Central Carolina Community Foundation Grant Programs
Eligibility
Nonprofits and schools serving communities in the CCCF service area (Midlands SC: Richland, Lexington, and surrounding counties).
Program Goals
The Central Carolina Community Foundation serves the Columbia, SC area with multiple grant programs for education, health, arts, and community development. Schools and nonprofits in the Midlands region have access to competitive grants from various CCCF funds.
Read the GrantApplication and Distribution
Multiple programs with varying deadlines. Check yourfoundation.org for current opportunities and application guidelines.
Cycle Notes
Multiple cycles. Monitor yourfoundation.org for current grant opportunities in the Midlands SC region.
Grant Award Amount
Award amounts vary by fund and program.
Allowable Purchases
Forward Education Products for This Grant
These kits align to the learning outcomes this program funds.
- Coding for Good Kit — an all-in-one coding, robotics, and AI literacy toolkit using micro:bit for real-world challenges
- Forward Education Learning Platform — curriculum-aligned STEM lessons, coding tutorials, career profiles, and PD courses
- Climate Action Kit — a beginner-friendly STEM kit combining micro:bit sensors to code solutions for climate change and sustainability
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for CCCF grants?
Nonprofits and schools in Richland, Lexington, and surrounding Midlands SC counties.
What does CCCF fund?
Education, community development, health, and arts programs.
How do SC schools apply?
Check yourfoundation.org for current grant programs and deadlines.
How much does CCCF award?
Varies by fund and program.
How can Forward Education help?
We provide curriculum alignment documents and letters of support for Midlands SC schools.
Need Help Writing Your Grant Application?
Forward Education works with schools and districts to build strong funding proposals. We can help you connect our tools to your grant requirements.
- Curriculum alignment documents — South Carolina standards mapped to our kits
- Program quotes and pricing — classroom sets, bundles, and multi-site pricing
- Letters of support — documentation for grant applications
- Project ideas and scope-and-sequence — ready-to-use program outlines
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