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South Carolina grants for Public and State controlled institutions of higher education

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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
Alzheimer’s Resource Coordination Center (ARCC) Grant Program
$50,000
South Carolina Department on Aging (ARCC)
State

Application Deadline

Apr 10, 2026

Date Added

Mar 31, 2026

This grant provides financial support to organizations in South Carolina for developing and delivering services and educational programs specifically for individuals affected by Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias, as well as their caregivers.

Health
Nonprofits
South Carolina Opioid Recovery Fund – Discretionary Subfund Grant
Contact for amount
South Carolina Opioid Recovery Fund Board
State

Application Deadline

May 31, 2026

Date Added

Apr 1, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to various organizations in South Carolina that are implementing evidence-based strategies to combat the opioid epidemic in the state.

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 to stimulate economic growth and resilience.

Community Development
Special district governments
Byrne State Crisis Intervention Program
Contact for amount
South Carolina Department of Public Safety
State

Application Deadline

Apr 10, 2026

Date Added

Apr 1, 2026

This program provides federal funding to state and local governments, educational institutions, and nonprofits in South Carolina to implement evidence-based initiatives aimed at reducing gun violence and improving public safety through behavioral health interventions and crisis response strategies.

Safety
County 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
Term Arts Education Project Grants
$15,000
South Carolina Arts Commission
Private

Application Deadline

Apr 23, 2026

Date Added

Mar 24, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations, colleges, and government units in South Carolina to enhance arts education programs for preschool and K–12 students, particularly in underserved areas.

Arts
Nonprofits
Collegiate Recycling Grant
$10,000
South Carolina Department of Environmental Services
State

Application Deadline

May 29, 2026

Date Added

Apr 1, 2026

This funding program provides financial support to South Carolina colleges and universities for projects that promote recycling, waste reduction, and sustainability initiatives on their campuses.

Environment
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
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
Urban Entitlement Grants Program
Contact for amount
Charleston County
Local

Application Deadline

Apr 22, 2026

Date Added

Apr 1, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations working on housing, infrastructure, and community development projects that benefit low- and moderate-income residents in Charleston County, South Carolina.

Housing
Nonprofits
Folklife & Traditional Arts Project Grants
$6,000
South Carolina Arts Commission (SCAC)
State

Application Deadline

Apr 23, 2026

Date Added

Mar 31, 2026

This funding opportunity supports South Carolina nonprofit organizations, colleges, and government units in preserving and promoting traditional arts that reflect the state's diverse cultural heritage.

Arts
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
K-12 Catalyst Grants for STEM Education
$5,000
Battelle Savannah River Alliance
Private

Application Deadline

May 30, 2026

Date Added

Mar 26, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to K-12 teachers and school administrators in South Carolina and Georgia for innovative STEM projects that enhance student engagement and real-world problem-solving skills.

Education
Individuals
Graduate Student Grants
$22,000
U.S. Department of Agriculture (National Institute of Food and Agriculture)
Private

Application Deadline

May 8, 2026

Date Added

Apr 10, 2025

This funding opportunity supports graduate students in the Southern U.S. conducting research projects that promote sustainable agriculture and address key challenges faced by farmers and agricultural communities.

Agriculture
Individuals
FY25 Bureau of Land Management Invasive and Noxious Plant Management- Bureau wide
$500,000
U.S. Department of the Interior (Bureau of Land Management)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jul 23, 2025

Date Added

Jun 24, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to state and local governments, tribal organizations, and nonprofits for projects aimed at managing and controlling invasive and noxious plant species on public lands across the U.S.

Natural Resources
State governments
South Carolina Migrant Education Program (MEP)
$62,500
South Carolina Department of Education
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 17, 2024

This grant provides funding to local educational agencies and organizations to improve educational opportunities and support services for migratory children and youth affected by seasonal agricultural or fishing work in South Carolina.

Education
Independent school districts
FY24 DEFENSE ESTABLISHED PROGRAM TO STIMULATE COMPETITIVE RESEARCH (DEPSCoR) CAPACITY BUILDING (CB)
$1,500,000
U.S. Department of Defense (Air Force Office of Scientific Research)
Federal

Application Deadline

Nov 25, 2024

Date Added

Mar 29, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to universities in specific states and territories to enhance their research capabilities in science and engineering, aligning with the needs of the Department of Defense.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Anderson County Watershed Protection Council Grant
$50,000
Anderson Water Council
Local

Application Deadline

Aug 29, 2024

Date Added

Jun 12, 2024

The Anderson Water Council is currently accepting applications for grants focused on the protection and remediation of water resources within Anderson County, specifically within Georgia and South Carolina. This grant program is designed to align with the Anderson Water Council's mission to assist Savannah Riverkeeper and Upstate Forever in identifying, prioritizing, and funding projects that empower citizens to address existing and emerging threats to water resources. The core objective is to restore water quality in the impacted areas of the Savannah River watershed. The target beneficiaries for this grant funding include not-for-profit charitable corporations or trusts authorized to operate in South Carolina or Georgia with a mission aligned with the Water Council's goals. Additionally, the Georgia and South Carolina Department of Natural Resources, Forestry Commissions, and Departments of Parks, Recreation, and Tourism are eligible. Educators, municipalities, school systems, and any agency, commission, or instrumentality of such a municipality in the impacted areas are also encouraged to apply. The impact goals are centered on empowering local communities to take action and collect and publicly share water quality data, ultimately leading to improved water quality. The program prioritizes projects that empower local communities to actively participate in water resource management, particularly those focused on data collection and public sharing of water quality information. Funding is also available for water restoration projects. The Water Council is particularly interested in initiatives that foster citizen engagement and education around water resource issues. The expected outcomes include a more engaged citizenry, increased awareness of water quality threats, and the implementation of effective water restoration efforts. Measurable results for citizen empowerment and education projects typically see average individual grant awards ranging from $10,000 to $50,000, while water restoration projects can receive up to $100,000. Grants may also include multi-year awards, not exceeding three years. The Anderson Water Council's strategic priority is to support initiatives that contribute directly to the restoration and protection of the Savannah River watershed, with a strong emphasis on community-led solutions and data-driven approaches. Their theory of change suggests that by empowering local communities with funding and support for data collection and restoration, significant improvements in water quality and resource protection can be achieved.

Infrastructure
Nonprofits
Appalachian Regional Energy Hub Initiative
$5,000,000
Appalachian Regional Commission
State

Application Deadline

Jul 24, 2024

Date Added

Jun 13, 2024

The Appalachian Regional Energy Hub Initiative aims to strengthen regional economies by investing in energy resilience through research and planning grants, and implementation grants. The initiative focuses on establishing a regional energy hub for natural gas and natural gas liquids, including hydrogen production. Eligible applicants include local development districts, Indian Tribes, states, counties, cities, and higher education institutions, among others. The total funding available is $5 million, with a grant proposal due by July 24, 2024.

Energy
Nonprofits
Summer Arts Education Project Grants
$15,000
South Carolina Arts Commission
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 27, 2024

This funding opportunity supports South Carolina nonprofit organizations, colleges, and government units in providing arts education programs for preschool and K-12 students during the summer, enhancing access to quality arts instruction aligned with state educational standards.

Arts
City or township governments