The 2026 SC Nonprofit Summit, South Carolina’s largest gathering of nonprofit, philanthropic and community leaders, will be held in Greenville from March 9–11, 2026.
Presented by Together SC and co-hosted by the United Way Association of South Carolina and the South Carolina Grantmakers Network, the event is presented by Wells Fargo and sponsored by BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina, Dominion Energy, Colonial Life, Martus Solutions and others.
This year’s theme, Woven Together, will highlight the power of connection, collaboration and community in driving meaningful change across the state. With more than 700 nonprofit and philanthropic leaders expected to attend, the Summit will feature thought-provoking keynotes, interactive workshops and engaging discussions designed to help attendees strengthen leadership skills, expand networks and enhance impact.
Dynamic Keynote Speakers and Conversations
The Summit opens at 2 p.m. March 9 with a keynote from Suzanne Smith. With nearly three decades of experience advising nonprofits, foundations, corporations and social entrepreneurs, Smith will share strategies for designing innovative solutions to today’s most pressing social challenges.
A nationally recognized consultant, author and speaker, her work has been featured in Forbes, The Chronicle of Philanthropy and Nonprofit Business Advisor. Her address, Nonprofit 2.0: Navigating the Road Ahead, will explore how nonprofit leaders can adapt to rapid change driven by artificial intelligence, funding shifts, burnout and declining trust. Smith will encourage attendees to reexamine their missions and adopt bold, adaptive approaches to leadership. The session will also include opening remarks, sponsor recognition and additional program highlights.
At 10:30 a.m. March 10, attendees will hear from Dr. Cory Scheer, a respected author, consultant and researcher on organizational trust. As founder of TrustCentric Consulting, Dr. Scheer has partnered with nonprofits, businesses, ministries, educational institutions, municipalities and the U.S. military to help rebuild and sustain cultures of trust.
His keynote, Closing the Trust Gap: Why Trust Is Declining and How to Rebuild It, will address the growing challenge of trust erosion across organizations and industries. Drawing on decades of research and real-world experience, Dr. Scheer will provide practical, data-informed tools for identifying and closing trust gaps. Through case studies and his Structure of Trust® Framework, he will guide leaders in creating workplaces where trust can grow and thrive.
Following the keynotes, attendees will participate in panel discussions moderated by Dr. Kirsten Naomi Chapman of United Way of Greenville County and Meliah Jefferson of The Jolley Foundation.
The Summit will also feature more than 35 breakout sessions covering a range of nonprofit topics and issues, along with two networking receptions for attendees to connect and collaborate with peers.
A Space for Learning, Networking and Collaboration
“The 2026 Summit will be an incredible opportunity for South Carolina’s nonprofit and philanthropic network to come together, build new skills and strengthen connections,” said Karen Riordan, president and CEO of Together SC.
In addition to plenary sessions and workshops, the Summit will include networking receptions, exhibitor showcases and opportunities for nonprofit professionals to engage with funders, policymakers and industry experts.
To learn more or register, visit summit.togethersc.org.
About Together SC
Together SC’s mission is to strengthen and unite South Carolina’s nonprofit and philanthropic network. Serving more than 1,000 member organizations statewide, Together SC provides professional development, education, networking, resources and advocacy to help nonprofits collaborate and create lasting impact for the communities they serve. Learn more at togethersc.org.