When the South Carolina Supreme Court unexpectedly stripped away critical scholarship funds mid-school year, thousands of low-income students were left in crisis. Families who had finally secured the right educational fit for their children suddenly faced the heartbreaking reality of being forced back into schools that didn’t meet their needs. Schools, too, were left scrambling—having already welcomed these students into their classrooms, they now faced the impossible choice of absorbing the financial burden or turning children away.But Wendy Damron, CEO of Palmetto Promise Institute, refused to let that happen. With determination and a deep commitment to the families affected, she launched an ambitious effort to raise $3 million—a rescue fund designed to keep these students in school. Against all odds, she mobilized donors, built a coalition, and worked tirelessly to bridge the funding gap while advocating for a long-term policy fix. Her story is one of bold leadership, swift action, and an unwavering belief that every child deserves access to the best education possible.In this episode of SPN's Neighbors in the Network podcast, Wendy takes us inside this fight for school choice in South Carolina—and why the battle is far from over. We’ll hear the strategy behind the rescue fund and the next steps to ensure universal school choice becomes a reality. If you care about education freedom and giving parents the power to choose, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.