South Carolina Bar Foundation Grant Application FY26

South Carolina Bar Foundation Grant Application

Fiscal Year 2026 (funding cycle of July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026)
Deadline to submit: January 31, 2025
Organization Profile
Legal Name of Organization*
EIN of Organization*
Organization Website*
Organization Mission Statement*
Contact Person for this Application*

First NameLast Name
Contact Person Title*
Contact Person Email*
Contact Person Phone Number*
Name of Executive Director (or equivalent)*

First NameLast Name
Executive Director's Email*
Executive Director's Phone Number*
Organization's Legal Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Organization Status
Is this Organization a 501(c)(3)?*

YesNo
If not, please explain your tax status*
Grant Request
Total Dollar Amount you are requesting from the SC Bar Foundation:*
Grant Category for Funding (please select one):*

ADMINISTRATION OF JUSTICE (removing barriers to our legal system and improving access to justice)CIVIL LEGAL AID (direct representation, legal advice)LAW-RELATED EDUCATION (educating youth about careers in the law and our legal system)

Grant Request Itemization*

	General (Unrestricted) Funds Requested	Horry County (Restricted) Funds Requested	Total Requested
Lawyer Wages
Paralegal Wages
Administrative Staff Wages
Other Staff Wages
Employee Benefits (including health and other insurance)
Office Space
Equipment & Supplies
Travel & Training
Insurance (for organization - NOT employees)
Community Outreach & Education
Capital Additions
Contract Services
Other
TOTALS

Totals for Submit
Do you have capital additions?*

YesNo
If yes, please itemize.*
Do you have contract services?*

YesNo
If yes, please itemize.*
Are you requesting "other"?*

YesNo
If yes, please itemize.*
What is the percentage of the grant request to the total budget (what percentage of your funding comes from the SC Bar Foundation)? percentage* [If this request is for a program/project specifically, please identify the percentage of funding for this particular program/project that comes from the SC Bar Foundation]
Purpose of Funding
General Description:
Please state the following (limited to 500 words)
- Purpose of funds requested (what will you do with the funds)?
- Who benefits from the funds (community, geographic area)?
- Why do you need this funding from the SC Bar Foundation (why can't you get this funding elsewhere)?
Challenges:
Describe any significant changes or challenges your organization has faced in the last calendar year or will face in the coming calendar year. This may include staff turnover, changes in funding from other sources, and changes in location or services provided. (limited to 500 words)
Collaboration:
Describe how your organization has collaborated with other non-profits, specifically any SC Bar Foundation Grantees, or any other partners. (limited to 400 words)
Horry County:
If you are requesting funds from the Horry County Category, please explain how the funds meet the Foundation's criteria and how they will be used in Horry County (limited to 300 words):
Has your organization previously received a SC Bar Foundation Grant?*

YesNo
If yes, please include years and amounts below*
If you received a previous grant, will you have carry-over grant funds?*

YesNo
If yes, please provide the amount and explain why.*
Your Staff
Number of Attorneys:   *
Number of Paralegals:   *
Number of Support Staff:   *
Number of other Staff:   *
Please describe   *
Total paid staff (FT or PT)   *
Other Sources of Income

(Not from SC Bar Foundation) that your organization or program receives:
Please list total amount received for each category
Government funding:   *
Grants:   *
Fundraising:   *
Investment Income:   *
Other:   *
Please explain:   Type a label*
Additional Information Requested from New or Returning Applicants

(not funded in prior fiscal year):
Describe your organization to include its history (year founded), mission, and long term vision. (limited to 300 words)
Attachments
Please attach the following:
- The organization's most recent 990. If unaudited, also please provide the most recent audited financial report.
- List of officers and board members (or component officers, e.g., dean). Please note if any of the members of the South Carolina Bar Foundation Board of Directors, past or present, are related to or affiliated with members of your board, employees, or affiliated with your organization.
- If you are seeking funding for a position not currently funded, please provide the job description.
- FOR NEW APPLICANTS OR CURRENT GRANTEES WHO MAY HAVE HAD A CHANGE IN STATUS: IRS ruling letter regarding applicant's tax-exempt status.
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Certifications:*

I certify to the best of my knowledge and belief that all of the information on this application is correct. I understand that I have an ongoing obligation to notify the SC Bar Foundation if any of the information in this application changes after submission.
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South Carolina Bar Foundation Grant Application

Deadline to submit: January 31, 2025

Organization Profile

Organization Status

Grant Request

Purpose of Funding

Your Staff

Other Sources of Income

Additional Information Requested from New or Returning Applicants

Attachments