Grants & funding in South Carolina local government
What South Carolina city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about grants & funding — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
266 South Carolina meetings since 2024 covered grants & funding. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in South Carolina with the most grants & funding activity
- Charleston, SC (73)
- Lancaster County, SC (37)
- York County, SC (30)
- Aiken County, SC (19)
- Horry County, SC (17)
- Pickens County, SC (10)
- Mount Pleasant, SC (10)
- Lancaster, SC (8)
- Surfside Beach, SC (7)
- North Myrtle Beach, SC (6)
- Barnwell County, SC (5)
- West Columbia, SC (4)
Latest matching meetings
Aiken County Council to discuss EMS director, appointments, and contingency funds
The Aiken County Council will hold a work session to introduce the new EMS Director, review pending appointment resolutions, and discuss the status of contingency funds. The council will also receive reports on finance and American Rescue Plan Act funds.
Council considers funding support for Pete Smith Complex renovation project
The Abbeville City Council will vote on Resolution No. 12-2026, which supports the Pete Smith Complex renovation, authorizes a grant application, and commits local financial support. Two ordinances will be considered: Ordinance No. 14-2026 to amend the Building Recovery & Registration Act and Ordinance No. 15-2026 to…
Council to renew three‑year Urban County grant agreement with Lexington County
The West Columbia City Council will consider several items, including a second‑reading of an ordinance for a non‑exclusive franchise with MCIMetro Access Transmission Services, LLC, and an amendment to prohibit commercial and industrial trucks on designated streets. The council will also vote on ratifying the Urban…
Committee to discuss Safety Action Plan update and Stop as Yield Law
The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee will convene for public comment, approve previous minutes, and receive updates. New business includes discussing the Summerville Safety Action Plan update, a Bike Audit grant, the Stop as Yield law, and workflow for town projects. The committee also has upcoming events…
Town Council to discuss tree protection ordinance and emergency management plan
The Surfside Beach Town Council will hold its regular meeting on July 14, 2026. The agenda includes the first reading of an ordinance to replace the current tree protection chapter and a resolution to approve the Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan.
Historical Commission to discuss FY 2026-7 budget and Ashe's Ferry marker repair costs
The Lancaster County Historical Commission will consider its FY 2026-7 county budget and approve expenses for repairing the hit Ashe's Ferry historical marker. The agenda also includes continuing an intern position through August, closing out hospitality and accommodation tax grants, and installing security cameras.
Council considers new tree preservation and landscaping rules
The Surfside Beach Town Council will hold first readings of two ordinances: one to replace tree preservation and landscaping zoning standards (Ordinance 26-1007), and another to modify job descriptions (Ordinance 26-1008). The council will also vote on a resolution approving the Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan…
Council to hold public hearings on three West Ashley rezonings for commercial use
The Charleston City Council will hold public hearings on three rezoning requests in West Ashley, including converting a 2.1-acre site at 1006 Savannah Hwy from single-family to limited business. The council will also consider accepting millions in state and federal grants for police, fire, and opioid relief, and…
Council to consider $2.07M federal grant to add 6 firefighter positions
The Committee on Ways and Means will consider several budget and finance items, including grant applications, license agreements, and change orders. Key items include a $2.07 million FEMA Safer Grant to add six fire personnel on the Peninsula, a $250,000 contribution to the Anson Street Burial Memorial Endowment, and…
Committee to consider $500 for Sheriff Joe Mitchell memorial signs
The Transportation Committee will meet to discuss a funding allocation for honorary road signage. The body is considering a request from the SCDOT to name a specific intersection in honor of Sheriff Joe Mitchell.
Committee approves drainage easements and stormwater project funding
The Public Works and Utilities Committee will consider accepting rights-of-way and drainage easements for the Waterfront Phase 3 project and authorize funding for stormwater improvements, including a $790,178.81 grant extension and a $348,274.62 valve purchase.
Council considers $1 million for School Resource Officer Program
City Council will vote on several grant appropriations and a proposed sales tax referendum for property tax relief. The body is also considering the transfer of sections of Jenkins Street from the state to the city system.
Commission to discuss development fees for public art and FY2027 work plan
The Public Arts Commission will discuss development fees for public art (old business) and review the FY2027 work plan and meeting conduct guidelines (new business). Communications include updates on NMB Live!, FY2027 façade grants, and artist interest forms.
Fire Department seeks approval for $2.07M SAFER grant to add 6 firefighters on peninsula
The Public Safety Committee will discuss a hurricane preparedness presentation and vote on several grant items, including accepting a $1.12M police grant for school resource officers and retroactively approving a $2.07M fire department grant to add six personnel. Other votes include applying for a $1.41M port security…
Animal Shelter Board to discuss ordinance update, shelter needs, and fundraising
The Barnwell County Animal Shelter Board meets to approve May and June minutes, discuss an ordinance update and transition, review fundraising efforts including a golf fundraiser, hear shelter director updates on needs and donation account status, and cover foster/rescue numbers, social media event Dogust 1st…
Fire Commission to discuss FY25/26 budget and AFG grants
The Lancaster County Fire Commission will meet on June 25, 2026, to discuss the Fire Commission Budget for fiscal year 25/26 (with attached budgets 141 and 144), consider approval of AFG grants, and review updates to standard operating guidelines. Committee reports from several standing committees will also be…
Accommodations Tax Advisory Committee holds organizational meeting
The Lancaster County Accommodations Tax Advisory Committee is holding its introductory meeting. Members will hear an overview of the accommodations tax process, timeline, and grant application and reporting requirements. Approval of minutes from May 2025 is also on the agenda. This meeting is procedural and…
Commission to discuss funding public art through development fees
The Public Arts Commission will review how other cities fund public art via development-related fees. The body will discuss different funding models and best practices to determine a potential approach for the city.
Aiken County Council to review contingency funds and ARPA expenditures
The County Council will hold a work session to discuss pending appointment resolutions and the status of contingency funds. The meeting includes a review of Finance/ARPA reports and expenditures for HCWWTP projects.
Columbia City Council reviews FY2026/27 special revenues and external funding requests
The Columbia City Council will hold a budget workshop on June 16, 2026, to discuss fiscal year 2026/2027 special revenue funds and potential external funding requests. Assistant City Manager Missy Caughman is scheduled to present information on the Hospitality Tax Fund, Accommodations Tax Fund, Tourism Development…
Council to approve $13M amendment for aquatic center and playground
The Ways and Means Committee is approving several contracts and change orders for park and recreation projects funded by the 2025 Parks and Recreation Bond, including a $13M amendment for the WL Stephens Aquatic Center & Forest Park Playground. They will also consider a $1.5M grant application for the Maritime Center…
City Council to consider rezonings and pedicab franchise extensions
The City Council will consider multiple ordinances to rezone properties across Charleston to Single & Two Family Residential or Single Family Residential classifications. The body will also vote on extending pedicab franchise agreements and reviewing various committee reports.
Committee will consider allocating $8,000 to RideAbility Therapeutic Riding Center
The York County Finance & Operations Committee will first approve the minutes from its May 18, 2026 meeting. It will then consider a series of fund allocations from various county districts to local nonprofit and community groups. Each item proposes a specific dollar amount to be granted from the district's budget…
Sub-committee to discuss schematic design and funding for Rural Civic Center
The Infrastructure & Regulation Sub-Committee is meeting to discuss the Rural Civic Center project. They will hear a schematic design presentation from Johnson Consulting and a financial/funding update from County Administrator Barry Spivey. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion-only meeting.
Commission to review call for artists and facade grant publicity
The Public Arts Commission will discuss and possibly authorize a revised call for artists, including a survey and flyer for public outreach. They will also consider how to publicize the $100,000 facade grant program and review a logo competition. A communication update covers the Show-up Art Show special event…
Council to discuss purchase of Animal Advocates facility
The Barnwell County Council will meet for a workshop to discuss the purchase of the Animal Advocates facility. The discussion will also cover a related Grant Agreement.
Committee to approve $23,191 grant for ATV for mounted patrol
This public safety committee meeting will discuss and approve a Law Enforcement Assistance and Support Agreement with the Myrtle Beach Police Department, and grant after-the-fact approval for a $23,191 Firehouse Subs Grant to purchase an all-terrain vehicle for the Mounted Patrol Team. The meeting also includes…
Lancaster County Fire Commission to discuss FY 25/26 budget
The Lancaster County Fire Commission will meet to discuss the FY 25/26 budget and funding for Fire Rescue Moving Forward. The body will also consider the approval of Fire Department AFG Grants and the SCFA Course List.
Committee requests burn ban ordinance, accepts DUI funds
The Judicial & Public Safety Committee discussed Aiken County burn bans and asked staff to draft an ordinance on rules and procedures. They also unanimously recommended approval of a resolution to accept DUI enforcement funds from the SC Department of Public Health. Monthly reports from fire departments, EMS, and code…
Waterfront Advisory Committee to discuss Waterfront Park costs, funding role, and lawsuit
The Waterfront Advisory Committee will hear a report on cost estimates for addressing Waterfront Park issues and consider whether the committee should help identify funding opportunities for the project. The meeting also includes an executive session to discuss legal advice related to the Protect Beaufort Foundation…
GTA board to vote on budget amendment for four CNG buses and audit contract
The Greenville Transit Authority Board will vote on several action items including a contract for audit services with Greene Finney Cauley, LLP, a budget amendment for TDP funding sources and the purchase of four CNG buses, a procurement policy update, and acceptance of designated recipient status for FTA 5310 funds…
Board to vote on budget and downtown rehab grants
The Red Rose City Development Corporation board will consider approving the 2025-2026 budget and selecting recipients for Downtown Rehabilitation Grants. They will also discuss bylaw revisions, a potential vote for Vice President, and new board member recommendations.
Council to allocate $2.9M for Battery Extension Project and $2M for senior housing
The Committee on Ways and Means will consider multiple significant funding items, including $2.9 million for the Battery Extension Project design and engineering, $400,000 each for two contract amendments with Black & Veatch for the same project, and $2 million from Cooper River Bridge TIF funding for 88 units of…
Business Development Committee to consider rail crossing grant and Urban Square update
The Florence Business Development Committee will discuss a monthly Urban Square update from Styx Co and consider a Rail Crossing Elimination Grant. The committee may also take action to recommend items to City Council during general discussion on business development needs.
Council to consider first reading of FY2027 budget ordinance
The City Council will hold first readings on the FY2027 budget and a code amendment across multiple chapters. They will also vote on a $165,452 A/V equipment contract for the new City Hall, consider filing an $8.2M EDA grant for water and stormwater projects, and authorize a sub-lease of public property to the Low…
Committee to discuss Oakbrook walk audit, bike/walk grants
The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee will convene to approve previous meeting minutes, receive updates from the chair and Town Council, and review the priority list. New business includes a walk audit in Oakbrook and exploring additional bike/walk grant funding avenues. The committee will also note upcoming…
County council to discuss finance reports and contingency funds at work session
The Aiken County Council is holding a work session to discuss pending appointment resolutions, the status of contingency funds, and finance/ARPA reports including HCWWTP projects expenditures. The council may also enter executive session if needed. The meeting is primarily informational and procedural.
Council to consider second reading of FY27 operating and capital budget, tax levy, and fee schedule
The York County Council will hold a second reading of the FY27 budget ordinance, which sets operating and capital budgets, levies taxes, and establishes a consolidated fee schedule. The consent agenda includes three rezoning actions, multiple equipment purchases and contracts, and several grant acceptances for the…
Historic District Task Force to discuss $100k-$150k city funding for home repairs
The Historic District Task Force will meet to discuss utilizing city funding and external programs to repair homes. The body will consider requesting proposals for quiet title services and developing a process to measure the economic impact of property repairs on neighboring homes.
Committee to approve 2026-2027 budget for federal housing grants
The Community Development Committee will vote on the 2026-2027 program year budget for three federal housing programs: Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME Investment Partnerships, and Housing Opportunities for People with HIV/AIDS (HOPWA). Public comments can be submitted online or by phone before noon on…