Junior Welfare League Grant Program

Junior Welfare League Grant Program

Geographic Scope: York County, South Carolina

Mission Alignment: The grant program supports local nonprofit organizations that align with the Junior Welfare League's mission of serving women, children, and families in York County.

Funding Focus Areas:

Educational programs

Health initiatives

Basic supplies

Outreach efforts

Youth literacy and literary spaces

Therapeutic and support services

Disability services

Cancer support

Autism services

Shelters and social services

Program Structure:

Large Grant: One primary grant recipient per year receives funds in May

Grants are reviewed by a committee and voted on by the membership

Funds are distributed from money raised through the League's service and fundraising efforts

Eligibility:

Must be a nonprofit organization

Must serve women, children, and/or families

Must be located in or serve York County, SC

Must align with the League's mission

Recent Recipients (2024-2026):

2025-2026: Better Bound Bookstore, Rock Hill, SC (youth bookstore and literary space)

2024: Nothing Pink Cancer Support, Rock Hill, SC ($49,033.62)

2023: RideAbility Therapeutic Riding Center, Clover, SC ($42,453.71)

2022: LifeHouse Women's Shelter, Rock Hill, SC ($34,570.91)

2021: York County First Steps, Rock Hill, SC ($40,491.69)

Contact: Visit juniorwelfareleague.com for more information

Application Process

1. Deadline: February 16, 2027 (for 2026-2027 grant year)
2. Applications are currently open for the 2026-2027 grant year
3. Complete the online application form on the website
4. Review and Selection: Applications are reviewed by a committee and voted on by membership
5. Award Notification: Large grant recipients receive funds in May of their nomination year

Required Materials

Specific required materials are not detailed on the website. Applicants should complete the form found at the application link.