South Carolina Infrastructure Funding via Appalachian Regional Commission
State and local agencies, local governing boards, nonprofits, tribes, and higher education institutions in eligible Appalachian counties in South Carolina can apply for Appalachian Regional Commission’s Area Development grants to fund critical infrastructure and workforce or business development projects. Organizations whose food access or hunger programs intersect with water, wastewater, transportation, broadband, or workforce initiatives may be eligible.
Appalachian Regional Commission
Costco Foundation Community Services Grants in South Carolina
Nonprofit organizations in South Carolina that are 501(c)(3)s and run programs for children, education, or health and human services may be eligible for monetary support that could complement food access and hunger initiatives. Grants from Costco Foundation help community-focused nonprofits serving local residents in areas where Costco does business.
Costco Foundation
Youth and Hunger Relief Grants from DanPaul Foundation
501(c)(3) nonprofits in South Carolina working on youth health, education, development, or welfare, including food access and hunger, can apply for DanPaul Foundation grants up to US $15,000. Funding supports programs such as child advocacy, homelessness and poverty services, refugee enrichment, clean air and water education, and related youth-focused initiatives worldwide.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation Grants for Food Access
Early-stage, impact-first nonprofits and mission-driven for-profits working on food access and hunger in South Carolina can apply for up to US $300,000 over three years to scale proven solutions. Grants from Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation support scalable social impact ventures serving underserved communities across priority regions, including the U.S.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Food Security Funding from Cisco Systems Foundation
Nonprofit and NGO programs using technology to improve food security and other basic needs in South Carolina and beyond can apply for Global Impact Cash Grants, with awards up to US $100,000. Cisco Systems Foundation supports innovative, tech-enabled crisis response, education, and economic empowerment efforts serving predominantly economically underserved communities.
Cisco Systems Foundation
Food Access Grants for Nonprofits from State Farm
South Carolina nonprofits, educational institutions, government programs, and volunteer fire companies working on food access and hunger can access funding through State Farm Companies Foundation for safety, education, and community development initiatives. Projects addressing food insecurity alongside efforts like neighborhood revitalization, financial literacy, or disaster preparedness may be eligible under the Good Neighbor Citizenship company grants program.
State Farm Companies Foundation
South Carolina Food Access Funding via Labcorp Charitable Foundation
South Carolina nonprofits addressing food access, hunger, health, education, or community services can access funding via Labcorp Charitable Foundation to support programs like food pantries, meal services, and related community initiatives. The foundation supports U.S.-based 501(c)(3) and equivalent organizations working in health and welfare, education, and community, with requests reviewed in March and September.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation Youth Grants
Nonprofits, social enterprises, schools, and other eligible organizations in South Carolina working on education, child health, or family economic stability for urban low-income youth can apply for Michael & Susan Dell Foundation grants; awards more than US $50,000 for project support or scaling. Programs must operate in the U.S. and align with the foundation’s mission and values.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Community Development Grants for Nonprofits from PNC Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations working on early childhood education or community and economic development can apply for PNC Foundation’s Foundation Grant in South Carolina communities where PNC has a significant presence. Funding may support programs such as job training, human services, or neighborhood revitalization that benefit low- and moderate-income families, which can include food access and hunger initiatives.
PNC Foundation
Food and Health Funding from Semnani Family Foundation
Nonprofit and humanitarian organizations addressing food access, hunger, health care, and disaster relief can seek support, including work in South Carolina. Semnani Family Foundation provides global marginalized communities with funding for health, education, and emergency aid projects, and may support programs improving food security and related human services in eligible countries and the U.S.
Semnani Family Foundation
Bank of America Support for Community Food
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations addressing food access and hunger in South Carolina can seek sponsorship support for community-focused programs. Bank of America Foundation supports initiatives that preserve neighborhoods, provide basic needs like food and emergency shelter, and advance workforce development and community development, with grants made at the foundation’s discretion under its housing, jobs, and hunger strategies.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
South Carolina Human Services Funding via Gupta Family Foundation
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Nonprofit organizations working on poverty, hunger, disability services, or humanitarian relief in South Carolina and other eligible countries can seek support for programs that help disadvantaged people become self-reliant. With a mission to uplift disadvantaged individuals, Gupta Family Foundation provides annual and multi-year grants ranging from US $5,000 - US $250,000 to smaller, non-sectarian organizations worldwide.
Gupta Family Foundation
South Carolina Community Funding via Perdue Foundation
Applications due Aug 1, 2026
South Carolina 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on food access, hunger, community health, education, environment, agriculture, poverty services, or public safety can apply for up to US $1,000 in corporate giving support. The Franklin P. and Arthur W. Perdue Foundation requires nonprofit, tax-exempt status and a Perdue associate endorsement for all requests.
Franklin P. and Arthur W. Perdue Foundation
Food Lion Feeds Grants for South Carolina Hunger Relief
Applications due Sep 17, 2026
With a mission to fight hunger, this program provides South Carolina 501(c)(3) nonprofits with funding strictly for purchasing food for hunger-relief efforts. Grants from the Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation are available bi-annually to organizations operating within 20 miles of a Food Lion store in eligible states, including South Carolina.
Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation Inc.
Perdue Foundation Grants for South Carolina Food Access
Applications due Sep 30, 2026
South Carolina 501(c)(3) nonprofits addressing food access and hunger, along with related community needs, can seek more than US $1,000 to support programs and events. Focused on agriculture, environment, education, poverty, health, and public safety, the Franklin P. and Arthur W. Perdue Foundation prioritizes communities near its facilities and where associates are involved.
Franklin P. and Arthur W. Perdue Foundation
South Carolina Community Funding via Robinson Foundation
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
South Carolina 501(c)(3) organizations serving food access, poverty relief, or related community needs in the Southern region can access funding through the Robinson Foundation for single-year program support. Eligible nonprofits must be at least three years old and work in areas such as children and families, disaster relief, medical assistance, or other humanitarian services.
Robinson Foundation
Insperity Community Services Grants in South Carolina
Applications due Oct 16, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations providing community services in South Carolina, particularly where Insperity employees live and work or where the nonprofit is an Insperity client, can seek philanthropic grants or event sponsorships. With a mission to support communities, Insperity provides funding to help approved charities meet key service, financial, and outreach goals.
Insperity
South Carolina Community Programs Funding via Georgia-Pacific Foundation
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Charitable 501(c)(3) organizations, public schools, and qualified local government entities in South Carolina can apply for Georgia-Pacific Foundation’s grants to support education, entrepreneurship, community enrichment, environment, and human services programs. Eligible applicants must be located within 30 miles of a Georgia-Pacific manufacturing community and serving communities where the company operates; food access initiatives may be included.
Georgia-Pacific Foundation
Lawrence Foundation Support for Community Programs
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, public schools, and libraries in South Carolina working on community or environmental programs can seek general operating or project support through the Lawrence Foundation; awards US $5,000 - US $10,000. With a mission to support environmental and human services work, the foundation provides unrestricted grants that may benefit food access and hunger initiatives.
Lawrence Foundation
American Honda Motor Grants for Environment
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
South Carolina nonprofits and schools running environmental programs can access funding through American Honda Motor for decarbonization, clean energy, and efficient use of natural resources. Eligible 501(c)(3) organizations and public or private schools may receive US $25,000 - US $100,000 for initiatives like energy upgrades, onsite solar or wind, recycling, composting, or food recovery.
American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
Ameriprise Financial Support for Food Access
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
South Carolina food access and hunger nonprofits can seek funding to address basic needs like hunger, shelter, and adult self-sufficiency through Ameriprise Financial’s community grants. Organizations with 501(c)(3) status serving U.S. clients and engaging Ameriprise volunteers may be competitive, especially those focused on food banks, meal programs, and related economic stability services.
Ameriprise Financial
Jewish Education Grants for Nonprofits via Coastal Community Foundation
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
Nonprofit organizations in Beaufort and Charleston counties preserving Jewish identity and culture or offering STEM education for youth can apply for approximately US $7,500 from Coastal Community Foundation. This invitation-only program supports community-strengthening initiatives and may benefit South Carolina nonprofits whose food or hunger work intersects with Jewish life or youth education.
Coastal Community Foundation of South Carolina
Dr Scholl Foundation Grants for South Carolina Programs
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in South Carolina can seek project funding in education, social services, health care, civic and cultural, or environmental programs through the Dr Scholl Foundation, with awards from US $5,000 - US $25,000. Grants from Dr Scholl Foundation help organizations that may include food access and hunger work within these broad categories.
Dr Scholl Foundation
Spartanburg County Foundation Support for Food Access
Letter of inquiry due Mar 17, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) and tax-exempt organizations improving quality of life, educational achievement, or economic mobility for Spartanburg County residents can apply for Spartanburg County Foundation’s Continuous Improvement Grants, offering up to US $35,000. Programs that expand food access, reduce hunger, and support household stability in South Carolina may benefit from this one-year funding opportunity.
Spartanburg County Foundation
Spinks Family Foundation Support for South Carolina Food Security
Applications due Mar 30, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in South Carolina working on food security, education, health, or mental health can seek large grants of more than US $10,000. Focused on community well-being, Spinks Family Foundation invites groups serving the Upstate, Midlands, and Lowcountry with strong volunteer engagement to apply during its annual March cycle.
Spinks Family Foundation
Chick Fil A Foundation Grants for Food Programs
Applications due May 1, 2027
South Carolina nonprofits addressing food access, hunger, youth housing, education, or environmental stewardship can access funding through Chick Fil A Foundation’s True Inspiration Awards. U.S. 501(c)(3) organizations may receive US $30,000 - US $350,000 for programs such as combating food insecurity, community gardens, outdoor classrooms, or services supporting underserved youth and their families.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc
Yawkey Foundation Support for Human Services
Letter of inquiry due Jun 19, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations providing basic human needs and human services, including food assistance, in Eastern Massachusetts and Georgetown County, South Carolina can seek up to US $100,000 for program or small capital needs. Grants from Yawkey Foundation help South Carolina food access and hunger nonprofits fund timebound projects, equipment, or other non-salary program costs.
Yawkey Foundation