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South Carolina Community Development Grants

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

Application Deadline

Not specified

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
Thriving Communities Grant Program
Contact for amount
Norfolk Southern
Private

Application Deadline

Aug 3, 2026

Date Added

Jul 19, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations, local governments, and public schools in selected states to implement sustainability initiatives, workforce development, and community resilience programs that enhance the quality of life and economic vitality in their communities.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Weyerhaeuser Giving Fund
Contact for amount
Weyerhaeuser
Private

Application Deadline

Sep 30, 2026

Date Added

May 21, 2026

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations, public education institutions, and government entities in U.S. and Canadian communities where Weyerhaeuser operates, focusing on projects that improve quality of life through affordable housing, education, environmental stewardship, and workforce development.

Community Development
Nonprofits
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
Wellness Within Reach Initiative
$2,000,000
South Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (SCDHHS)
State

Application Deadline

Jun 1, 2026

Date Added

Apr 17, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to South Carolina-based healthcare providers, nonprofits, and local governments to improve access to mobile health services and crisis response for rural communities.

Health
Nonprofits
Community Disaster Relief Grant Program
Contact for amount
Norfolk Southern
Private

Application Deadline

May 31, 2026

Date Added

May 4, 2026

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Georgia that are working on recovery projects following the recent wildfires.

Disaster Prevention and Relief
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, 2027

Date Added

Mar 31, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Greenville County, South Carolina, for projects that enhance community well-being in areas such as education, health, arts, and animal welfare.

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

Application Deadline

Sep 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 underserved communities.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Area Development Program
Contact for amount
Appalachian Regional Commission
Federal
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 to stimulate economic growth and resilience.

Community Development
Special district governments
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
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
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
Safety First Grant Program
Contact for amount
Norfolk Southern
Private

Application Deadline

Aug 3, 2026

Date Added

May 4, 2026

This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations and government entities within 30 miles of Norfolk Southern's rail lines to improve community safety through targeted projects and initiatives.

Safety
Nonprofits
National Trust Preservation Funds (NTPF)
$5,000
National Trust for Historic Preservation
Private

Application Deadline

Jun 1, 2026

Date Added

May 21, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local nonprofits and public agencies in designated U.S. states to initiate and promote community-driven historic preservation projects.

Community Development
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