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It’s all about relationships… What 25 years of advocacy has taught me

Last month, a team of South Carolina philanthropists visited Capitol Hill with foundation leaders from across the country. Our goal? To talk to members of Congress en masse about the impact of American philanthropy, highlighting the results of strong, public-private partnerships at home. During...

Date posted 03/11/2024

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Nonprofit Notes on Permitless Carry in SC

Understanding H3594 and its impact on nonprofit operations

Date posted 03/8/2024

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Advocating Together

We have seen what happens when nonprofits team up to advocate together. Legislators listen. Change happens.

Date posted 10/24/2023

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Intro to Advocacy and Discussion Groups

Advocacy Allies harnesses the collective power of its member organizations advancing the greater good through public policy and advocacy efforts.

Date posted 08/15/2023

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SC General Assembly Recognizes SC'S Nonprofit and Philanthropic Organizations

TO RECOGNIZE AND HONOR the nonprofit and philanthropic organizations of south carolina and their many volunteers, donors, board members, and professional leaders for their service to the people and the state of south carolina.

Date posted 03/24/2023

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Congratulations to the 2023 Governor's Volunteer Awards Winners!

For Immediate Release Contact: Mary Dell Hayes Email: marydell@togethersc.org Cell: 803.730.7785 Media Files Columbia, March 13, 2023- Together SC's Volunteer Admin Alliance, the SC Commission on National and Community Service, the SC Grantmakers Network, Americorps South Carolina and...

Date posted 03/8/2023

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A Note From Our New Advocacy Allies Chair

A welcome note from Chynna Phillips, the new Chair of the Advocacy Allies Peer Network

Date posted 08/2/2022

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Post and Courier Commentary - There’s a Piece Missing from SC’s Economic Development Equation

SC's philanthropic leaders speak out on importance of investing ARPA funds in the work of nonprofits.

Date posted 01/28/2022

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Investing $100 Million in Work of SC Nonprofits

Here is a simple breakdown of the $100 million request for the state to create a nonprofit grant program at the Department of Commerce with ARPA funding.

Date posted 01/13/2022

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Nonprofits - Understanding the American Rescue Plan

In January, Together SC’s Board of Directors adopted the 2021 Advocacy Agenda. At the top of that list is “COVID-19 Relief for Nonprofits”. Since then, we’ve been monitoring the Statehouse and Congress on where exactly additional relief would come. We got our answer in March the ARP.

Date posted 05/24/2021

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ARP Funding Full Guidance - Nonprofit Perspective and Opportunities

This blog post contains portions pulled, with permission, from our friends at the SC Arts Alliance. Thank you SCAA! Before diving in, be sure to read our quick overview of the ARP State/Local Funding in a recent blog post here, and view our webinar on this funding here. This blog assumes that...

Date posted 05/14/2021

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American Rescue Plan & Nonprofits - What We Know

The American Rescue Plan (ARP) was signed into law earlier this month. The $1.9 trillion legislation has a number of provisions that impact all nonprofits, and we wanted to share a quick list of some general areas to highlight, plus what you can do to advocate for nonprofits now.

Date posted 03/26/2021

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