Press Release
Charleston County nonprofit organizations can now apply for a one-time relief funding intended to provide reimbursements for funds spent on pandemic relief. The deadline to apply is Friday, July 29th, 2022. Approved applicants are eligible to receive up to $50,000. The goal of the pandemic relief program is to support community based nonprofit organizations that provided services to those impacted by COVID-19.
There will be an application workshop to provide assistance to nonprofit organizations who need help with the application.
Details:
When: July 11, 2022, at 3 p.m.
Where: The Opportunity Center located at 8750 Rivers Ave., North Charleston, SC 29406
The following organizations are eligible to apply:
- Organizations that are recognized by the IRS as a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) organization.
- Organizations with a primary physical location within Charleston County.
- Organizations which provide direct assistance to Charleston County's residents experiencing hardships due to the pandemic.
The organization must be able to provide documentation they have helped the public since March 15, 2020, more than the amount for which they are applying minus any other pandemic-related assistance they have received. Services provided or reimbursed by Federal grants may not be counted.
The Charleston County Housing and Neighborhood Revitalization Department will also host a roundtable discussion open to nonprofit groups to discuss challenges and gather input on how Charleston County Government can continue to support community efforts.
Details:
When: June 29, 2022, from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Where: Opportunity Center located at 8570 Rivers Ave., North Charleston, SC 29406
For more information, please contact the Housing and Neighborhood Revitalization Department at 843-202-6990.
