Center for Heirs' Property

08/21/2026

The Center for Heirs’ Property® recently joined Star 99.7’s Lowcountry Forever to talk about the work we do alongside families to protect their land, strengthen ownership, and preserve their legacy.

CHP’s Director of Communications, Tom Keppeler, shared insight into heirs’ property and the challenges families can face, while Director of Development Nulani Bennett discussed ways the community can support our mission—including our upcoming 15th Annual Danielle Hope Watson Commitment to Justice Award Reception on September 17.

🎧 Listen to the full conversation and learn more about how CHP is helping families protect what matters for generations to come:

https://star997.com/lowcountryforever/center-for-heirs-property

08/21/2026

Earlier this month, the Center for Heirs’ Property® joined leaders from across the field at the 15th Annual NBLES Conference, held August 5–7.

CHP’s Chief Advancement and Engagement Officer, Brett Wadford, joined a panel alongside Felecia Pettway, Director of Development with Legal Services of Alabama; Jordan Backstrom, Program Specialist with the National Community Stabilization Trust (NCST); and Kristopher Smith, National Heirs’ Property Practice Lead with LISC Jacksonville.

During the discussion, Brett highlighted the importance of wealth preservation and generational asset transfer, including how heirs’ property, unclear title, and a lack of estate planning can put family homes, land, and other generational assets at risk.

He also shared how CHP works with families to address these challenges through legal support, estate planning, financial education, and forestry assistance—helping families protect the roof over their heads and the land beneath their feet.

Because preserving family assets is about more than ownership; it is about protecting opportunity for future generations, strengthening housing stability, and helping communities build lasting economic resilience.

We’re grateful for opportunities like Black and Latino Economic Summit to share what we’ve learned, strengthen connections, and advance conversations around protecting family land and generational wealth.

08/21/2026

From executive leadership and healthcare to public service, Anton has built a career around creating meaningful change. His three books—The Presidential Principles, The Audacity of Leadership, and Just Lead—share lessons on leading with purpose, breaking down barriers, and creating lasting impact.

Join us on September 17 at the Francis Marion Hotel as we honor Anton Gunn and his unwavering commitment to equity, leadership, and service to communities across South Carolina.

🎟️ Purchase your ticket today and be part of the 15th Annual Danielle Hope Watson Commitment to Justice Award Reception.

https://bit.ly/commitment-to-justice-event

08/20/2026

Why Anton Gunn? His leadership, service, and commitment to creating stronger communities reflect the spirit of justice we celebrate at the Center for Heirs’ Property®.

Join us on September 17 at the Francis Marion Hotel as we honor Anton Gunn at the 15th Annual Danielle Hope Watson Commitment to Justice Award Reception.

🎟️ Purchase your tickets today and be part of this milestone celebration.

https://bit.ly/commitment-to-justice-event

08/20/2026

Dr. Jennie L. Stephens, CEO of the Center for Heirs’ Property®, recently joined FOX 24 Charleston to discuss heirs’ property and CHP’s new policy agenda aimed at addressing the challenges families and landowners face.

From protecting family land and securing ownership rights to creating opportunities for future generations, this conversation highlights why heirs’ property is not just a family issue—it’s an issue that can impact communities for generations.

🎥 Watch the full conversation to learn more about the challenges facing heirs’ property owners and the solutions CHP is working to advance
▶️https://youtu.be/WQeqHJlobCg?si=HZTChnzB60uOXWYH

Interested in learning more about our policy agenda? Join us on Sept. 1 for our third policy webinar from 1-2 p.m. ET: https://www.heirsproperty.org/event/from-practice-to-policy-public-investment-heirs-property-and-stronger-local-economies/

Dr. Jennie L. Stephens, CEO of the Center for Heirs’ Property Prese...

08/19/2026

How does public investment help families protect their homes, preserve their land, and strengthen their communities?

Join the Center for Heirs’ Property® on September 1 for From Practice to Policy: Public Investment, Heirs’ Property and Stronger Local Economies, a virtual panel discussion examining how policy and public resources can create meaningful impact for families and communities.

We’re bringing together Sarah Bolling Mancini, Karama Neal, Ph.D., and Senator Kim Jackson for a conversation focused on housing assistance, landowner education, disaster recovery, community resilience, and the role these investments play in building stronger local economies.

At CHP, we see firsthand how access to the right resources, information, and support can help families protect what they have worked generations to build. This conversation takes that work from practice to policy.

📅 September 1, 2026
⏰ 1:00–2:00 PM Eastern
💻 Virtual via Zoom

Swipe through to meet our featured speakers, then register today: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ojfwsHXzTs-WovM6tob0FA

08/19/2026

📺 CHP is in the news!

Thank you to Live 5 News for highlighting the Center for Heirs’ Property® and our upcoming 15th Annual Danielle Hope Watson Commitment to Justice Award Reception!

This milestone event celebrates the power of justice, service, and community impact—and the people helping create lasting change.

🎥 Watch the full interview and learn more about this year’s celebration:
Watch on Live 5 News
https://www.live5news.com/video/2026/08/19/video-center-heirs-property-host-annual-reception-honor-community-members-making-an-impact/

08/19/2026

We are less than 30 days away from our 15th Annual Danielle Hope Watson Commitment to Justice. Have you purchased your tickets yet? Don't wait until it's too late; purchase your tickets today!
🔗https://bit.ly/commitment-to-justice-event

08/19/2026

A heartfelt thank you to the South Carolina Commission for Community Advancement and Engagement, our Champion Sponsor for the 15th Annual Danielle Hope Watson Commitment to Justice.

Your partnership helps make this event possible while supporting the Center for Heirs' Property's mission to protect family land, preserve generational wealth, and provide families with the legal guidance, education, and resources they need to secure their futures.

We are grateful for your commitment to strengthening communities across South Carolina. Thank you for standing with us and helping families build lasting legacies.

08/18/2026

In the spirit of Commitment to Justice, what does Justice mean to you?
Leave a comment below, and don't forget to purchase tickets for the Danielle Hope Watson Commitment to Justice event held on September 17 at 5:30 PM at the Francis Marion Hotel.
🔗Purchase tickets here: https://bit.ly/commitment-to-justice-event