.2 mile
Parking: $20/night

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Aloft Columbia Downtown

$162

per night + taxes

Distance: About 0.25 mile
Parking: $20/night

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Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown

$179

per night + taxes

Distance: About 0.3 mile
Parking: $20/night

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites

$169

per night + taxes

Distance: About 0.4 mile
Parking: $17/night

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SpringHill Suites Columbia Downtown

$159

per night + taxes

Distance: About 0.4-0.5 mile
Parking: $10/night

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Sheraton Columbia Downtown

$180

per night + taxes

Distance: About 0.5 mile
Parking: $29 valet

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Tru by Hilton Columbia Downtown

$159

per night + taxes

Distance: About 0.6 mile
Parking: $12/night

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Book early. Special Summit rates are available while room blocks last. Hotel booking deadline is January 31.

Nonprofit Marketplace

Become an Exhibitor

Connect with nonprofit leaders from across South Carolina in the Nonprofit Marketplace. Exhibitor booths are available for advance purchase.

Exhibitor booth sales close January 15.

Thank You To Our Sponsors

The 2027 SC Nonprofit Summit is made possible through the generous support of our sponsors and partners.

2027 SC Nonprofit Summit Sponsors

  • Dominion Energy

    Dominion Energy

    400 Otarre Parkway MC-B231
    Cayce, SC 29033

    Summit Presenting Sponsor

  • Wells Fargo

    Wells Fargo

    320 Broad Street 4th floor
    Charleston, SC 29401-1648
    United States

    Transformation 2035 Presenting Sponsor

  • Duke Energy Foundation

    Duke Energy Foundation

    P.O. Box 1007
    Charlotte, NC 28202

    Reception Sponsor

  • Colonial Life/ Unum Group

    Colonial Life/ Unum Group

    1200 Colonial Life Blvd Mail Stop SC 165
    Columbia, SC 29210

    Gold Sponsor

  • Blackbaud

    Blackbaud

    65 Fairchild Street
    Charleston, SC 29492

    Silver Sponsor

  • DonorPerfect

    DonorPerfect

    Bronze Sponsor

  • MarshMcLennan Agency

    MarshMcLennan Agency

    Bronze Sponsor

  • United Way of the Midlands

    United Way of the Midlands

    1818 Blanding Street
    Columbia, SC 29201

    Bronze Sponsor

  • Charityproud

    Charityproud

    1535 Hobby Street Suite 206
    North Charleston, SC 29405

    Bronze Sponsor

SC Nonprofit Summit Steering Committee

  • Nicole Echols (CEO)

    Nicole Echols (CEO)

    Chief Executive Officer, South Carolina Cancer Alliance

    Co-chair

  • Susan DeVenny

    Susan DeVenny

    President & CEO, Arras Foundation

    Co-Chair

  • Kim Fabian

    Kim Fabian

    Chief Experience Officer, Elevatr

  • Laura Gould

    Laura Gould

    Director of Development, Homeless No More

  • Erin Walters

    Erin Walters

    Chief Executive Officer, Neighbor to Neighbor of South Carolina

  • Kahlia Aposhian

    Kahlia Aposhian

    Director of Patient Services, Welvista, Inc.

  • Jessica Gaines

    Jessica Gaines

    Accessibility & Belonging Manager, Richland Library

  • Deborah DePaoli

    Deborah DePaoli

    Palmetto Engagement and Policy Director, Institute for Child Success

  • Amanda Coté

    Amanda Coté, SHRM-CP

    Director of Finance & Operations, Preservation Society of Charleston

  • Langley Shealy

    Langley Shealy

    Executive Director, SC Grantmakers Network

  • Samantha Sanders

    Samantha Sanders

    Chief of Staff, CommunityWorks Carolina