The Spartanburg County Foundation offers the Disaster Relief Fund Grant to nonprofit organizations providing services related to relief, recovery, and rebuilding in Spartanburg County, South Carolina. This grant is specifically designated for assisting residents affected by both natural and manmade disasters. Administered by the Foundation, the grant program seeks to support 501(c)(3) nonprofits engaged in direct disaster-related services that benefit impacted communities within the county.

Grants of up to $10,000 are available under this program, although larger requests will be reviewed and considered individually. The funding is intended for organizations with demonstrated needs for disaster response and recovery activities. To apply, eligible organizations must complete a detailed application form, which includes information about the services provided, costs associated with those services, the targeted populations and geographic areas served, and the overall intended impact of the requested funding.

Applicants must be recognized as 501(c)(3) nonprofit entities and operate within Spartanburg County. Ineligible uses of funds include activities not associated with disaster response in the county, fundraising campaigns, endowment building, capital campaigns, and scholarships. All grant-supported efforts must be relevant to relief, recovery, or rebuilding due to a disaster.

Grant recipients are required to submit a final report within six months of receiving funding. This report must summarize the services provided, detail total expenses, and describe the population served, including geographic scope and number of individuals impacted. Applicants are encouraged, though not required, to submit 1–2 relevant photos for public sharing, provided the content is appropriate and non-sensitive.

Organizations interested in applying should contact Hailey Barnhill, the Grantmaking Officer, for guidance or questions. She can be reached by phone at 864-582-0138. Applications are accepted through an online form, and applicants must provide organization details, contact information, funding amount requested, cost estimates, and a detailed explanation of the services and anticipated outcomes.

The Spartanburg County Foundation, located at 424 East Kennedy Street in Spartanburg, SC, manages this grant opportunity. Their office is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM.