Costco Foundation Community Service 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. Grants from Costco Foundation help community-focused groups strengthen services where Costco operates. Funding decisions consider demonstrated community need, measurable outcomes, collaboration, and a broad base of financial support.
Costco Foundation
Creag Foundation Innovation Grants in South Carolina
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations with innovative human services or community-focused programs can apply for invitation-only support that may benefit tourism-related efforts in South Carolina. Focused on new approaches to social issues, Creag Foundation invites eligible organizations to submit a letter of inquiry if they believe their work fits the foundation’s funding priorities.
Creag Foundation
Youth Welfare Grants for Nonprofits from DanPaul Foundation
501(c)(3) nonprofits serving youth through health, education, development, or welfare programs can apply for DanPaul Foundation grants of up to US $15,000. Funding supports areas like child advocacy, homelessness, poverty, clean air and water, and refugee enrichment. South Carolina organizations with youth-focused environmental or community programs may be especially well positioned.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation Grants for Tourism Innovation
Early-stage, impact-first nonprofit and mission-driven for-profit organizations working on scalable social or environmental solutions, including in South Carolina, can access funding and support through Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation; awards up to US $300,000 over three years. Grants from Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation help tourism and ecotourism initiatives that benefit underserved communities and can reach at least 10,000 people within five years.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Tech-Enabled Social Impact Funding from Cisco
Nonprofit and NGO programs using technology for crisis response, education, economic empowerment, or climate resilience can seek Global Impact Cash Grants supporting innovative, early-stage social solutions in South Carolina and worldwide. Cisco Systems Foundation prioritizes projects serving predominantly economically underserved communities and accepts year-round applications beginning with a brief letter of inquiry.
Cisco Systems Foundation
Community Safety and Development Grants from State Farm
South Carolina nonprofits, educational institutions, government programs, and volunteer fire companies working on safety, education, or community development can access funding through State Farm Companies Foundation’s Good Neighbor Citizenship Company Grants. Projects such as disaster preparedness, neighborhood revitalization, workforce training, and financial literacy may benefit tourism-related communities by strengthening local infrastructure and economic vitality.
State Farm Companies Foundation
South Carolina Community Health Funding via Labcorp
South Carolina nonprofits and other eligible charitable organizations can receive funding for health, education, and community initiatives that expand equitable care and services. Labcorp Charitable Foundation provides support for programs such as food pantries, healthcare for underserved populations, STEM education, and healthy lifestyle promotion, which may benefit tourism-related organizations focused on community wellbeing.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation Youth Grants
Organizations serving children and youth in education, health, or family economic stability can apply for Michael & Susan Dell Foundation grants of more than US $50,000 to support projects or scaling efforts. Eligible entities in South Carolina and other U.S. locations, as well as India and South Africa, may benefit if they meet the foundation’s focus 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 in South Carolina communities where PNC operates can apply for PNC Foundation’s Foundation Grant. Funding may support programs like preschool learning, arts and culture, neighborhood revitalization, affordable housing, small-business support, or community services that benefit low- and moderate-income residents and local economies.
PNC Foundation
Community and Environment Funding for Charities from Roche
Charitable organizations running community, environmental, educational, humanitarian, or arts projects in South Carolina and worldwide can seek support for accredited, high-quality initiatives. Focused on community and environment, Roche invites projects that promote sustainable development, engage employees, and may include ecotourism or tourism-related efforts when they align with its four global philanthropic focus areas.
La Roche, Inc.
Humanitarian Health Funding from Semnani Family Foundation
Nonprofit and humanitarian organizations providing health, education, or disaster relief services can seek support for marginalized communities worldwide, including South Carolina. Semnani Family Foundation provides funding for programs such as healthcare access, women’s and children’s health, literacy, and humanitarian aid, which may benefit travel and tourism efforts that serve vulnerable or underserved populations.
Semnani Family Foundation
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust Grants for South Carolina Nonprofits
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in South Carolina seeking support for charitable, educational, scientific, or medical programs can apply for funding used within the U.S. With a mission to strengthen broad-impact initiatives, Sidney Stern Memorial Trust provides eligible organizations with support that may benefit tourism-related projects connected to education, health, or scientific efforts.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
South Carolina Tourism Funding via Parks Department
South Carolina tourism and sports nonprofits recruiting new sporting events can access funding through the South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation & Tourism for advertising, bid fees, and event-related equipment rentals. This 1:1 matching STAR grant offers US $5,000 - US $50,000 per event to boost sports tourism, visitor spending, and local quality of life.
South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation & Tourism
Bank of America Support for Community Development
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in South Carolina working on community development, basic needs, workforce education, arts, environment, or diversity programs can seek sponsorship support that strengthens local quality of life. Bank of America Foundation sponsorships may benefit tourism and ecotourism initiatives that preserve neighborhoods, enhance cultural offerings, or support vibrant community experiences.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
South Carolina Social Services Funding via Gupta Family Foundation
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Nonprofit organizations helping disadvantaged people become self-reliant can apply for Gupta Family Foundation support, with grants ranging from US $5,000 - US $250,000. With a mission to strengthen human and social services, the foundation provides funding to smaller organizations, including those whose tourism or ecotourism programs address poverty, disability, or humanitarian needs.
Gupta Family Foundation
Storytelling Funding for Nonprofits from Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
Applications due Sep 25, 2026
Focused on storytelling and impact communication, this grant invites U.S. 501(c)(3) nonprofits and aligned for-profits to enhance how they share their work. Organizations in South Carolina working in wildlife conservation, historic preservation, education, wellness, or related fields may be eligible to receive more than US $50,000 to tell powerful stories of their community impact.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
South Carolina Ecotourism Funding via Robinson Foundation
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
South Carolina 501(c)(3) organizations working on ecotourism-related conservation, wildlife, or nature programs can access funding through Robinson Foundation if they serve communities in the Southern region. Grants support single-year projects in areas like environmental conservation, education, and poverty relief that show tangible, meaningful impact and clear results, but not capital or facilities projects.
Robinson Foundation
Insperity Community Services Grants in South Carolina
Applications due Oct 16, 2026
With a mission to support community services, Insperity provides South Carolina 501(c)(3) nonprofits with philanthropic grants or event sponsorships to advance key service and fundraising goals. Eligible organizations must either engage Insperity employees, be Insperity clients, or serve communities where its employees live and work; applications are reviewed within about 45 days.
Insperity
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Support for Ecotourism
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations working on community services, environmental conservation, or peacebuilding can apply for funding that may benefit ecotourism and tourism efforts in South Carolina. Focused on respecting life, people, and the environment, the Dudley T Dougherty Foundation supports projects that advance positive change in an ever-changing world.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc
South Carolina Community 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 within 30 miles of a Georgia-Pacific manufacturing community can apply for Georgia-Pacific Foundation grants supporting education, entrepreneurship, environment, and community enrichment. Tourism and ecotourism initiatives that strengthen local communities and align with these focus areas may be eligible.
Georgia-Pacific Foundation
Youth and Basic Needs Grants from TJX Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations supporting basic needs, at-risk youth enrichment, workforce readiness, or domestic violence safety can seek funding, including in South Carolina. The Tjx Foundation invites eligible groups located within 15 miles of a TJX store, distribution center, or office to submit a letter of inquiry for program support.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Ameriprise Financial Support for Community Vitality
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in South Carolina working on basic needs, community development, or cultural enrichment may be eligible for funding that strengthens community vitality. Focused on hunger, housing, workforce readiness, financial literacy, and arts access, Ameriprise Financial invites U.S.-based nonprofits with strong volunteer engagement and measurable outcomes to apply.
Ameriprise Financial
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Grants for South Carolina Communities
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations improving community quality of life in South Carolina can seek project, operating, or capital support for programs serving underserved people. Grants from O'Reilly Automotive Foundation help U.S. community-based nonprofits address economic stability, workforce development, health and social services, and disaster relief, which may benefit tourism-related communities where O’Reilly Auto Parts operates.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
Chick Fil A Foundation Grants for Community Programs
Applications due May 1, 2027
South Carolina tourism and community nonprofits can access funding through Chick Fil A Foundation to support youth education, housing, food security, and environmental stewardship programs. Eligible applicants are 501(c)(3) organizations in the U.S. or equivalent charities in Canada, the United Kingdom, or Singapore, with awards ranging from US $30,000 - US $350,000.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc
US $100,000 - US $200,000
South Carolina Parks Tourism Marketing Grants
Applications due Jun 5, 2027
Tourism-focused 501(c) nonprofits in South Carolina can access funding for out-of-state destination marketing, including paid advertising, search engine marketing, and media FAM tour costs. South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation & Tourism offers US $100,000 - US $200,000 on a 2:1 private cash match basis for highly developed emerging tourism destinations.
South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation & Tourism
Community Partnership Funding for Nonprofits from Mutual of America Foundation
Applications due Jul 1, 2027
Nonprofit organizations in South Carolina with strong community partnerships can apply for Mutual of America Foundation's national Community Partnership Award to recognize exemplary collaborative initiatives. Eligible U.S. nonprofits working with public, private, or social sector partners may be honored for impactful, replicable programs addressing significant social issues and improving community well-being.
Mutual Of America Foundation