Midlands Gives 2026 is May 5 — but the work doesn't wait, and neither does the giving. Early donations to South Carolina Equality are open right now, and every dollar you contribute today directly funds LGBTQ+ advocacy at the State House, in our communities, and across all 46 counties of South Carolina.

The U.S. Supreme Court issued its decision in Chiles v. Salazar — a case about whether states can use licensing laws to prevent conversion therapy. The Court ruled that Colorado’s law should be reviewed under a heightened standard of scrutiny and sent the case back to the lower court.

Celebrate International Women’s Day with South Carolina Equality as we honor five LGBTQ women who changed history and helped advance equality around the world.

South Carolina Equality testified against S.540 during a State House hearing where parents, legal experts, educators, and mental health professionals warned about the bill’s potential harm to LGBTQ youth. Despite unanimous opposition from those who spoke, the Senate subcommittee voted to advance the legislation.

Learn what South Carolina Senate Bill S.540 does, how it could affect LGBTQ youth and families, and why advocates are raising concerns about the proposed legislation.

Women's History Month:Honoring LGBTQ WomenWho Changed History