THE SOUTH CAROLINA BAR FOUNDATION INC
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The South Carolina Bar Foundation Inc is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that primarily focuses on funding initiatives within South Carolina, as well as limited support in Ohio and Washington, D.C. The foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals and engages in grantmaking through a relationship-based, invitation-only approach. Nonprofits interested in connecting with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
TO FUND THE ADVANCEMENT OF JUSTICE BY IMPROVING CIVIL LEGAL SERVICES, LAW- RELATED EDUCATION, AND ADMINISTRATION OF JUSTICE
Cause Areas
3
Education
Law
Legal services
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
South Carolina Legal Services
$13.8M
47%
SOUTH CAROLINA BAR
$4.1M
14%
CENTER FOR HEIRS' PROPERTY PRESERVATION
$1.2M
4%
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Total No. of Grants
40
Median 1st year grant
$20K
Median 2nd year grant
$28K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE SOUTH CAROLINA BAR FOUNDATION INC?
No. THE SOUTH CAROLINA BAR FOUNDATION INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE SOUTH CAROLINA BAR FOUNDATION INC give?
THE SOUTH CAROLINA BAR FOUNDATION INC primarily gives to organizations located in South Carolina, Ohio, and District Of Columbia. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are THE SOUTH CAROLINA BAR FOUNDATION INC’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE SOUTH CAROLINA BAR FOUNDATION INC fall in the $50 thousand to $100 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $20 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE SOUTH CAROLINA BAR FOUNDATION INC make each year?
In 2025, THE SOUTH CAROLINA BAR FOUNDATION INC awarded about 40 grants, totaling nearly $3.8 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE SOUTH CAROLINA BAR FOUNDATION INC fund recently?
In 2025, THE SOUTH CAROLINA BAR FOUNDATION INC awarded grants to about 40 grantees. Recent grantees include South Carolina Legal Services, SOUTH CAROLINA BAR, and CENTER FOR HEIRS' PROPERTY PRESERVATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE SOUTH CAROLINA BAR FOUNDATION INC?
THE SOUTH CAROLINA BAR FOUNDATION INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.