Grants in South Carolina: 171+ Funding Opportunities

Organizations in South Carolina can access federal grants open to all states, South Carolina-specific state agency funding, regional foundation awards, and corporate giving programs. GrantAQ tracks every active grant available to South Carolina nonprofits, schools, municipalities, and small businesses — and uses AI to match your organization to the funding you actually qualify for.

171+

Grants Available

$18.0M

Total Funding Tracked

$750K

Average Award

SC

State

Top Funding Categories in South Carolina

generalphilanthropyhealtheducationhousing

Active Grants in South Carolina

Duke Foundation
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Duke Foundation

Healthcare research (Carolinas)

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Bluecross Blueshield Of South Carolina Foundation — Grants Program
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Bluecross Blueshield Of South Carolina Foundation

Bluecross Blueshield Of South Carolina Foundation is a private foundation based in Columbia, SC. In 2023, the foundation distributed $18,012,367 in grants. Total assets: $328,060,513. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Beemok Family Foundation — Grants Program
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Beemok Family Foundation

Beemok Family Foundation is a private foundation based in Charleston, SC. In 2023, the foundation distributed $10,107,878 in grants. Total assets: $36,565,924. Primary focus area: education. This foundation makes grants to individuals as well as organizations. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Movement Resources — Grants Program
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Movement Resources

Movement Resources is a private foundation based in Fort Mill, SC. In 2023, the foundation distributed $44,405,000 in grants. Total assets: $248,438,138. Primary focus area: housing. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Peter B & Adeline W Ruffin Foundation Inc — Grants Program
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Peter B & Adeline W Ruffin Foundation Inc

Peter B & Adeline W Ruffin Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Kiawah Island, SC. In 2023, the foundation distributed $3,088,000 in grants. Total assets: $4,125,003. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Abney Foundation — Grants Program
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Abney Foundation

Abney Foundation is a private foundation based in Anderson, SC. In 2023, the foundation distributed $2,031,350 in grants. Total assets: $46,758,160. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Toby Cassels Foundation — Grants Program
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Toby Cassels Foundation

Toby Cassels Foundation is a private foundation based in Lexington, SC. In 2023, the foundation distributed $2,623,500 in grants. Total assets: $21,484,571. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Benzon Foundation Inc — Grants Program
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Benzon Foundation Inc

Benzon Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Landrum, SC. In 2023, the foundation distributed $1,015,500 in grants. Total assets: $12,887,700. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Delaney Family Foundation — Grants Program
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Delaney Family Foundation

Delaney Family Foundation is a private foundation based in Kiawah Island, SC. In 2023, the foundation distributed $1,900,000 in grants. Total assets: $5,866,331. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Nutramax Family Foundation — Grants Program
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Nutramax Family Foundation

Nutramax Family Foundation is a private foundation based in Lancaster, SC. In 2023, the foundation distributed $1,971,600 in grants. Total assets: $4,441,595. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Mary Black Foundation Inc — Grants Program
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Mary Black Foundation Inc

Mary Black Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Spartanburg, SC. In 2023, the foundation distributed $3,516,626 in grants. Total assets: $85,731,539. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Arkwright Foundation — Grants Program
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Arkwright Foundation

Arkwright Foundation is a private foundation based in Spartanburg, SC. In 2023, the foundation distributed $1,024,689 in grants. Total assets: $16,076,670. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Andy Quattlebaum And Blackwell Family Foundation — Grants Program
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Andy Quattlebaum And Blackwell Family Foundation

Andy Quattlebaum And Blackwell Family Foundation is a private foundation based in Pawleys Isl, SC. In 2023, the foundation distributed $2,424,700 in grants. Total assets: $7,799,262. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
W O And Ann Powers Foundation Inc — Grants Program
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W O And Ann Powers Foundation Inc

W O And Ann Powers Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Florence, SC. In 2023, the foundation distributed $4,000,000 in grants. Total assets: $3,633,150. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Milliken & Company Charitable Foundation — Grants Program
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Milliken & Company Charitable Foundation

Milliken & Company Charitable Foundation is a private foundation based in Spartanburg, SC. In 2023, the foundation distributed $2,201,248 in grants. Total assets: $11,330,669. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Lancaster County Partners For Youth Inc — Grants Program
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Lancaster County Partners For Youth Inc

Lancaster County Partners For Youth Inc is a private foundation based in Lancaster, SC. In 2023, the foundation distributed $2,813,783 in grants. Total assets: $14,220,506. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Roe Foundation — Grants Program
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Roe Foundation

Roe Foundation is a private foundation based in Greenville, SC. In 2023, the foundation distributed $6,441,143 in grants. Total assets: $7,970,644. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Cassels Foundation — Grants Program
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Cassels Foundation

Cassels Foundation is a private foundation based in Lexington, SC. In 2023, the foundation distributed $1,601,166 in grants. Total assets: $29,801,441. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Steven M & Joyce E Tadler Charitable Tr — Grants Program
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Steven M & Joyce E Tadler Charitable Tr

Steven M & Joyce E Tadler Charitable Tr is a private foundation based in Kiawah Island, SC. In 2023, the foundation distributed $1,099,228 in grants. Total assets: $15,118,684. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Gibbs Charitable Foundation — Grants Program
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Gibbs Charitable Foundation

Gibbs Charitable Foundation is a private foundation based in Spartanburg, SC. In 2023, the foundation distributed $1,471,850 in grants. Total assets: $55,959. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
The Springs Close Foundation Inc — Grants Program
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The Springs Close Foundation Inc

The Springs Close Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Fort Mill, SC. In 2023, the foundation distributed $1,400,044 in grants. Total assets: $35,293,118. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
The Ilsababy Foundation — Grants Program
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The Ilsababy Foundation

The Ilsababy Foundation is a private foundation based in Sullivans Is, SC. In 2023, the foundation distributed $3,080,000 in grants. Total assets: $9,233,474. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Nagrodsky Family Foundation — Grants Program
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Nagrodsky Family Foundation

Nagrodsky Family Foundation is a private foundation based in Charleston, SC. In 2023, the foundation distributed $2,106,000 in grants. Total assets: $4,701,628. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Comporium Foundation Inc — Grants Program
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Comporium Foundation Inc

Comporium Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Rock Hill, SC. In 2023, the foundation distributed $1,051,842 in grants. Total assets: $20,418,556. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline

Frequently Asked Questions: South Carolina Grants

What types of grants are available in South Carolina?

South Carolina organizations can access federal grants (open to all states), South Carolina-specific state agency grants, regional foundation grants, and local community foundation awards. Federal programs represent the largest pool; state agency grants often have shorter application cycles and local preference.

Do I need to be incorporated in South Carolina to apply for state grants?

For most South Carolina state agency grants, yes — organizations must be registered to do business in South Carolina and often must demonstrate primary service delivery within the state. Federal grants are open regardless of incorporation state, provided your program serves eligible populations.

How do I find South Carolina state grant opportunities?

South Carolina state agency grants are published through the state grants portal, individual agency websites (health department, arts commission, housing finance agency, etc.), and GrantAQ's aggregated database. GrantAQ pulls all active state grants alongside federal and foundation opportunities so you see everything in one place.

What is the deadline cycle for South Carolina grants?

South Carolina state grant deadlines vary widely by agency. Many education and health grants align with the state fiscal year (often July 1). Community development grants may have spring deadlines. Federal grants follow agency-specific cycles. GrantAQ tracks all deadlines and sends alerts before they close.

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