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Find similar grantsCommunity Economic Development (CED) Fund is sponsored by SC Association for Community Economic Development (SCACED) / SC General Assembly. The CED grant program supports certified community development corporation (CDC) and community development financial institution (CDFI) sponsored projects in South Carolina.
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CED Fund | SCACED | SCACED Community Economic Development (CED) Fund The CED grant program was created by the SC General Assembly in 2000 (through the SC Community Economic Development Act) to support certified community development corporation (CDC) and community development financial institution (CDFI) sponsored projects in the state of South Carolina.
Qualifying projects and activities are designed to enhance the economic opportunities of underserved and rural communities, this may include small business development, workforce training, commercial retail, historic preservation, financial empowerment, neighborhood revitalization, or affordable housing.
In 2000, the South Carolina General Assembly passed the South Carolina Community Economic Development Act authorizing funding for the Community Economic Development (CED) Fund for state certified community development corporations (CDCs) and community development financial institutions (CDFIs).
The purpose of the appropriation is to support CDCs and CDFIs whose primary function is to develop projects and activities that enhance economic opportunities and wealth creation in the economically challenged communities through community economic development (CED).
CED includes efforts to enable low-to-moderate income persons to become small businesses owners, homeowners, and secure jobs through the development of small businesses, jobs, affordable housing, and economic development in the community. In the 2021-2022 and 2022-2023 state budget, the General Assembly appropriated a total of $4 million for the CED Fund. In 2021, $975,000 was granted to 11 certified CDCs and CDFIs.
At the beginning of 2023 the next competitive grant round for the CED Fund opened, and in May 2023, fourteen state certified CDCs and CDFIs were awarded a total of $2. 7 million. Grants size ranged from $50,000 to $300,000.
Learn more about CDCs and CDFIs. Learn more about the SC Commerce Certification Program.
2022 - 2023 CED Fund impact Anderson Interfaith Ministries Habitat for Humanity of Greenville County Nehemiah Community Revitalization Corporation Nehemiah Community Revitalization Corporation Santee-Lynches Affordable Housing & CDC SC UpLift Community Outreach Soteria Community Development Corporation Southeastern Housing and Community Development Preserving History, Building Futures: Metanoia's Golden Dream Townhomes in Liberty Hill Building Stronger Futures: How Anderson Interfaith Ministries (AIM) leverages the South Carolina Community Economic Development Fund
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Certified Community Development Corporations (CDCs) and Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs) in the state of South Carolina. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows varies (total of $4 million appropriated in 2021-2022 and 2022-2023 state budget). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Community Economic Development (CED) Fund is funded by SC Association for Community Economic Development (SCACED) / SC General Assembly. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in South Carolina. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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The Homeless Youth Program is a grant from the Illinois Department of Human Services that funds services for homeless and at-risk youth across Illinois. Administered through the Office of Community and Positive Youth Development, it supports nonprofit organizations delivering shelter, outreach, and support services to young people experiencing homelessness or housing instability. Eligible applicants are Illinois-based nonprofits with demonstrated capacity to serve youth. Awards range from $100,000 to $800,000 per year under CSFA number 444-80-0711. This is a FY 2026 funding opportunity with an application deadline of May 21, 2025.
Community Investment Tax Credit Program (CITC) is a grant from the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development that provides state tax credit allocations to 501(c)(3) nonprofits, enabling them to attract private donations from individuals and businesses. Donors contributing $500 or more to approved projects receive tax credits equal to 50% of their contribution. The program has leveraged nearly $27 million in charitable contributions to approximately 700 projects statewide. Eligible project areas include education, housing, job training, arts and culture, economic development, and services for at-risk populations. Projects must be located in or serve residents of Maryland's Priority Funding Areas. The application period is typically held annually.
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