Sisters of Charity Foundation of SC welcomes new team member

May 7, 2025

The Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina announced the staff addition of Margie Blackwelder. Margie brings a wealth of experience and a heart for service to this Administrative Assistant role, supporting the Foundation’s mission to reduce poverty and its impact across South Carolina.

In her new position, Margie will provide administrative support to the President and collaborate closely with the Chief of Staff to coordinate Board of Trustees activities and engagement efforts. She will also assist with day-to-day operational logistics across the organization.

Margie joins the Foundation with recent experience as a Legal Assistant and a strong background in volunteer leadership. Her attention to detail, organizational expertise, and passion for helping others make her an ideal fit for this dynamic and purpose-driven team. She holds a B.S. in Elementary Education from Presbyterian College in Clinton, S.C.

“We are thrilled to welcome Margie to our growing team,” said Donna Waites, President of the Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina. “Her experience and commitment to service align beautifully with our mission. As we expand our capacity, every new addition continues to strengthen our capacity to better serve our partners across the state.”

The Foundation remains committed to seeking to reduce poverty through strategic grantmaking, advocacy, and collaboration.

 

About Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina

Founded in 1996, the Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina is a ministry of the Sisters of Charity Health System. In response to God’s call and the spirit of the Sisters of Charity of St. Augustine, the Foundation strategically uses resources to reduce poverty through action, advocacy and leadership. Since its inception, Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina has distributed more than $82 million to over 1,200 nonprofits working to reduce poverty in the lives of individuals and families in the Palmetto State.