139 South Carolina Community Economic Development Grants

139 Community and Economic Development Grants for South Carolina

Discover grants that support community and economic development initiatives in distressed and underserved communities. Funding is available for neighborhood revitalization, infrastructure improvements, technical assistance, and capacity-building. Additional grants support beautification efforts and development projects that stimulate local economies and enhance overall well-being.

Economic development funding spans everything from small-business loans to major infrastructure grants. Sort by recipient type, location, or project type above to match your initiative. GrantWatch helps organizations manage the entire funding process, from grant prospecting to post-award reporting, with tools such as the Grant Prospecting Dashboard, Grant Funding Pipeline, GrantWatch Intelligence™, and the AI Grant Writing Tool - built for multi-phase development projects.

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Grants to USA Tribal Entities to Encourage Economic Independence in Native Communities

Deadline: 08/27/26

Grants to USA and territories tribes and tribal entities to encourage economic independence in Native American communities. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to grow local economies and stren...

GrantWatch ID#: 231650

Grants to USA Tribes and Tribal Organizations to Improve Health Programs

Deadline: 08/28/26

Grants to USA tribes and tribal organizations to improve health programs in tribal communities. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended for activities to improve the management capacity of Tribes a...

GrantWatch ID#: 212450

Prize to a USA Individual Artist or Team of Artists for the Creation of Outdoor Artwork

Deadline: 08/28/26

Prize of $10,000 to a USA individual artist or team of artists for the creation of outdoor artwork. Artists will participate in a competition to produce a vibrant wall mural. Eligible proposals for artwork should be appealing to local business owners, residents, a...

GrantWatch ID#: 222297
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Cooperative Agreement to a USA Entity to Assist Small Businesses in the Transportation Industry

Deadline: 08/30/26

Cooperative agreement to a USA or territories IHE, nonprofit organization, or transportation-related organization to provide technical assistance to small businesses in multiple states attempting to compete for transportation contracts. Applicants are advised that...

GrantWatch ID#: 231750
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Grants to USA Organizations for Projects in the Areas of Community, Environment, and Populatio...

Deadline: 08/31/26

Grants to USA organizations for projects in the areas of community and population growth. New applicants must submit a Letter of Inquiry. Environmental projects are also supported in eligible regions of Pennsylvania. Eligible projects will improve the local qualit...

GrantWatch ID#: 163910
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Grants to South Carolina Nonprofits, Schools, and Agencies for Planting Projects

Deadline: 08/31/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to South Carolina nonprofit organizations, neighborhood associations, garden clubs, schools, government agencies, faith-based entities, and public gardens for planting activities in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects in com...

GrantWatch ID#: 181933
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Grants to USA Agencies for Projects to Restore and Improve Hazardous Dams

Deadline: 08/31/26

Grants to USA and territories government agencies for projects to restore and improve hazardous dams. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Grant funds may be requested either for projects that are construction-read...

GrantWatch ID#: 203418
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Opportunity for International Entrepreneurs for Social and Environmental Projects

Deadline: 08/31/26

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International individuals, social entrepreneurs, and businesses to participate in a contest to address social and environmental concerns. The contest is intended for young adults between the ages of 18 and 30 to devise solutions to...

GrantWatch ID#: 215166
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Grants to South Carolina Nonprofits for Community Projects in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 08/31/26

Grants to South Carolina nonprofit organizations for health, education, and economic development projects in eligible locations. Funding is intended for programs and activities that will strengthen the community through increased access to healthcare, workforce pr...

GrantWatch ID#: 222431
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Grants to USA Minority Businesses and Entrepreneurs for Business Growth and Expansion

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants of up to $1,500 to USA minority-owned early-stage businesses and minority entrepreneurs for business growth and expansion. Funding is intended for seed funding to pursue growth opportunities, cover essential expenses, and gain stability during challenging t...

GrantWatch ID#: 228639
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Grants to USA, Canada, and International Travel Nonprofits for Global Community Enhancement

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International travel-related nonprofit organizations for projects to strengthen communities throughout the world. Funding is intended to support initiatives in the focus areas of technology, education, and business development. The progr...

GrantWatch ID#: 229954
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Grants to South Carolina Entities for Indoor Exhibits on the American Revolution

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants to South Carolina government agencies, Tribes, IHEs, nonprofit organizations, societies, museums, and visitor centers to create indoor interpretive displays and exhibits related to the American Revolution. The purpose of the program is to support projects t...

GrantWatch ID#: 232058
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Grants to South Carolina Entities for Marketing for Historic Tourism Events

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants to South Carolina government agencies, Tribes, IHEs, nonprofit organizations, societies, museums, and visitor centers for projects to support historic tourism related to the American Revolution. Funding is intended for marketing activities, including studie...

GrantWatch ID#: 232060
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Grants to South Carolina Entities for American Revolution Historic Signage and Markers

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants to South Carolina government agencies, Tribes, IHEs, nonprofit organizations, societies, museums, and visitor centers for historic markers and signage projects related to the American Revolution. Funding is intended for a wide range of projects, including l...

GrantWatch ID#: 232063
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Grants to South Carolina Entities for American Revolution Site Development and Renovation

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants to South Carolina government agencies, Tribes, IHEs, nonprofit organizations, societies, museums, and visitor centers to develop American Revolution-related historical sites. Funding is intended for site renovation, development, acquisition, and planning ac...

GrantWatch ID#: 232064
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Grants to USA and Puerto Rico Agencies to Improve the Safety of Dams

Deadline: 09/02/26

Grants to USA and territories government agencies to improve the safety of dams. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to support a range of activities to create, maintain, and improve state dam ...

GrantWatch ID#: 203397
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Grants to South Carolina Nonprofits, Agencies, and Tribes for Historic Preservation

Deadline: 09/02/26

Grants to South Carolina nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and tribal entities for historic preservation activities. Funding is intended for preservation projects that benefit local communities through the physical repair and rehabilitation of historic...

GrantWatch ID#: 223903
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Grants to USA Nonprofits for Programs that Benefit Local Residents

Deadline: 09/04/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for programs that benefit local residents. Applicants must submit an LOI prior to applying. Areas of focus include arts and culture, community development, social services, democracy and civic participation, education, and hea...

GrantWatch ID#: 135007
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Grants to USA Nonprofits, Schools, and Municipalities to Improve Rural Areas

Deadline: 09/04/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA nonprofit organizations, community groups, schools, and municipalities for projects to improve the quality of life in rural areas. Focus areas include health and well-being, education, workforce, business and economic development, and...

GrantWatch ID#: 228538
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Grants to USA Nonprofits, Schools, and IHEs for Programming to Meet Community Needs

Deadline: 09/04/26

Grants of up to $15,000 to USA nonprofit organizations, schools, and IHEs for programming to meet community needs. Eligible initiatives include community revitalization, youth needs, creative cultural programming, and development of the workforce. Organizations ar...

GrantWatch ID#: 228579

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Tech Nonprofits to Participate in a Business De...

Deadline: 09/07/26

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations in the technology sector to participate in a business development program. The program will include funding and support to improve organizational operations, including networking opportunities,...

GrantWatch ID#: 180072

Grants to USA Nonprofits to Address the Economic Needs of Low-Income Residents

Deadline: 09/08/26

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit organizations for programs that assist low-income residents in achieving economic independence. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to support activities...

GrantWatch ID#: 231972

Grants to USA Local and State Agencies for Bollard Installations

Deadline: 09/09/26

Grants to USA city, township, county, and state government agencies to install bollards. Applicants are advised that the required registrations must be completed before applying. The purpose of the grant program is to mitigate acts of terrorism and injuries in are...

GrantWatch ID#: 232009

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Economic Literacy Projects

Deadline: 09/10/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for projects addressing financial education. Funding is intended to support projects and programs that enhance the teaching of economics and personal finance in a variety of venues that include, but are not limited to, schools...

GrantWatch ID#: 173515

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Projects to Improve the Quality of Life in Eligible Countries

Deadline: 09/12/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations to benefit residents in eligible international communities. New applicants are required to submit a letter of inquiry prior to applying. Funding is intended to support activities that improve standards of living, address pover...

GrantWatch ID#: 203911

Award to a USA Business Owner to Recognize Perseverance in Facing Business Challenges

Deadline: 09/12/26

Award to a USA business owner to recognize perseverance in facing business challenges. Particular focus is placed on businesses that demonstrate dedication to advancing business development in inner-city communities. The purpose of the Foundation is to support ent...

GrantWatch ID#: 228667

Grants to South Carolina Agencies to Improve Local Services and Foster Economic Growth

Deadline: 09/14/26

Grants to South Carolina local governments, special-purpose districts, and public works commissions for capital projects that enhance local communities. Funding is intended to support community services, build capacity, and foster economic growth. Funds may be use...

GrantWatch ID#: 175491

In-Kind Grants to South Carolina Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools for Tree Planting

Deadline: 09/15/26

In-kind grants of trees and supplies to South Carolina nonprofit organizations, government agencies, neighborhood associations, schools, beautification groups, and litter control organizations for the beautification of public spaces. The program provides trees to ...

GrantWatch ID#: 161832

Grants to USA Organizations for Programs Benefiting Local Communities

Deadline: 09/15/26

Grants to USA organizations in multiple states and locations for programs that benefit local communities. Funding is intended to enhance the quality of life of local residents in areas served by the funding source. Eligible organizations are located in specified c...

GrantWatch ID#: 175956

Grants to USA Nonprofits and Research and Academic Institutions to Support Organic Farming

Deadline: 09/15/26 LOI Date: 09/01/26

Grants of up to $50,000 to USA nonprofit organizations and research and academic institutions for projects that support the organic farming industry. Applicants must submit a letter of interest prior to applying. Funding is intended for advocacy, education, and re...

GrantWatch ID#: 180160

Grants to South Carolina Nonprofits, IHEs, Libraries, and Churches for Charitable Activities

Deadline: 09/15/26

Grants of up to $15,000 to South Carolina nonprofit organizations, IHEs, libraries, and churches for charitable activities in eligible regions. Focus areas include education, environment and animals, health, human services, religion, public and societal benefit, a...

GrantWatch ID#: 220186

Grants to USA Nonprofits, IHEs, Agencies, and Schools for Initiatives to Benefit Society

Deadline: 09/15/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, IHEs, government agencies, and schools for event sponsorships, community benefit programs, and general operations. Funding is intended for activities in the focus areas of environment, mobility, and people. The goal of the fu...

GrantWatch ID#: 226567

In-Kind Grants of Volunteer Services to USA Entities for Community Service Projects

Deadline: 09/17/26

In-kind grants of volunteer services to USA nonprofit and faith-based organizations, government entities, tribal governments, public schools, and universities in multiple states to benefit local communities. Applicants must contact staff before applying. The purpo...

GrantWatch ID#: 200391

Grants to USA Organizations, Agencies, and IHEs for Projects to Advance Vinyl Recycling

Deadline: 09/17/26

Grants to USA organizations, government agencies, colleges, and universities for projects to advance vinyl recycling. Funding is intended for a wide range of projects, including equipment purchases, projects to improve post-consumer recycling programs, industry in...

GrantWatch ID#: 225532

Grants to Massachusetts and South Carolina Nonprofits for Projects that Benefit Residents

Deadline: 09/18/26

Grants to Massachusetts and South Carolina nonprofit organizations for programs and capital projects that benefit residents in eligible communities. Funding is intended for activities in the areas of education, healthcare, arts and culture, youth and amateur athle...

GrantWatch ID#: 199957

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Artists and Teams to Design Public Murals

Deadline: 09/18/26

Grants of up to $20,000 to USA, Canada, and International artists and teams to design public murals for eligible locations. Funding is intended to beautify crosswalks throughout the city. The goal of the program is to utilize art as a means for calming traffic, en...

GrantWatch ID#: 231907

Grants to USA Agencies and Tribes to Improve Public Transportation

Deadline: 09/21/26

Grants to USA and territories' government agencies and tribal entities for projects that improve public transportation. Applicants must complete the required registrations before applying. Funding is intended to purchase, rehabilitate, or lease buses and related e...

GrantWatch ID#: 231645

Grants to USA and Canada Nonprofits for Programs that Benefit Local Communities

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to USA and Canada nonprofit organizations, registered charities, public education institutions, and government entities to enhance the quality of life in eligible regions. The purpose of these grants is to promote programs that serve communities where the f...

GrantWatch ID#: 129040

Grants to South Carolina Nonprofits, For-Profits, and Agencies to Promote Tourism

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to South Carolina nonprofit organizations, businesses, and government agencies for programs and projects that promote tourism in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support activities that attract tourists to the area and enhance the tourist experien...

GrantWatch ID#: 147656

Grants to South Carolina Nonprofits to Benefit Children, Teens, and Young Adults

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to South Carolina nonprofit organizations for programs and projects that benefit children, teens, and young adults ages 0-24 in eligible locations. Priority areas of focus include health and wellness, workforce and education, and built environment and neigh...

GrantWatch ID#: 172732

Grants to USA Territories, Israel, and International Women Entrepreneurs for Business and Orga...

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants of up to $500 to USA Territories, Israel, and International women entrepreneurs to enhance business or organizational development. Funding is intended to support the improvement, expansion, and strengthening of organizations and businesses that impact famil...

GrantWatch ID#: 186824

Grants to USA Nonprofits to Provide Loans to Individuals for Water Infrastructure Projects

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit organizations to provide loans and sub-grants to low-income individuals in rural areas for water infrastructure projects. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. The goal of the...

GrantWatch ID#: 197215

Grants to USA Nonprofits and Community Leaders for Capital Projects to Revitalize Public Commu...

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants of up to $50,000 to USA community leaders, elected officials, and tribal leaders for capital projects to revitalize public community spaces in rural areas. The purpose of the program is to create and restore communal spaces that foster personal connections....

GrantWatch ID#: 197389

Grants to USA Nonprofits Focusing on Japan-US Relations to Enhance Organizational Capacity

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants of up to $30,000 to USA nonprofit organizations focusing on Japan-US relations to enhance organizational capacity. Funds are intended to support nonprofits that foster greater grassroots-level understanding between Japan and the US. Project categories inclu...

GrantWatch ID#: 210726

Loans to USA Nonprofits, Tribes, Cooperatives, and Agencies to Assist with Economic Developmen...

Deadline: 09/30/26

Loans to USA and territories nonprofit organizations, Tribes, cooperatives, and public agencies to assist with economic development in rural areas. Applicants are advised to complete required registrations before applying. Funding is intended to increase economic ...

GrantWatch ID#: 214812

Grants to South Carolina Organizations to Promote Tourism and Benefit the Economy

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants to South Carolina nonprofit organizations for economic development and tourism promotion in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects that attract state, regional, and/or national audiences, generate overnight stays in local lodging facilities, a...

GrantWatch ID#: 180703

Loan Guarantees to USA Banks, Tribes, Credit Unions, and Cooperatives to Support Eligible Indu...

Deadline: 10/01/26 LOI Date: 09/01/26

Loan guarantees to USA and territories banks, tribes, credit unions, and cooperatives to support the renewable chemicals and biobased product manufacturing industries. Applicants are required to submit an intent to apply and ensure that required registrations are ...

GrantWatch ID#: 207938

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Eligible Districts for Capital Projects Addressing He...

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International eligible districts for capital projects that address health, human services, and other critical needs in local communities. Funding is intended to support infrastructure and equipment for projects that improve the well-bein...

GrantWatch ID#: 223879

Grants to South Carolina Commercial Property Owners for Facade Improvements

Deadline: 10/02/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to South Carolina commercial property owners for facade improvements to buildings in eligible locations. Funding is intended for a wide range of exterior improvements, including lighting, doors, windows, awnings, and more. Eligible properti...

GrantWatch ID#: 231656

Grants to South Carolina Nonprofits to Address Poverty

Deadline: 10/05/26

Grants of up to $1,500 to South Carolina nonprofit organizations to serve communities experiencing poverty. Funding is intended to support projects and events, outreach, training, workshops, celebrations, and other activities that address poverty. Activities shoul...

GrantWatch ID#: 227255
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