Lancaster County Announces $100,000 in Grant Funding for Local Nonprofit Organizations

Lancaster County announced a new grant opportunity for area nonprofits, with $100,000 in funding available to support organizations that make a meaningful impact across the community.

To assist interested applicants, the county will host a Nonprofit Grant Information Session on Wednesday, Oct. 29, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. in the Lancaster County Council Chambers, 101 N. Main St., Lancaster, South Carolina.

During the session, county staff will present an overview of the grant program, including eligibility requirements, the application process, key deadlines, and submission expectations.

The grant application period will open Nov. 1, 2025, and close Dec. 31, 2025.

Funding recommendations will be presented to County Council in January 2026, with final award announcements in February 2026.

“This initiative represents an investment in the outstanding work our nonprofit organizations do every day to enhance the quality of life in Lancaster County,” said County Administrator Dennis Marstall. “We encourage all eligible organizations to attend the information session and apply for this opportunity.”

To qualify, applicants must:

* Be registered with the South Carolina Secretary of State,

* Hold IRS nonprofit status, and

* Provide appropriate financial documentation, including audits or financial statements, along with a detailed program budget outlining revenues and expenditures.

For more information: Jenna Woods, director, Email: jwoods@lancastercountysc.gov Communications & Marketing Phone: 803-416-9750.

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