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Small Project Grant Program

CHARLESTON COUNTY PARKS FOUNDATION

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Funding Amount

Varies

Deadline

September 30, 2026

175 days left

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Small Project Grant Program

Overview: Organizations can apply for funding to support projects that align with the Charleston County Park & Recreation Commission's mission and benefit the community.

Geographic Scope: Charleston County, South Carolina

Focus Areas:

  • Projects that support CCPRC's mission: "to improve the quality of life in Charleston County by offering a diverse system of park facilities, programs and services"

  • Projects that provide public benefit to the community

  • Projects with demonstrated long-term support and stewardship plans

    • Eligibility:

  • Organizations (specific nonprofit vs. for-profit status not specified in content)

  • Must demonstrate mission alignment with CCPRC

  • Must show public benefit

  • Must provide plan for ongoing maintenance and stewardship

    • Requirements for Selected Organizations:

  • Provide ongoing maintenance for any project improvements

  • Indemnify CCPRC as part of the agreement

  • Maintain liability insurance and submit proof of insurance with application

    • Important Notes:

  • All funding is contingent upon CCPRC's receipt of PARD funds

  • Funding remains subject to budgetary approval

    • Contact Information:

  • Address: 861 Riverland Drive, Charleston, SC 29412

  • Phone: 843-795-4386

  • Email: customerservice@ccprc.com

    • How to Apply

    Application Process

    Timeline:

  • Applications open May 1

  • Submissions accepted May through September

  • Application review begins October 1

  • Applicants notified of status by November 1

    • Required Information:
    1. Mission Alignment: Describe how the proposal supports CCPRC's mission "to improve the quality of life in Charleston County by offering a diverse system of park facilities, programs and services"
    2. Public Benefit: Explain how the proposed project will benefit the community and provide value to the public
    3. Long-Term Support: Describe how the applying organization will provide ongoing support and stewardship for the project
    4. Proof of Insurance: Maintain liability insurance and submit proof with application

    Submission Format:

  • Complete application describing the proposed project

  • Address all three required components (mission alignment, public benefit, long-term support)

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    Focus Areas & Funding Uses

    Fields of Work

    recreationcommunity-centers

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