Together Sc
To unite, strengthen, and advance our state's nonprofit community, so we may enrich the quality of life for all. To: 1. Harness the collective power of those working …
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Together SC is South Carolina's only organization focused solely on strengthening the state's nonprofit community through education, advocacy and leadership.
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Mission
To unite, strengthen, and advance our state's nonprofit community, so we may enrich the quality of life for all. To: 1. Harness the collective power of those working for the greater good through advocacy and collaboration among nonprofit leaders, foundations, business and governmental partners, associations and academic institutions; 2. Energize charitable nonprofit professionals and volunteers through leadership, education and recruitment of next generation leaders, and; 3. Enhance the future of the nonprofit sector by nurturing public trust, garnering leg islative support and safeguarding the integrity of nonprofit work.
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· vs. 5 similar community development in United StatesConcerns
· 1 red flagWhere every $1 goes
· FY2025 · IRS 990 (FY2025)GiveRadar Analysis
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Based on the records currently verified by GiveRadar, Together Sc has a complete profile, sourced from the IRS.
- It is one of the better-documented community development charities in the United States GiveRadar currently tracks, because GiveRadar has verified its financial disclosures and its governance. Most of those have little verified data on record yet. View this cohort
- It has more complete governance disclosure than nearly all similar organizations, because GiveRadar has verified leadership, executive compensation, a mission statement and a founding date. See national comparisons
- It has more complete contact information than 72% of similar organizations, with a verified website, phone and address on record. See national comparisons
- government registration
- financial records (5 filed years)
- disclosed leadership
- a website
- a donation page
- third-party accreditation
- a contact email
- an owner-submitted profile claim
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Common questions
· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyTogether Sc is a registered community development nonprofit based in Columbia, SC, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 1996 and has been operating for 30 years. Its EIN is 571057398. According to GiveRadar's records, it holds active tax-deductible status on the IRS Publication 78 list, which means donations are tax-deductible and the organization is in good standing with the IRS. GiveRadar's Integrity Assessment for the organization is 81/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports $993K in annual revenue. 75 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. GiveRadar has identified 1 potential concern.
Together Sc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 571057398. This is the organization's IRS tax identification number; you can use it to verify tax-exempt status and to look up its Form 990 filings with the IRS.
Together Sc has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 81/100. This score combines five components: Registration (20 pts), Financial Transparency (30 pts), Governance (20 pts), Contact Availability (10 pts), and Data Recency (20 pts), with negative adjustments for any red flags. A score of 81 ('Strong transparency') reflects well-documented governance, recent financials, named leadership, and working contact details. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for community development charities in United States is 90/100.
Together Sc is located in Columbia, SC, United States. The organization was established in 1996 and has been active for 30 years.
Based on official tax filings, Together Sc has $993K in annual revenue. It allocates 72% of expenses to programs and services. This is below the average of 81% for community development charities in United States. Its revenue is below the peer average of $3M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
Together Sc is classified as a Community Development organization, registered in United States. It operates as a Supporting organization (509(a)(3)). By size, it is categorized as a medium organization. It has $993K in annual revenue. The organization has 75 disclosed officers and directors.
GiveRadar has identified 1 potential concern for Together Sc. Red flags are automatically detected from official data and may include high executive compensation relative to budget, low program spending, or missing financial filings. Red flags do not necessarily mean wrongdoing but indicate areas that may warrant further review before donating.
According to GiveRadar's records, Together Sc holds active tax-deductible status on the IRS Publication 78 list, which means donations are tax-deductible and the organization is in good standing with the IRS. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It reports that 72% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 81%). You can donate directly through their official donation page linked on their GiveRadar profile. GiveRadar provides data for research and does not endorse any organization. A GiveRadar Integrity Assessment reflects how much public data is available, not whether an organization is safe to donate to, so it is always smart to do your own research before giving.
Together SC is South Carolina's only organization focused solely on strengthening the state's nonprofit community through education, advocacy and leadership. Together Sc is classified as a community development organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 1996.
Among community development charities registered in United States: It allocates 72% of expenses to programs, below the peer average of 81%. Its annual revenue of $993K is below the peer average of $3M.
Yes, donations to Together Sc are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Together Sc is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 571057398, which you can use for tax filing purposes. Donors can typically deduct contributions on their federal income tax return if they itemize deductions. Consult a tax professional for guidance specific to your situation.
Filing history
5 years on file from IRS 990 (FY2025): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.
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TOGETHER SC is registered in United States. Donations from the Netherlands to charities outside the EU/EEA are generally not tax-deductible for Dutch donors unless the charity is listed on the Dutch ANBI register with foreign-recognized status.
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Staff & volunteers
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Leadership
From FY2025 filing
Officers & trustees (23)
Source: Public filings
23 officers and trustees on file - free with a GiveRadar account.
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Sources and verification
- Registration and legal identity
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search
- Financial filings
- IRS Form 990 filings - Fiscal year 2025 most recent on file.
- Officers and trustees
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search - 75 disclosed in the public registry.
Data freshness
What we know and don't know
Exactly which public data we hold on this charity. Our score reflects transparency, not impact.
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Financial data · FY2025 on record
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Named leadership · 75 officers on file
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Executive pay · Disclosed
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Government registration · Registered with an official registry
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Mission statement · Published
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Official website · On record
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Headquarters address · On file
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Direct contact · Email or phone published
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Tax-deductibility · Verified
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Founding date · 1996
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Programs & activitiesNo named programs listed by the charity
Methodology
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Quick facts about Together Sc
- What is Together Sc?
- Together Sc is a community development supporting organization (509(a)(3)) based in Columbia, United States. Together SC is South Carolina's only organization focused solely on strengthening the state's nonprofit community through education, advocacy and leadership.
- When was Together Sc founded?
- Together Sc was founded in 1996.
- Who leads Together Sc?
- Karen Riordan serves as President & CEO.
- Where is Together Sc located?
- Headquartered in Columbia, SC, United States.
- What is Together Sc's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2025 is approximately $100K-$1M. 72% of expenses go to program services.
- Is Together Sc trustworthy?
- Together Sc has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 81 out of 100 (Strong transparency). The score reflects public-data transparency: registration, financial disclosure, governance, contact details, and how recently data was refreshed. It does not measure program impact.
- What is Together Sc's registration number?
- IRS EIN: 571057398.
- What is Together Sc's website?
- https://www.togethersc.org/