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

Not currently accepting applications | Rolling when open

No set maximum; project period is 6 months; typical award size not specified.

Supports nonprofits in 11 Midlands counties providing direct relief and recovery services in response to community-wide crises or disasters.

Applications are closed; check the program page for updates on future cycles.

--- ## Description The Midlands Community Response Fund, managed by the Central Carolina Community Foundation, provides grants to nonprofit organizations for relief, recovery, and rebuilding efforts in response to community-wide crises or disasters. The fund aims to support direct services that address urgent needs and facilitate recovery in the Foundation’s 11-county service area in South Carolina. Grants prioritize organizations serving populations disproportionately impacted by disasters or crises. --- ## Due Dates - Not currently accepting applications - When open, applications are reviewed on a rolling basis as funds are received Check the [program page](https://yourfoundation.org/mcrfgrants) for updates on future application cycles. --- ## Funding Amount - No specified maximum or minimum award amount - Project period for funded activities is 6 months - Organizations may re-apply for funding after the completion of a funded project - Typical award sizes are not published; funding depends on available resources and project scope --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be classified as a tax-exempt, 501(c)(3) nonprofit by the IRS - Must have a physical location and staff in one of the following South Carolina counties: Calhoun, Clarendon, Fairfield, Kershaw, Lee, Lexington, Newberry, Orangeburg, Richland, Saluda, or Sumter - Must provide direct services in response to a community-wide crisis or disaster within the eligible counties - Ineligible: individuals, organizations outside the 11-county area, general/low-priority population projects, fundraising, endowment or capital campaigns, sponsorships --- ## Application Process - Applications are submitted online when the fund is open - Required information includes: - Description of crisis response efforts - Project objectives and geographic areas served - Number and selection of families/individuals served - Project partners - Detailed project budget - Other federal, state, local, or private funds applied for or received - Grants are reviewed by a committee including Foundation Board members and local philanthropy partners - Decisions communicated by email; funds must be expended within six months --- ## Additional Information - The fund opens for applications as resources become available - Organizations may re-apply for funding after completing a previous funded project - Only projects directly associated with crisis relief or recovery are considered --- ## External Links - [Midlands Community Response Fund Program Page](https://yourfoundation.org/mcrfgrants) - [Central Carolina Community Foundation](https://www.yourfoundation.org) - [Contact Page](https://www.yourfoundation.org/contact) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Details | |-------------------------|--------------------------------------------| | General Inquiries | [grants@yourfoundation.org](mailto:grants@yourfoundation.org) | | Phone | 803.254.5601 | | Address | 2142 Boyce St. Suite 402, Columbia, SC 29201 | ---

Midlands Community Response Fund

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