South Carolina Grants

This funding opportunity supports projects in the Appalachian region that help individuals recovering from substance use disorders gain access to job training and employment services, fostering sustainable recovery and economic independence.

This grant provides funding to local organizations, community groups, and schools in the Inland Empire region of South Carolina to support projects that protect and restore native plant populations while educating the public about their ecological importance.

This program provides financial support to local artists in Columbia, SC, for creating public art projects that celebrate the city's history, engage the community with its rivers, or promote sustainability themes.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations that enhance tourism and visitor experiences in Columbia, South Carolina, through projects and events that align with state tourism-related purposes.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and Destination Marketing Organizations to promote tourism in Richland County, focusing on projects that attract visitors and enhance the area's cultural, historic, and recreational offerings.

This funding opportunity provides $200,000 each to nonprofit organizations and local government entities that help low- to moderate-income homeowners overcome challenges related to maintaining their homes.

This funding opportunity supports various organizations in Richland County, South Carolina, to implement projects that enhance environmental conservation, improve water quality, and promote public education about natural resources.

This grant provides financial support to artists for creating exterior murals in Franklin County, Ohio, with a focus on enhancing community culture and public art.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations in Richland County, South Carolina, for community-based programs that improve the quality of life for underserved residents through innovative solutions.

This program provides funding to neighborhood organizations in Richland County for projects that improve community life and engage residents, without requiring a match or volunteer hours.

This funding opportunity supports educators in Lancaster County, Fort Lawn, and Great Falls, South Carolina, by providing financial resources for innovative and collaborative projects that enhance student learning.

This grant provides financial support for the preservation and restoration of historically significant buildings and sites in Richland County, South Carolina, while also funding educational programs that promote awareness of the county's historic resources.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Greenville, SC, focusing on culinary, cultural diversity, family, and music programs that benefit the local community.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit social service agencies in Greenville County for staff training and professional development to improve their service delivery capacity.

This funding opportunity provides multi-year, unrestricted financial support to small nonprofits in the Midlands that serve underserved communities, helping them strengthen their operations and sustain impactful services.

This grant provides funding for nonprofit organizations in Greenville County to implement projects that address community needs in areas such as arts, education, environment, health, and human services.

This grant provides funding to non-profit organizations in South Carolina that offer civil legal services, law-related education, or improve the justice system, with a focus on projects benefiting underserved populations and Horry County.

This program provides free marketing support to nonprofit organizations based in Greenville, SC, helping them improve their branding and messaging to better serve the local community.

The Charleston County Community Development Program has announced the opening of the application period for the 2025-2026 Urban Entitlement Funding Request for Applications (RFA). This program supports projects that align with the goals of the county's Consolidated Plan for Program Years 2021–2025. Applicants must clearly identify which goal their project addresses and include measurable outputs. Additionally, applications should specify whether the funding request is for Charleston County, the City of North Charleston, or both jurisdictions. The application window runs from November 25, 2024, at 4:00 PM EST to January 6, 2025, at 12:00 PM EST. Funding is available through several programs, including the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME Investment Partnership Program (HOME), Community Housing Development Organization (CHDO), and Emergency Solutions Grant (HESG). Each program has specific requirements, and applicants must submit all documents electronically via the Urban Entitlement Application in Neighborly. Signed forms must include an authorized representative’s signature. HESG applicants must also obtain an endorsement letter from the Lowcountry Continuum of Care, with requests due by December 13, 2024, at 12:00 PM EST. The required documents vary by program and include forms such as the Application Certification, Financial Statement Form, and budget templates specific to each grant type. Additional details can be found in Section 5 of the RFA Instructions. Workshops will be held to assist applicants on December 3, 2024, at City Hall in North Charleston and December 5, 2024, at the Charleston County Council Chambers. These sessions provide an opportunity to learn more about the application process and ask questions. Applicants may also submit written questions about the RFA process to Community Development staff by December 13, 2024, at 5:00 PM EST. Answers will be posted in an addendum on December 20, 2024. Town hall meetings will be hosted in participating jurisdictions to discuss program funding and gather community input, with meetings scheduled throughout November and December 2024. Projects must align with the Consolidated Plan's goals and provide measurable results. All applications and supporting materials must be submitted by the January 6, 2025, deadline through the designated portal. Late submissions will not be accepted. For additional information or support, applicants can email [email protected] or call (843) 202-6960.

This grant recognizes and rewards individuals in Spartanburg County who have shown exceptional dedication to improving their community through innovative leadership and civic engagement.