The Charleston JCC Foundation (CJCCF) Grant Program
The Charleston JCC Foundation Grant funds impactful projects in Jewish education, culture, heritage, and community engagement for the Jewish community in Charleston, SC.
Funder: Coastal Community Foundation of South Carolina
Due Dates: July 12, 2026
Funding Amounts: Typical annual grant pool ~$50,000; individual grants have ranged from $1,000 to $20,000+; one-year awards
Summary: Supports education, culture, and community projects serving the Jewish community in the Charleston, SC area.
Key Information: Invitation-only; applicants must serve Jewish residents in the Charleston Tri-county region.
Description
The Charleston JCC Foundation (CJCCF) Grant Program offers competitive, invitation-only funding to support initiatives aligned with the historic mission of the Charleston Jewish Community Center. This includes projects in Jewish education, culture, heritage, identity, community relations, and sports. The program aims to benefit Jewish individuals of all ages in the greater Charleston, South Carolina area and continues the legacy of the former JCC by funding programs that foster community engagement and well-being.
Past grants have supported a variety of activities, such as tuition assistance for Jewish pre-school programs, immersive cultural and educational experiences for youth, holiday-related events, and special projects like the Charleston Jewish Filmfest and Bookfest. The program prioritizes projects that demonstrate clear impact on the Jewish community and have a proven record of service.
