A treasurer for a non-profit organization in Horry County, South Carolina, has pleaded guilty to embezzling tens of thousands of dollars from the organization. Todd Keith Massey admitted to stealing more than $68,000 from Giving Hope Gardens, a charity supported by public donations and government grants.
According to the Horry County Solicitor’s Office, Massey pleaded guilty to three counts of forgery and one count of breach of trust involving more than $10,000. The charges stem from incidents that occurred between June 2024 and October 2024, during which Massey unlawfully transferred $68,794.36 into his own accounts for personal use.
On the day of his sentencing, Massey paid $34,000 in restitution to the solicitor’s office. He was sentenced to five years in prison, but the sentence was suspended in favor of five years of probation. As part of his probation, he is required to pay the remaining $32,000 in restitution.
The case highlights ongoing concerns around financial accountability within nonprofit organizations and the importance of strict oversight of public and donor funds.
