GrantExec, a Euna Solutions® company

South Carolina Community Development Grants

Explore 106 grant opportunities

South Carolina Parks and Recreation Development Fund
Contact for amount
South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism
State

Application Deadline

Apr 10, 2026

Date Added

Nov 2, 2023

This grant provides financial support to local governments and special purpose districts in South Carolina for developing or renovating public recreational facilities accessible to the community.

Recreation
City or township governments
Honda Corporate Funding - Community Event Sponsorships
$25,000
Honda USA Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 3, 2025

This grant provides financial support to U.S.-based nonprofit organizations and schools for community events that promote cultural enrichment, connection, and civic engagement.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Foothills Community Foundation Unrestricted Grants
Contact for amount
Foothills Community Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 16, 2024

This funding opportunity supports local nonprofit organizations in Anderson, Oconee, and Pickens Counties, South Carolina, to implement innovative projects that improve community well-being and address local challenges.

Community Development
Nonprofits
F.W. Symmes Foundation Grant
$20,000
F.W. Symmes Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Apr 1, 2026

Date Added

Mar 31, 2025

Error generating summary

Environment
Nonprofits
Jolley Foundation Grant
$50,000
Jolley Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Apr 1, 2026

Date Added

May 28, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations in Greenville County, South Carolina, that are dedicated to reducing poverty and promoting social equity for historically underserved communities.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Anchor Impact Fund
$5,000
Anchor Investment Management
Private

Application Deadline

Apr 1, 2026

Date Added

Mar 6, 2026

This initiative provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in the Midlands Region of South Carolina for projects that enhance health, education, family stability, and community vitality.

Health
Nonprofits
Area Development Program
Contact for amount
Appalachian Regional Commission
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 31, 2025

This funding initiative provides financial support to state and local governments in the Appalachian Region for projects that enhance critical infrastructure and promote business and workforce development, fostering economic growth and resilience in local communities.

Community Development
Special district governments
Helping Emergency Response Organizations (H.E.R.O.) Grant Program
$20,000
Duke Energy Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Apr 24, 2026

Date Added

Mar 13, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to South Carolina nonprofits and government entities for enhancing emergency response capabilities and community preparedness against severe weather events.

Safety
Nonprofits
National-Central Expanding Opportunities for Community Change
$350,000
Cultivating Healthy Environments – National-Central
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Apr 30, 2027

Date Added

Feb 14, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to community organizations and local governments working to address environmental justice issues and improve public health in underserved communities across the U.S.

Environment
Nonprofits
Façade Grants
$15,000
City of Camden
Local
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 24, 2023

This program provides financial assistance to licensed business owners in Camden for improving the appearance of their building facades, with a matching reimbursement of up to $15,000.

Community Development
Nonprofits
The Leon Levine Foundation Grant Program
Contact for amount
Leon Levine Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 23, 2025

This grant provides funding to established nonprofit organizations in the Carolinas that focus on education, health, and human services, aiming to strengthen communities and empower individuals through proven initiatives.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Artist Creative Practice Grant
$3,000
South Arts
Private

Application Deadline

Apr 30, 2026

Date Added

Feb 11, 2026

This grant provides financial support to individual artists in the southeastern U.S. for professional development opportunities that can significantly advance their careers.

Arts
Individuals
W. W. Burgiss Charities Grant
$12,000
W. W. Burgiss Charities
Private

Application Deadline

Sep 15, 2026

Date Added

Jul 4, 2025

This grant provides financial support to tax-exempt organizations in Greenville County, South Carolina, focusing on projects that promote religion, education, and assistance for the needy.

Education
Nonprofits
Appalachian Regional Initiative for Stronger Economies (ARISE)
$10,000,000
Appalachian Regional Commission
State

Application Deadline

May 15, 2026

Date Added

Jul 28, 2025

This initiative provides funding to support large-scale economic development projects across the Appalachian region, focusing on workforce development, business growth, infrastructure improvements, and community capacity building.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Startup Runway Showcase
$10,000
Startup Runway Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 12, 2024

This program provides a pitch competition and investor introductions for women and founders of color in the U.S. with scalable startups that have a minimum viable product and some customer traction, specifically targeting those outside major startup hubs.

Business and Commerce
For profit organizations other than small businesses
General Operating Support Grants
Contact for amount
Chapman Cultural Center
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 28, 2024

This funding program provides financial support to nonprofit arts organizations and museums in Spartanburg County to help with various operational needs, including programming, staffing, and equipment purchases.

Arts
Nonprofits
Arts Organization Quarterly Project Grant Program
$3,000
Metropolitan Arts Council (MAC)
Private

Application Deadline

May 15, 2026

Date Added

Nov 8, 2024

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit arts and cultural organizations in Greenville County, South Carolina, to enhance community engagement, promote economic development, and strengthen organizational capacity through arts initiatives.

Arts
Nonprofits
The Joanna Foundation Grants
$10,000
The Joanna Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 7, 2024

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in specific South Carolina counties for various projects, excluding debt reduction and direct individual assistance.

Education
Nonprofits
EPSCoR Research Infrastructure Improvement Program: EPSCoR Collaborations for Optimizing Research Ecosystems (E-CORE)
$10,000,000
National Science Foundation
Federal

Application Deadline

Jul 21, 2026

Date Added

Apr 25, 2025

This funding opportunity is designed to strengthen research capabilities in eligible jurisdictions by supporting collaborations among academic institutions, government agencies, and private industry to develop sustainable research infrastructure.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Land Acquisition Grant for Affordable Housing
Contact for amount
Charleston County Charleston Redevelopment Corporation (CRC)
Local
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 1, 2025

This funding program provides financial assistance to nonprofit organizations and housing authorities in Charleston County for purchasing land to develop affordable housing for low- and moderate-income families.

Housing
Nonprofits