[Central Carolina Community Foundation](https://www.yourfoundation.org)

March 31, 2026 (invitation-only application window)

Multi-year grants; amount and duration vary by year and area of need.

Supports South Carolina nonprofits with multi-year funding for changing community needs; priorities shift annually.

Application is by invitation only; complete an interest form to be considered.

--- ## Description The Hootie & the Blowfish Foundation, administered by the Central Carolina Community Foundation, offers multi-year grants to nonprofit organizations residing in South Carolina. The program’s funding priorities are determined annually and have previously included areas such as arts education, child welfare, mental health, and veteran services. The grant supports projects that address evolving community needs, with an emphasis on impactful, sustainable initiatives. Applications are by invitation only, and interested organizations are encouraged to submit an interest form for consideration. --- ## Due Dates - March 31, 2026: Invitation-only application window closes *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Multi-year grant support; specific award amounts and durations vary from year to year and are based on the current funding priorities. - Funding priorities and typical grant sizes are not published in advance. --- ## Eligibility - Eligible applicants are nonprofit organizations located in South Carolina. - The Foundation’s priorities change annually; past focus areas include arts education, child welfare, mental health, and veteran services. - Application is by invitation only; organizations must be invited to apply after submitting an interest form. --- ## Application Process - Complete the [Interest Form](https://form.jotform.com/253485104153048) to describe your organization and project idea. - If your organization aligns with the current year’s funding priorities, Foundation staff will contact you with an invitation code and instructions for the full application. - All applications must be submitted through the Foundation’s [grant portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=cccfoundation). - No mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand-delivered applications will be accepted. - Notification of funding status is typically provided in June. --- ## Additional Information - The Foundation does not accept requests for band performances, sponsorships, event participation, or silent auction items through this grant process. - For such requests, contact [hootieinfo@gmail.com](mailto:hootieinfo@gmail.com). - Declinations will be communicated by email. --- ## External Links - [Program Page: Hootie & the Blowfish Foundation](https://www.yourfoundation.org/hootie-the-blowfish-foundation/) - [Interest Form](https://form.jotform.com/253485104153048) - [Grant Portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=cccfoundation) - [Grant Opportunities Overview](https://www.yourfoundation.org/grants-scholarships/grant-opportunities/) - [Application Calendar](https://www.yourfoundation.org/grants-scholarships/calendar/) --- ## Contact Information | Name/Role | Contact Details | |--------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | Central Carolina Community Foundation | [Contact Page](https://www.yourfoundation.org/contact) | Phone: 803.254.5601 | | Grant Program Contact | Trimease Carter (see program page for updates) | | General Inquiries | [hootieinfo@gmail.com](mailto:hootieinfo@gmail.com) (for non-grant requests) |

Hootie & the Blowfish Foundation

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