Auto Club Group Foundation Grants for Safety
South Carolina nonprofits, schools, local governments, and first responder agencies can seek funding for traffic safety, driver education, and K–12 financial literacy programs through the Auto Club Group Foundation; awards range from US $5,000 - US $15,000. Projects may include passive speed enforcement equipment and initiatives that enhance roadway safety or financial education for youth.
The Auto Club Group Foundation
Costco Foundation Community Service Grants in South Carolina
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in South Carolina supporting children, education, or health and human services programs can access funding through the Costco Foundation. Grants from Costco Foundation help eligible groups deliver community-based services, provided requests are monetary only and demonstrate measurable outcomes, strong community need, 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 social problem–solving programs in South Carolina can seek support from the Creag Foundation. Focused on new approaches to societal issues, this private foundation considers letters of inquiry from smaller or evolving organizations, which may include those advancing historical or community-focused initiatives.
Creag Foundation
Tech-Enabled Social Impact Funding from Cisco
Nonprofit and NGO programs using technology for crisis response, education access, or economic empowerment, including those in South Carolina, can seek up to US $100,000 for innovative, early-stage social impact solutions. Cisco Systems Foundation supports projects serving predominantly economically underserved communities, with year-round applications beginning with a brief letter of inquiry.
Cisco Systems Foundation
Hearst Foundation Culture Grants in South Carolina
South Carolina cultural and educational nonprofits offering arts, science, or museum programming for broad audiences can access funding through the Hearst Foundation for program, capital, and limited general or endowment support. U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organizations with audited expenses over $2 million, strong impact, and sustainable operations may be eligible, including institutions with history-related exhibits or STEAM education initiatives.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Community Development Grants for Nonprofits from PNC Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations working on early childhood education or community and economic development may be eligible for PNC Foundation support in South Carolina communities where PNC has a significant presence. PNC Foundation provides funding for programs such as early learning, affordable housing, small business support, community services, arts and culture, and neighborhood revitalization for low- and moderate-income residents.
PNC Foundation
Humanitarian Health Funding from Semnani Family Foundation
Nonprofit organizations providing health, education, or disaster relief services can access support from Semnani Family Foundation for marginalized communities in South Carolina and worldwide. Grants may benefit programs such as healthcare access, women’s and children’s health, food and shelter, humanitarian aid, and related social services that serve vulnerable populations.
Semnani Family Foundation
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust Grants for South Carolina History
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations with history, education, scientific, or medical programs that use funds in the U.S., including South Carolina, can apply for support from the Sidney Stern Memorial Trust. With a mission to strengthen charitable, scientific, medical, and educational work, the Trust favors well-managed groups that significantly benefit their communities and the general welfare.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Bank of America Support for Community Programs
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in South Carolina seeking support for community-focused programs can apply for sponsorship funding that advances economic mobility and social progress. Bank of America Charitable Foundation supports initiatives such as community development, arts and culture, housing, hunger relief, workforce education, environmental projects, and diversity and inclusion, which may include history-related programming and events.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
South Carolina Human Services Funding via Gupta Family Foundation
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Nonprofit organizations working to help disadvantaged people become self-reliant can apply for Gupta Family Foundation support, including those serving South Carolina within its global focus. With a mission to uplift disadvantaged individuals, it provides US $5,000 - US $250,000 for poverty alleviation, disability services, humanitarian relief, and related human and social services.
Gupta Family Foundation
Philip L Van Every Foundation History Grants in South Carolina
Full proposal due Aug 10, 2026
South Carolina history and cultural nonprofits, including 501(c)(3) museums and arts organizations, can access funding for special projects and capital needs through the Philip L Van Every Foundation, with awards ranging from US $10,000 - US $50,000. Eligible organizations must be established public charities serving communities in North and South Carolina.
Philip L Van Every Foundation
Hansen Family Foundation Education Grants in South Carolina
Applications due Sep 11, 2026
South Carolina 501(c)(3) nonprofits with budgets under $1 million can seek funding for education, children’s programs, arts and culture, humanitarian aid, animal welfare, or environmental initiatives. South Carolina history organizations with related educational or cultural programming may be eligible for Hansen Family Foundation grants of US $1,000 - US $10,000, including internationally focused work if U.S.-based.
Hansen Family Foundation
Yawkey Foundation Arts and Culture Grants
Pre proposal due Sep 18, 2026
501(c)(3) nonprofits providing arts and culture programs in Georgetown County, South Carolina can apply for Yawkey Foundation’s Program and Small Capital Grants, with awards up to US $100,000 for discrete, timebound projects or equipment. Organizations enriching community culture and heritage, especially for underserved populations, may be competitive applicants.
Yawkey Foundation
Storytelling Funding for Nonprofits from Couch Foundation
Applications due Sep 25, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) and aligned for-profit organizations can receive more than US $50,000 to tell powerful stories about their preservation, education, or wellness work. Focused on impact storytelling, the Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation supports projects such as historic preservation and community heritage, which may benefit South Carolina history-focused organizations.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
South Carolina Community Programs Funding via Robinson Foundation
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
South Carolina 501(c)(3) organizations serving communities in areas like education, poverty relief, health, or family and youth services can access funding through Robinson Foundation for single-year projects with tangible, meaningful impact. Eligible nonprofits must have operated more than three years and serve the broader Southern region below the Mason-Dixon line.
Robinson Foundation
Insperity Community Services Grants in South Carolina
Applications due Oct 16, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations doing community services work in South Carolina, especially where Insperity employees live and work, may be eligible for philanthropic grants or event sponsorships. With a mission to support communities, Insperity provides financial and sponsorship support to approved charities that meet its engagement or client relationship criteria.
Insperity
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Support for History
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations working on community services, environmental conservation, or peacebuilding projects can apply for support from the Dudley T Dougherty Foundation. South Carolina groups whose history-related work intersects with community, environmental, or peace-focused initiatives may be eligible for this broadly framed, future-oriented funding opportunity.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc
Youth and Basic Needs Funding from TJX Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations supporting basic needs, at-risk youth, or domestic violence services near South Carolina TJX locations can seek grants for programs rather than general operations. The TJX Foundation funds work within 15 miles of its stores, distribution centers, or offices, with a focus on vulnerable families and children building better futures.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Lawrence Foundation Support for Community Services
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, public schools, and libraries can seek $5,000 - $10,000 in unrestricted operating or program support for environmental and human services work, including in South Carolina. With a mission to back these causes, Lawrence Foundation provides flexible funding that history-focused organizations may use if their projects fit its stated priorities.
Lawrence Foundation
NRA Foundation Support for South Carolina Programs
Applications due Nov 4, 2026
Nonprofits, government entities, and state-recognized charities in South Carolina can apply for NRA Foundation grants of US $3,000 - US $5,000 to support firearms safety, shooting sports, hunting education, and related research. Programs that teach firearms history or marksmanship to youth or the general public may be especially relevant for history-focused organizations.
The NRA Foundation, Inc
Ameriprise Financial Support for Community Vitality
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
Focused on community development and basic needs, Ameriprise Financial invites South Carolina 501(c)(3) nonprofits to apply for funding that strengthens community vitality and stability. U.S.-based organizations working on hunger relief, shelter and supportive housing, economic and workforce development, financial literacy, arts access, or volunteer-driven community programs may be eligible.
Ameriprise Financial
Jewish Education Funding for South Carolina Nonprofits via Coastal Community Foundation
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
Nonprofit organizations in Beaufort, Berkeley, Charleston, and Dorchester counties that preserve Jewish identity and culture or provide STEM education for children and young adults can apply for the Stanley B. Farbstein Endowment, with awards of approximately US $7,500. Eligible South Carolina history and culture organizations with relevant Jewish heritage programming may benefit from this invitation-only opportunity from Coastal Community Foundation.
Coastal Community Foundation of South Carolina
Dr Scholl Foundation Grants for History
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
History-focused 501(c)(3) organizations in South Carolina can seek project funding for education, social services, health care, civic and cultural, or environmental initiatives through the Dr Scholl Foundation, with awards from US $5,000 - US $25,000. Grants from Dr Scholl Foundation help U.S. nonprofits support community-serving programs on a one-year basis.
Dr Scholl Foundation
Central Carolina Community Foundation Grants for South Carolina Nonprofits
Applications due Feb 28, 2027
Central South Carolina 501(c)(3) nonprofits of all missions can access funding opportunities and donor support through the Midlands Gives program, an initiative of Central Carolina Community Foundation. Organizations, including those focused on history and related fields, headquartered or with branches in 11 Midlands counties may participate if they meet eligibility requirements and agree to the participation terms.
Central Carolina Community Foundation
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Grants for Community Services
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations providing community-focused services in South Carolina can seek project, operating, or capital support that improves quality of life for underserved people. Grants from O'Reilly Automotive Foundation help U.S. groups addressing economic stability, workforce development, health and social services, and disaster relief, which may include history organizations with related community programs.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
South Carolina Department of Archive and History Grants for South Carolina Historic Preservation
Applications due May 7, 2027
With a mission to support historic preservation, this program provides South Carolina local governments, especially Certified Local Governments, with federal pass-through funds for preservation projects. Administered by the South Carolina Department of Archive and History, awards range from US $5,000 - US $40,000 to help cover eligible preservation-related costs.
South Carolina Department of Archive and History