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South Carolina Recreation Grants

Explore 44 grant opportunities

Accommodations Fee Funding
Contact for amount
Berkeley County Tourism Department
Local

Application Deadline

Feb 28, 2026

Date Added

Feb 10, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local organizations in Berkeley County for tourism-related projects that enhance infrastructure, cultural programming, and visitor services.

Community Development
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Recreation Trails Program
$100,000
South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism
State

Application Deadline

Feb 7, 2025

Date Added

Dec 1, 2023

This funding opportunity provides financial support for the development and improvement of public recreational trails and facilities, targeting local, state, and federal agencies, as well as qualified nonprofits and private organizations.

Recreation
County governments
Community Enhancement Grant
Contact for amount
Greenwood County Community Foundation (GCCF)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 10, 2024

This funding opportunity supports projects that improve the quality of life in Greenwood County through initiatives in arts, community development, parks, recreation, and animal welfare.

Community Development
Nonprofits
John S. and James L. Knight Foundation Donor-Advised Fund Grants
$50,000
Waccamaw Community Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 5, 2023

South Carolina: John S. and James L. Knight Foundation Donor-Advised Fund Grants are available for project proposals within Horry County. The fund supports local grassroots programs and seeks to invest in civic innovators addressing funding priorities such as attracting and retaining talented individuals, expanding economic opportunity, and fostering a culture of engagement. The design of places is considered crucial in achieving these goals.

Humanities
Nonprofits
Litter Crew Grant
$10,000
PalmettoPride
Private

Application Deadline

Dec 1, 2024

Date Added

Nov 6, 2024

This grant provides funding to South Carolina municipalities, litter control organizations, and community groups for litter removal projects, especially in areas that are challenging for volunteers to access safely.

Transportation
County governments
Boating Infrastructure Grant (BIG) Program
$1,500,000
South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 1, 2026

This program provides funding to public and private marinas in South Carolina to develop and improve facilities for transient recreational boaters, enhancing access to waterways and supporting local economies.

Transportation
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Richland County Accommodations Tax Grants
Contact for amount
Richland County
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 27, 2025

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.

Community Development
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Tourism Advertising Grant Program
$100,000
South Carolina Department of Parks Recreation and Tourism (SCPRT)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 28, 2026

This program provides matching funds to South Carolina tourism organizations and local governments for advertising campaigns that promote tourism and attract visitors from outside the state.

Business and Commerce
City or township governments
NFL Foundation Grassroots Program
$250,000
National Football League (NFL) Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 23, 2025

This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations and schools in underserved communities to improve local football fields, ensuring safe and accessible spaces for youth sports and community engagement.

Science and Technology
Nonprofits
Emerging Destination Marketing Grant Program
$200,000
South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism (SCPRT)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 28, 2026

This program provides financial assistance to nonprofit organizations responsible for marketing tourism in specific South Carolina cities or counties, enabling them to enhance out-of-state promotional efforts and attract new visitors.

Business and Commerce
Nonprofits
Competitive Major Grants
$125,000
SC American Revolution Sestercentennial Commission
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 1, 2025

This program provides funding to South Carolina organizations and local governments for projects that promote public understanding of the state's role in the American Revolution, including exhibits, educational initiatives, and historic tourism efforts.

Humanities
County governments
Neighborhood Enrichment Grant Program
$2,500
Richland County Community Planning & Development
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 24, 2025

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.

Community Development
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Accommodations Tax Grant Program
Contact for amount
City of Charleston
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 16, 2024

This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations, religious entities, and government bodies in Charleston to support tourism-related projects that enhance cultural programming and attract visitors to the area.

Arts
Nonprofits
Competitive Premier Project Grants
Contact for amount
SC American Revolution Sestercentennial Commission
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 1, 2025

This grant provides funding for large-scale projects that commemorate South Carolina's contributions to the American Revolution, targeting local governments, historical organizations, and community groups with strong ties to the state.

Humanities
Nonprofits
City of Isle of Palms ATAX Grant
$35,000
City of Isle of Palms
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 31, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and city departments that promote tourism and enhance visitor experiences in Isle of Palms, with a focus on projects that attract overnight stays and benefit the local economy.

Arts
Nonprofits
Undiscovered SC Grant
$200,000
South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism (SCPRT)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 28, 2026

This grant provides financial support to South Carolina county and municipal governments to develop and enhance tourism attractions that can draw visitors from outside their local area.

Recreation
County governments
Grand Strand Chapter Spring Grant Program
$1,500
South Carolina Native Plant Society (SCNPS)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 30, 2025

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.

Agriculture
Nonprofits
Destination Specific Tourism Marketing Grant
Contact for amount
South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism (SCPRT)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 28, 2026

This program provides financial support to established destination marketing organizations in South Carolina for large-scale tourism promotion campaigns that aim to boost visitor numbers and economic impact.

Business and Commerce
Nonprofits
City of Camden Accommodations Tax Grant
Contact for amount
City of Camden (Finance Department)
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 28, 2025

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Camden and Kershaw County for tourism-related projects and events that encourage overnight stays and boost local economic impact.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Hospitality Tax Grants
$30,000
Richland County Office of Budget and Strategic Management (RCBSM)
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 27, 2025

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.

Community Development
Nonprofits