The South Carolina Office of Resilience is offering Disaster Case Management services, will repair, replace, or rebuild damaged and destroyed homes using federal and state funds, as well as complete mitigation projects to reduce the impact of future disasters.

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. To see the Action Plan's highlights, access a copy of our recent Town Hall presentation here, or click on the presentation above.

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.

Resources

Statewide 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) Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant (EECBG) (Apply Here)

The State Energy Office (SCEO) received formula funding through the US Department of Energy’s (US DOE) Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant (EECBG) Program to award subgrants to projects and programs that improve energy efficiency, cut carbon emissions, and reduce energy use in South Carolina.

The SCEO is pleased to announce a Round 3 where applications for SC EECBG projects will be accepted on a rolling basis, pending available funding, through Monday, December 1, 2025, by 11:59 pm ET.

2) Central Carolina Community Foundation One SC Fund (Apply Here)

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.

3) Duke Energy offers grants up to $20,000 for South Carolina programs that make homes ready for energy efficiency upgrades (More Information)

Bottom line: Nonprofit organizations that prepare income challenged households for participation in energy efficiency and weatherization initiatives can now apply for grants up to $20,000. Deadline October 30th, 2025

4) Community Foundation for the Central Savannah River Area Grants

The Community Foundation for the CSRA's Hurricane Helene fund considers applications from 501(c)(3) organizations providing programs and services directly benefiting individuals in the Aiken and Edgefield areas in South Carolina. Organizations addressing unmet needs from Hurricane Helene may contact the Foundation to inquire about possible funding opportunities. Contact CFCSRA Here.

5) Disabled American Veterans Charitable Service Trust (Apply Here)

Eligible grant activities include technical assistance for capacity building, strategic planning, organizational development, training and technology upgrades.

The DAV Charitable Service Trust accepts grant application submissions during four cycles within the calendar year. Application cycles will open and close on the first and last business days of January, April, July and October.

6) 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.

7) 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

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

8) 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

9) Renewable Natural Resources Foundation (RNRF) Grant Program (More Information)

The RNRF Grant Program funds projects that connect research, evidence-based practices, and implementation while engaging community partners. Grants range from $50,000 to $200,000. The application deadline is Tuesday, September 30.

10) Growing Justice Fund RFP (More Information)

The Growing Justice Fund is offering grants from $25,000 to $250,000 to support community-led initiatives advancing food purchasing. The application deadline is Tuesday, October 14, 5pm PT /8pm ET. In addition, as part of this project, the Fund has developed a guide to help grantseekers find fiscal sponsorship.

11) Ben and Jerry’s Foundation National Grant Program (More Information)

The National Grassroots Organizing Grant funds grassroots organizing strategies and activities for organizations with annual operating budgets under $350,000. Grants are two-year unrestricted, general operating support grants of up to $30,000 per year, and applications are accepted on a rolling basis.

12) Walmart Spark Good Local Grants (Apply Here)

Each year, Walmart U.S. stores, Sam’s Clubs and Distribution Centers award local cash grants ranging from $250 to $5000.

Grants are awarded through an open application process to eligible organizations serving the same service area that the facility they are requesting funding from serves.

Organizations must have a Spark Good account on Walmart.com/nonprofits and be verified by Walmart’s third-party verification partner, Deed. Only authorized users of the organization’s Spark Good account may apply.

Applications are accepted and reviewed on a quarterly basis:

• Aug. 1 – Oct. 15, 2025
• Nov. 3 – Dec. 31, 2025

Areas of giving include "Creating Opportunity," "Advancing Sustainability," and "Strengthening Community."

13) Lutz Foundation (Apply Here)

The foundation aims to encourage new and innovative ideas, programs, projects and needs; especially ones with a broad-based support program in the areas of:

• Community
• Health
• Education
• Religion

While anyone who qualifies with a non-profit 501(c3) can apply, primary consideration will be given to projects and programs in South Carolina's Chester, York, and Lancaster counties (and the surrounding areas). 

Deadline: 1 November 2025

14) Truist Foundation (Apply Here)

We support our communities by investing in innovative nonprofits that work with adults and align with our key areas of focus: building career pathways to economic mobility and strengthening small businesses.

We support needs that are sustainable and don’t commit funds to recurring expenditures. Examples include funding for a new program launch, a curriculum to expand or strengthen a program, equipment to deliver a program, and capital needs.

Deadline: 30 November 2025

15) ALDI Community Support Programs (Apply Here)

Programs include Community Gift Cards to positively impact children's health and wellness, as well as food insecurity. Nonprofits may also be invited to apply for ALDI impact Grants for reducing food insecurity and enhancing children's health and wellness.

The current grant cycle is open until 15 December 2025.

16) 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.

17) 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.

18) 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.

19) 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.

Program Documents and Procurement

Environmental Services

Notice of Finding of No Significant Impact and Notice of Intent to Request Release of Funds (PDF) Abbeville County

Notice of Finding of No Significant Impact and Notice of Intent to Request Release of Funds (PDF) Anderson County

Notice of Finding of No Significant Impact and Notice of Intent to Request Release of Funds (PDF) Laurens County

Notice of Finding of No Significant Impact and Notice of Intent to Request Release of Funds (PDF) Oconee County

Notice of Finding of No Significant Impact and Notice of Intent to Request Release of Funds (PDF) Pickens County

Notice of Finding of No Significant Impact and Notice of Intent to Request Release of Funds (PDF) Aiken County

Notice of Finding of No Significant Impact and Notice of Intent to Request Release of Funds (PDF) Edgefield County

Notice of Finding of No Significant Impact and Notice of Intent to Request Release of Funds (PDF) Saluda County

Notice of Finding of No Significant Impact and Notice of Intent to Request Release of Funds (PDF) Cherokee County

Notice of Finding of No Significant Impact and Notice of Intent to Request Release of Funds (PDF) Union County

Notice of Finding of No Significant Impact and Notice of Intent to Request Release of Funds (PDF) McCormick County

Notice of Finding of No Significant Impact and Notice of Intent to Request Release of Funds (PDF) Spartanburg County

Notice of Finding of No Significant Impact and Notice of Intent to Request Release of Funds (PDF) Orangeburg County

Notice of Finding of No Significant Impact and Notice of Intent to Request Release of Funds (PDF) Greenville County

Notice of Finding of No Significant Impact and Notice of Intent to Request Release of Funds (PDF) Greenwood County

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

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

Disaster Recovery Services Solicitation (External Website)

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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)

Mitigation Set-Aside

RFQ - Benefit Cost Analysis, Modeling, and Low-to-Moderate Income Benefit Verification for Proposed Projects (PDF)