Check this page regularly for updates on SCOR's Disaster Recovery efforts.

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has approved the South Carolina Office of Resilience’s Action Plan for spending over $150 million in Community Development Block Grant – Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) funds allocated following Hurricane Helene.

Read the Action Plan here or click the cover image to download a PDF copy.

According to HUD, “These flexible grants help cities, counties, Indian tribes, and States recover from Presidentially declared disasters, especially in low-income areas, subject to availability of supplemental appropriations. Since CDBG-DR assistance may fund a broad range of recovery activities, HUD can help communities and neighborhoods that otherwise might not recover due to limited resources.”

SCOR Offers Disaster Case Management

Disaster Case Management (DCM) is a process involving a partnership between a disaster case manager and a citizen impacted by a disaster to help in the long-term with their disaster-caused needs—whether these are financial, physical, or emotional. Case Managers work with individuals to develop and carry out an Individualized Recovery Plan, with a focus on problem solving and connection to resources and services. Contact the DCM team at (803) 898-2511.

SCOR's Disaster Case Management team is holding Mobile Intake events in areas impacted by Hurricane Helene. Anyone with disaster-caused unmet needs may drop-in at a mobile intake event without an appointment to speak with a Disaster Case Manager. Please find upcoming events listed on our Public Engagement Calendar.

Action Plan Public Meetings

In addition to submitting comments and questions online or by mail, the SCOR team held multiple public meetings in areas that Hurricane Helene impacted. At these meetings, we presented an overview of the Draft Action Plan and then welcome comments and questions from attendees. All comments and questions were documented, addressed, and will be reported to HUD when SCOR submits the Action Plan for review in late June, 2025. A copy of the presentation from these meetings can be found here. 

Please note, all meetings are open to the public, and citizens may attend at any location regardless of whether they live in that county. For additional information concerning the program, or if you require special meeting accommodations, please contact SCOR at (803) 413-3213 or media@scor.sc.gov.

Resources

For the most current information about Helene, please refer to the South Carolina Emergency Management Division.

• SCEMD's hurricane.sc website outlines preparation steps, what to have in an emergency kit, and important resource contacts.
• Follow SCEMD on Facebook, X (Twitter), and Instagram for real-time updates.
• News releases from SCEMD can be found here.

S.C. Department of Public Safety, Emergency Traffic Network | realtimetraffic.scdps.gov

National Hurricane Center (NHC) | hurricanes.gov

The Official Website of the State of SC | sc.gov/

SC Department of Insurance | doi.sc.gov 803-737-6160 803-768-3467

American Red Cross | redcross.org 1-866-438-4636

Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) | fema.orgready.org

S.C. Salvation Army | doingthemostgood.org 704-522-4970

S.C. Department of Transportation | scdot.org 855-GO-SCDOT

Funding Opportunities for Organizations Working in Disaster Recovery

Each Friday, SCOR's Disaster Recovery VOAD Coordinator sends out a current list of funding opportunities. To be added to this mailing list, please contact ML.Resch@scor.sc.gov.

1) Westinghouse Strategic Areas of Giving (Apply Here)

Environmental Sustainability

Grants defined as Environmental Sustainability are those used to enrich programs with the goal of preserving or restoring land, air, water or biodiversity. A comfortable standard of living is important to Westinghouse in order to ensure technology advancement and a sustainable planet for future generations.

Community Safety and Vitality

Donations defined as Community Safety and Vitality are those used to improve the overall quality of life within a community by supporting initiatives that enhance safety and public well-being. Safety, health and wellness are vitally important to Westinghouse; our community commitment does not start and stop at the workplace door, but safety, health and wellness continue at home and in our community.

2) Southeast & Caribbean Disaster Resilience Partnership Grants (Apply Here)

This extensive database of grants includes opportunities related to disaster recovery & resilience for government agencies, non-profits, grassroots groups, and individuals. Browse the list here.

3) Publix Super Markets Charities - Housing & Shelter (Apply Here)

Publix Super Markets Charities supports various types of nonprofit organizations throughout the Southeast with a primary focus on helping youth, promoting education, alleviating hunger, and reducing homelessness.

Requests related to housing and shelter programs must be submitted from July 1 to August 31 for an end-of-year decision and announcement.

4) General Motors Corporate Giving (Apply Here)

Grant funding is only available to U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations in good standing with the relevant state(s) and the Internal Revenue Service.

Grant applications are evaluated for social impact alignment and to ensure they will successfully:

• Align with GM’s strategic business objectives
• Measure impact through defined measurable key objectives
• Demonstrate innovative approaches to address a defined social issue
• Create opportunity and expand access for local populations
• Advance GM’s core value of serving and improving communities

General Motors accepts Letters of Inquiry annually through September. Learn more here.

5) Wells Fargo Trust Philanthropic Services Gratis Foundation (Apply Here)

The mission of the Gratis Foundation is to support programs in the fields of education, health care and medical research, humanitarian services, abused and neglected children, and assisting U.S. Military personnel and their families. It is the intent of the foundation to award grants based on achievement, excellence, significance, or leadership in a specific field or charitable endeavor.

Annual Application Deadlines

October 1 - January 31

Applications accepted during this time period for organizations focused in the following areas:

• Churches & Religion
• Health Care & Medical Research
• Children’s medical, heart disease, and Non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma

February 1 - May 31

Applications accepted during this time period for organizations focused in the following areas:

• At-Risk Youth & Families
• Abused, neglected, and disadvantaged children; adoption & foster care; victims of domestic abuse; and homelessness
• Education
• Institutional scholarships (need-based awarded to and by colleges and universities)
• International Humanitarian Aid

June 1 - September 30

Applications accepted during this time period for organizations focused in the following areas:

• Animal Welfare & Advocacy
• Food Pantries & Feeding Programs
• U.S. Military Personnel & Family Support

6) Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative (Apply Here)

Each quarter, Yamaha accepts applications from non-profit or tax exempt groups (clubs & associations), public riding areas (local, state and federal), outdoor enthusiast associations and land conservation organizations, and communities with an interest in protecting, improving, expanding and/or maintaining access for safe, responsible and sustainable use by motorized off-road vehicles.

Current submission window: July 1, 2025 – September 30, 2025

7) Franklin P. and Arthur Purdue Foundation (Apply Here)

We believe in putting our resources where there is a direct benefit to a broad-based spectrum of the community.

We strive to strengthen our communities by focusing our efforts on agriculture and the environment, education, fighting hunger and poverty, health and social services, and public safety.

We also support organizations that celebrate the heritages and cultures of our communities. We may give additional preference to organizations in which our associates have direct involvement, but the overarching consideration is the betterment of the community.

Requests under $1k are reviewed on a monthly basis, and requests over $1k are reviewed quarterly. Deadlines are the last day of the months of December, March, June, and September.

8) International Paper Grants (Apply Here)

Giving Priorities are education, hunger, health and wellness, and disaster assistance.

• Education: The future of our communities depends on the children, and therefore, we support strategic partners that focus on helping children succeed via a comprehensive approach to education. Literacy, particularly from birth through 3rd grade, is our primary focus because reading skills form the foundation for all childhood learning.
• Hunger: We work with food banks and other agencies to address hunger and food security for children, families and seniors. These organizations provide meals, access to healthy foods and other programs in the communities where our employees live and work.
• Health & Wellness: We engage our employees and work with agencies to promote healthy living habits and achieve measurable improvements in health and wellness.
• Disaster Relief: We partner with agencies to help communities prepare for and to recover from natural disasters, and we use our Employee Relief Fund to support our affected colleagues.

Applications accepted until 15 September 2025. 

9) Central Carolina Community Foundation One SC Fund (https://www.yourfoundation.org/impact-initiatives/one-sc-fund/)

The One SC Fund is a statewide initiative supported by philanthropic donors and funders from across the state and country. 99% of all money donated to the One SC Fund will be granted to local nonprofits providing disaster relief and recovery in South Carolina. The remaining 1% of money donated will be directed to outreach, research, reporting, and the administration and oversight of grant contracts. Applicants may request up to $50k.

10) Spirit of Blue Law Enforcement and First Responder Grants (Apply Here)

The Spirit of Blue Safety Grant Program is designed to award equipment, or in some cases training, that will protect officers serving on duty—including Emergency Managers.

Examples of previous awards include ballistic vests, C-A-T Tourniquets and cases, 5.56 mm suppressors for SWAT, and Level III rifle rated ballistic shields, and many more. I know this has been a recurring request from Emergency Managers and Law Enforcement, so giving you a “heads up” on this great funding source.

They are currently collecting applications for 2025 with awards announced beginning July 1, 2025. Applications are collected on an ongoing basis and are added to an active database. If not selected in 2025, applications will automatically be reviewed and considered for the 2026 grant cycle beginning July 1, 2026. (More information)

11) Community Foundation for the Central Savannah River Area 2026 Community Grants (Apply Here)

The Community Foundation for the CSRA only considers applications from 501(c)(3) organizations providing programs and services directly benefiting individuals living in Aiken and Edgefield counties in South Carolina, and Burke, Columbia, Richmond, and McDuffie counties in Georgia. Organizations meeting pressing and changing needs in the community in the areas of education and youth enrichment, health and environment, arts, culture, history and assistance for people in need are invited to apply.

12) Spartanburg County Foundation Disaster Relief Fund (https://spcf.org/impact/disaster-relief/)

The Spartanburg County Foundation Disaster Relief Fund provides grants of up to $10,000 for nonprofit organizations recognized as a 501(c)(3) organization. These organizations must be providing relief, recovery, and rebuilding assistance to Spartanburg County residents affected by natural or manmade disasters to qualify for this grant.

Note that agencies may apply more than once if additional funding is needed.

13) Southern Partners Fund (Apply Here)

Applicants must meet SPF’s guidelines and focus on grassroots community organizing in the rural South in one or more of SPF’s primary or other focus areas. Discretionary Funding Areas include:

• General Discretionary: community organizing activities or small projects that aim to create change in SPF’s 12-state region.
• Technical Assistance: capacity building, strategic planning, organizational development, training and technology upgrades, and
• Travel Assistance: conference travel and participation or civic engagement activities.

14) The Joanna Foundation (Apply Here)

Supporting the Quality of Life, Including New Programs, General Operations, and Capital Support in Berkeley, Charleston, and Dorchester Counties and the Communities of Newberry & Joanna. Deadline 8/13/25.

15) The Lipscomb Family Foundation (Apply Here)

The Lipscomb Family Foundation funds 501(c)3 organizations that support youth under the age of 19 who reside in the following South Carolina counties: Calhoun, Fairfield, Kershaw, Lexington, Orangeburg, Richland, Saluda, and Sumter. Deadline 8/25/25.

16) Aflac via the Central Carolina Community Foundation (Apply Here)

Aflac Group’s grant program focuses on supporting organizations with a local, rather than a national or international, perspective. Aflac Group accepts grant proposals from nonprofit organizations located in and serving South Carolina. Application Period: 9/1/2025 - 9/15/25.

Eligible Program Areas:

• Health & Well-Being (Preference will be given to pediatric cancer and services for their families)
• Education (Preference will be given to life skills and traditional educational programs supporting school-aged children)

17) Greenwood Community Response Fund (https://www.greenwoodcf.org/community-response-fund-application/)

This is an initiative of the Greenwood County Community Foundation meant to bring philanthropic donors and businesses together in support of those nonprofit organizations providing relief after natural or man-made disasters or undertaking preparations for future similar events.

Once the application is complete, please email it to staff@greenwoodcf.org.

18) Dominion Energy Charitable Foundation (https://www.dominionenergy.com/our-company/customers-and-community/charitable-foundation/applying-for-a-grant)

Grants from the Dominion Energy Charitable Foundation are distributed in four focus areas (human needs, environmental stewardship, education, community vitality) and are limited to organizations defined as tax-exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the IRS code.

Grant applications will be accepted online during the fall grant cycle. (8/4-9/15/25)

Most grant awards range from $1,000 to $15,000, while higher amounts may be awarded when a program is an exceptional fit. They often receive funding requests far more than their Foundation budget. Regrettably, they must often decline support for otherwise worthy proposals. Such a response does not reflect on Dominion Energy's view of the value of the organization or its services.

Procurement

Environmental Services

Final Notice and Public Explanation of a Proposed Activity in a Federal Flood Risk Management Standard Designated Floodplain or Wetland (PDF) Aiken, Cherokee, Edgefield, Saluda, and Union Counties

Final Notice and Public Explanation of a Proposed Activity in a Federal Flood Risk Management Standard Designated Floodplain or Wetland (PDF) McCormick, Greenville, Greenwood, Spartanburg, and Orangeburg Counties 

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Early Notice and Public Review of a Proposed Activity in a Federal Flood Risk Management Standard Designated Floodplain and/or Wetland (PDF) Aiken, Cherokee, Edgefield, Saluda, and Union Counties

Early Notice and Public Review of a Proposed Activity in a Federal Flood Risk Management Standard Designated Floodplain and/or Wetland (PDF) McCormick, Greenville, Greenwood, Spartanburg, and Orangeburg Counties

Early Notice and Public Review of a Proposed Activity in a Federal Flood Risk Management Standard Designated Floodplain and/or Wetland (PDF) Abbeville, Anderson, Laurens, Oconee, and Pickens Counties

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Hurricane Helene IDQ Pre-Submittal Conference Slides (PDF)

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RFQ - Environmental Services for Hurricane Helene - Area 1 Revised (PDF)

RFQ - Environmental Services for Hurricane Helene - Area 2 Revised (PDF)

RFQ - Environmental Services for Hurricane Helene - Area 3 Revised (PDF)

RFQ - Environmental Services for Hurricane Helene - Area 4 Revised (PDF)

RFQ - Environmental Services for Hurricane Helene - Area 5 Revised (PDF)

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RFQ - Environmental Services for Hurricane Helene - Area 1 (PDF)

RFQ - Environmental Services for Hurricane Helene - Area 2 (PDF)

RFQ - Environmental Services for Hurricane Helene - Area 3 (PDF)

RFQ - Environmental Services for Hurricane Helene - Area 4 (PDF)

RFQ - Environmental Services for Hurricane Helene - Area 5 (PDF)

General Contracting Services

Hurricane Helene Rapid Rebuild TOC - Pre-Submittal Conference Slides (PDF)

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RFQ - General Contracting Services - Hurricane Helene Rapid Rebuild - Area A (PDF)

RFQ - General Contracting Services - Hurricane Helene Rapid Rebuild - Area B (PDF)

RFQ - General Contracting Services - Hurricane Helene Rapid Rebuild - Area C (PDF)

RFQ - General Contracting Services - Hurricane Helene Rapid Rebuild - Area D (PDF)

RFQ - General Contracting Services - Hurricane Helene Rapid Rebuild - Area E (PDF)

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Contractors Statement of Qualifications & Questionnaire - Area A (DOCX)

Contractors Statement of Qualifications & Questionnaire - Area B (DOCX)

Contractors Statement of Qualifications & Questionnaire - Area C (DOCX)

Contractors Statement of Qualifications & Questionnaire - Area D (DOCX)

Contractors Statement of Qualifications & Questionnaire - Area E (DOCX)