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The Hometown Economic Development Grant program has been replaced by the IMPACT Fund. The URL now describes the transition rather than an active grant cycle.
Hometown Economic Development Grants is sponsored by Municipal Association of South Carolina. These grants support economic development projects that will make a positive impact and promote innovation in economic development practices within South Carolina municipalities.
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Started in 2016, the Municipal Association board of directors created the Hometown Economic Development Grants to fund projects that produce measurable results, that can be maintained over time and illustrate best practices that can be replicated in other cities.
After years of the Municipal Association of SC supporting local economic development initiatives through the Hometown Economic Development Grant program, commonly known as HEDG, a new and expanded grant program is taking its place — one updated to reflect the continuously evolving needs and ambitions of communities across the state.
The Association is now introducing the IMPACT Fund, an acronym for “Innovative Municipal Projects for Advancing Change and Transformation.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Municipalities in South Carolina. (While Hazelwood Farms Dairy LLC is a private entity, economic development projects are often administered through local government, which could then support local businesses). Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $25,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Hometown Economic Development Grants is funded by Municipal Association of South Carolina. 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.
Applications go through the funder's official portal — the Apply Now link on this page goes there directly.
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