PEARLS
PEARLS of Hampton County funds new or enhanced nonprofit programs in Hampton County, SC, focusing on education, health, arts, community development, and youth mentoring.
Funder: Community Foundation of the Lowcountry
Due Dates (Anticipated): June 2026 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Typical grants range from $500–$3,000; about $9,000 total awarded annually; one grant per 12 months.
Summary: PEARLS is a women-led giving circle awarding annual grants to nonprofits in Hampton County to support new or enhanced local programs and community initiatives.
Description
PEARLS of Hampton County is a women’s giving circle supported by the Community Foundation of the Lowcountry. The program connects community-minded women with causes that matter in Hampton County, South Carolina, by awarding annual grants to local nonprofit organizations. Grants support the launch of new programs or the enhancement of existing projects that strengthen the community, with a focus on education, health, arts, community development, and youth mentoring. In addition to grantmaking, PEARLS members engage in activities such as leadership, mentoring, and educational events, including the PEARLS Girls program, which mentors fifth and sixth grade girls.
