Hootie & the Blowfish Foundation
Multi-year grants for South Carolina nonprofits advancing arts education, child welfare, mental health, and veteran services, with annual focus areas set by the Hootie & the Blowfish Foundation.
Funder: Central Carolina Community Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): January 2027 (Interest Form) | April 2027 (Full application, invited only)
Funding Amounts: Multi-year grants; typical award size and duration vary by annual priorities; specific amounts not published.
Summary: Multi-year grants for South Carolina nonprofits addressing annually selected priority needs such as arts education, child welfare, mental health, and veteran services.
Key Information: Application is by invitation only; submitting the Interest Form is required for consideration.
Description
The Hootie & the Blowfish Foundation, administered by the Central Carolina Community Foundation, provides multi-year Area of Need grants to nonprofit organizations based in South Carolina. The Foundation’s funding priorities change annually, typically focusing on areas such as arts education, child welfare, mental health, and veteran services. The grant program aims to support impactful charitable initiatives across the state, reflecting the philanthropic vision of the band members who established the Foundation. Applications are accepted by invitation only, with an initial Interest Form required for organizations seeking consideration.
