Charities We Champion
Where the Story Keeps Going
Every case we cover starts with a real person: someone's daughter, son, mother, friend. Long after the news cycle moves on, the people who loved them are still here, turning grief into something that helps others.
These are the organizations we champion. Most were started by families in small South Carolina towns, where a little support goes a long way. If our reporting has ever moved you, this is one of the best places to put that feeling to work.
Gloria's Gift
In memory of Gloria Satterfield
For many years, Gloria Satterfield cared for the Murdaugh family as their housekeeper. After her death in 2018, the Satterfield and Harriott families created Gloria's Gift to carry on the kindness she was known for by helping families in need across Hampton County.
Why we support it: Gloria's story sits at the heart of the Murdaugh case. Her family chose to answer loss with generosity, and we're proud to stand with them.
Stephen Nicholas Smith Memorial Scholarship
In memory of Stephen Smith
Stephen Smith was a 19-year-old nursing student when he was found dead on a Hampton County road in 2015. His family and friends created this scholarship to help South Carolina students with financial need attend technical school, the same path Stephen was on.
Why we support it: We've followed Stephen's case for years and we're still pushing for answers. In the meantime, this scholarship helps other students finish what he started.
Mal's Palz
In memory of Mallory Beach
Mallory Beach was 19 when she died in a 2019 boat crash. She had a kind heart and a soft spot for animals, so her friends and family founded Mal's Palz, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that helps rescue animals get the care and homes they deserve.
Why we support it: Mallory's story is where our Murdaugh reporting began. Every animal Mal's Palz helps is a small piece of her love still out in the world.
Liza's Lifeline
In memory of Liza Warner
In 2004, Liza Warner was killed by the husband she'd left to escape his abuse. Her parents, Doug and Shirley Warner, founded Liza's Lifeline in 2008 to help others get out before it's too late.
They cover what makes leaving possible: housing deposits, gas, car repairs, new locks, groceries, and clothing. They keep survivors' pets safe and teach schools and community groups the warning signs of abuse.
Why we support it: South Carolina ranks among the worst states for women killed by men. In 2025, we donated a car that went to a mom of two who needed a way out.