Lowcountry Unity Fund
The Lowcountry Unity Fund supports collaborative, research-driven projects tackling systemic racism and economic inequality in Charleston, Berkeley, and Dorchester counties, South Carolina.
Funder: Coastal Community Foundation of South Carolina
Due Dates: February 2, 2027 (annual deadline; flexible if Feb 2 falls on a weekend)
Funding Amounts: Mini-grants up to $5,000; average award ~$3,200; typically for one year
Summary: Supports collaborative programs addressing systemic racism and economic inequality in Charleston, Berkeley, and Dorchester counties.
Key Information: Applicants must be nonprofits serving the target counties and holding 501(c)(3) status.
Description
The Lowcountry Unity Fund was established in response to the 2015 Emanuel A.M.E. Church tragedy and aims to promote long-term solutions to systemic racism and economic inequality. This program provides mini-grants to support new or existing initiatives in Charleston, Berkeley, and Dorchester counties, South Carolina, that demonstrate collaborative approaches to addressing structural racism and economic disparities. Preference is given to efforts that foster or strengthen partnerships among organizations and communities.
