The Bargain Box of Hilton Head Grant

The Bargain Box of Hilton Head Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Bargain Box
Last Updated: May 20, 2025

Summary

The Bargain Box of Hilton Head Grant, established in 1965, supports Beaufort County non-profits with cash grants derived from store sales. Operating as a 501(c)(3), it has contributed over $15.3 million to local charities, aiding in community activities related to education, health, and safety. Organizations must meet eligibility criteria, including having an active Board of Directors and a community focus. The grant fosters local engagement and supports a diverse array of charitable efforts.

Overview

About The Bargain Box was established in 1965 by three ladies from First Presbyterian Church as a shopping option for the working residents of Hilton Head Island.  By 1970 it was generating enough revenues to provide monetary support to local social agencies and charities, and it was incorporated as a stand-alone 501(c)(3) organization.  The Bargain Box has continued to grow, becoming an Island institution that has returned over $15.3 million in to the community. Grant Program The Bargain Box Board of Governors, at its discretion, each year donates the net proceeds from the sales in its store to qualified Beaufort County charitable agencies (non-profits) in the form of cash grants. In-kind support primarily from donated items may also be provided during the year to local non-profit agencies.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. An organization qualifying for a grant must meet the following criteria:Be a 501(c)(3) organization operating in Beaufort County, SCHave an active Board of DirectorsBe involved in worthwhile local community activities related to education and youth, health and safety, hunger and housing, or recreation.Only one (1) application per organization will be considered during each grant period.

Ineligibility

Grants will not be made to: private individualsnational fundraising campaignsan organization with their own business (e.g., thrift store) that is deemed to compete with The Bargain Box any requests not accompanied by the official application and documentation